Payroll Specialist

Proudly Canadian-owned, Enercare is committed to providing the best services, solutions and advice to make customer’s homes as comfortable as they can be. With Enercare Advantage, we provide affordable clean air and water solutions for homes and workplaces. We are committed to operating in an environmentally responsible way, including keeping as much waste out of landfills as possible, and giving back to the communities where we live and work. Enercare is about putting people first by listening to our customers, continuous improvement and making our organization a destination for building people’s careers.

Come and join one of North America's largest home and commercial services and energy solutions companies We offer comprehensive benefits, a DC Pension Plan and savings match plan. If you are passionate about joining an organization committed to delivering 5 Star Customer Service, we would love to hear from you.

Enercare has recently introduced a hybrid working environment pilot for most office-based roles, providing the benefits of in-person connection and collaboration with increased balance and flexibility. Under the current pilot that runs to the end of summer, applicable employees work in the office two days per week, and work from home three days. Join Enercare and take this journey with us that we’ll use to learn and shape the future hybrid model.

**Role**: Payroll Specialist

**Status**: Regular, Full Time

**Department**: Human Resources

**Location**: Hybrid - Markham

**Summary**:
Reporting to the Payroll Manager, you will support the administration of payroll processes, procedures and practices for the payroll department which serves multi-locations, in both union and non-union environments.

**Responsibilities**:

- Process semi-monthly & weekly payroll including adjustments/entries to employee compensation for overtime, new hires, hours and earnings adjustments, terminations, severance, taxable benefits (e.g., auto allowance, recognition awards), commissions, vacation, salary increases, bonuses, garnishments, and any required government remittances.
- Responsible for supporting the semi-monthly / weekly payroll for 1000+ employees
- Administer payroll requirements for employees on STD, LTD, parental leave of absence.
- Process manual / off-cycle pay as required, and terminations (ROEs and vacation pay and all other related activities)
- Prepare processes and maintain relevant paperwork associated with new hires, terminations, employee transfers, etc.
- Audit payroll prior to submitting to Ceridian, and upon receipt of the payroll register. Ensure integrity of data, perform payroll audits of all entries, maintain backup / support documentation and support annual financial and governmental audits.
- Year-end procedures
- Partner with HR Management to manage any special payroll projects.
- Overall maintenance of Payroll including records management, standard reporting and adhoc reporting
- Provide regular payroll related management reporting and adhoc reports as requested
- Interpret new legislation, determining its impact on payroll and discussing recommendations with Manager
- Respond in a timely fashion to payroll inquiries and requests for information.

**Qualifications and Experience**:

- Minimum 2-3 years of payroll experience
- National Payroll Association PCP designation an asset
- A Community College diploma in Payroll, Accounting or a related field would be an asset
- Strong knowledge of Ceridian's (Dayforce) payroll system would be an asset
- Advanced knowledge of MS Office products primarily in Excel (Pivot Tables, Macros) and Word, as well as Crystal Reports
- Demonstrates ability to prioritize and work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines, handle multiple tasks and effectively manage in a high stress environment.
- Ability to work independently and with others in a team environment
- Knowledge of current legislative requirements and CRA regulations
- Sensitive to dealing with confidential information

Enercare’s recruitment process includes accommodation for applicants with disabilities. All accommodations will take into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability and are available upon request.