Payroll Specialist

**Who is BGRS?**

At BGRS, we move the people that move the world, enabling opportunities by connecting people and places.

We relocate people across the globe, supporting and guiding their journey by administering benefits on behalf of our clients. Synchronized with our clients for success, we transform mobility programs into a means of recruitment, development, and retention of talent. Our client partners include some of the largest global organizations, as well as mid-tier growth companies and government agencies. As a leading company in global talent mobility, we are committed to fostering an engaging, flexible, and inclusive environment that encourages growth and collaboration. We look forward to welcoming you to our team where you can experience what partnership and talent mobility can achieve.

**Role Overview**

As a Payroll Specialist you will contribute to BGRS’ success by providing accuracy, timeliness and delivery of data and all necessary activities to process the Bi-Weekly North America (NA) payroll.

Come join a global team where you can bring your Canadian payroll experience and gain on-the-job learning of international payroll

**In response to the COVID-19 pandemic all interviews are being conducted virtually.**

**If selected for an in-office position, you will work remotely while BGRS operates under mandatory telework.**

**What You'll Be Doing**
- Responsible for Canada payroll
- Back-up for Payroll Specialist (PS) for bi-weekly US payrolls, including any commissions, bonuses, other special payments, etc. with the outsourced payroll provider.
- Process US State Income Tax and Unemployment Tax agencies registration and company information updates.
- Assist with other international payrolls as required
- Collating all employee changes data, documents and records relating to payroll changes from HR Business Partners (HRBP) and Benefits Specialists.
- Assist in producing interface files (Canada thru EMPOWER) for employee changes.
- Audit HR interface files versus back-up documents provided by HRBP for accuracy and consistency. As well as ensuring that all changes are supported by appropriate back up for SOX compliance.
- Assist in the review and validation of pre and post payroll reports to ensure accuracy of the payroll.
- Reconcile RRSP (Canada) contributions and payments with outsourced payroll provider
- Assist in providing bi-weekly payroll reports such as payroll registers, funding, tax and other payroll related matters.
- Participate in any payroll, pension and financial audits as required
- Assist in processing LOA, Maternity leave benefits cheques and also cheques for overpayments.
- Assist Payroll Manager in payroll projects and ad-hoc reports.
- Other payroll work as required

**What You Bring to BGRS**
- Educated with a college degree/diploma
- A payroll designation of PCP from the Canadian Payroll Association (CPA)
- Minimum 5 years in a Payroll Department performing all facets of a payroll
- US payroll experience is an advantage
- High proficiency in MS Word and Excel
- Knowledgeable in payroll and tax legislation/compliance
- Exceptional attention to detail and proven aptitude for numbers and accuracy
- Knowledgeable in payroll accounting is an advantage
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise extreme discretion
- With organisational skills, and the ability to work under pressure while meeting all deadlines
- With ADP experience is preferred
- You foster belonging and encourage authenticity. You are inclusive, value diversity, and recognize that these behaviors empower and inspire positive action and promote innovation

**What BGRS Offers**
- Competitive salary and incentive plans
- Workplace flexibility for a balanced work/life approach
- Comprehensive benefits packages and wellness program
- Generous company-paid vacation days and holiday time
- Challenging, collaborative, diverse corporate culture
- Ongoing opportunities for learning and career development

**Equal Employment Statement**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Additional pay:

- Bonus pay

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Wellness program
- Work from home

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- How many years of US payroll experience do you have?
- What are your salary expectations?

**Experience**:

- payroll: 5 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Payroll Designation (PCP) (preferred)