Payroll Administrator

The Power of Dreams is alive and well at Honda of Canada Mfg. (HCM). Located in Alliston, Ontario on 750 acres and employing more than 4,500 Associates, HCM is a 45-minute drive north of Toronto and 25 minutes south of Barrie. HCM began production in 1986 leading the way as the first Japanese automobile manufacturer to establish a production facility in Canada. Today, HCM is one of Honda's premier manufacturing facilities in the world producing the Honda Civic and CRV vehicles, including hybrid production. HCM is excited for its new chapter and journey towards electrification, including the highly anticipated EV and battery production plants that are expected in the coming years

Reporting to the Group Leader of Total Rewards, the Payroll Administrator will be responsible and expected to engage in all aspects of the payroll process. This will include processing a weekly payroll, supporting and working within the Kronos timekeeping system, processing bonuses and off cycle payments, completing payroll year-end, supporting the payroll help counter/inquiries, and supporting special projects. The position will require you to work in a fast-paced and high-accuracy environment. You will be required to multi-task while dealing with various distractions and tight deadlines. The ideal candidate will have excellent teamwork skills and ability to adapt quickly.

Responsibilities:

• Process weekly and monthly payroll with a high accuracy level adhering to strict timelines.
• Process bonus and off cycle payments.
• Administer year-end statement reconciliation.
• Annual preparation of T4's and reconciling government remittances.
• Administer garnishments per legislative requirement.
• Assist Associates at the Help Desk and provide support to supervisors for payroll and hour's confirmation / inquiries.
• Conduct weekday and/or weekend work / orientations / training sessions.
• Process ROE's accurately within the required timeline per Service Canada guidelines.
• Prepare payroll documentation (letters of employment, third party income requests, etc.).
• Filing, data entry, and supporting pension and benefits activities as required.

Requirements:

• College Diploma or University Degree in Business Administration or Finance
• Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation or willingness to work towards.
• Minimum two (2) years of work experience processing a large volume payroll.
• Minimum one (1) year experience with ADP Workforce Now payroll applications
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint and HRIS systems – ability to organize and present high volumes of data

Preferred Experience:

• Previous work experience with Time and Attendance system (e.g. Kronos)
• Proven ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality
• Demonstrated sense of responsibility, strong work ethic, positive team attitude, attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy
• Be a team player and demonstrate the ability to develop and sustain positive working relationships with all levels of Associates.
• Proven knowledge of payroll processes/theory and knowledge of all applicable laws and regulations governing employment
• Previous experience with PeopleSoft HRMS including creating and running queries.
• Demonstrated excellent organizational skills and work ethic with a desire to innovate, inspire, and complete quality work on time
• Detailed oriented and with an aptitude for working with numbers
• Ability to communicate and negotiate effectively with associates and stakeholders both verbally and written
• Experience facilitating/presenting to large groups

Must Haves:

• Willing and able to travel within North America by possessing a valid Canadian passport or B1 Visa
• Must have a valid G/G2 Driver's License
• Willing and able to work weekends and or overtime sometimes on short notice.
• Willing and able to work shut-down periods.
• Willing and able to support production

Honda of Canada Mfg. (HCM) provides a competitive salary structure and starting wage based on previous, related experience. Additionally, HCM provides a Team Achievement Bonus paid two times per year; an industry-leading Defined Contribution (DC) pension that includes company contributions and company matching; and a comprehensive benefit plan that provides choice and flexibility with the cost subsidized by company contributions. HCM also provides shift premiums of 5% for the afternoon shift and 10% for the overnight shift.

Associates are encouraged to take advantage of the Honda Purchase Programs for vehicles, parts, motorcycles and power equipment; full service cafeteria, or bring your own meals and use microwaves and refrigerators available; full access to our on-site recreation center, including basketball courts, fitness and yoga classes, baseball diamond, Olympic-sized hockey rink and 800 person in-house hockey league; exclusive Honda events: summer and holiday parties, community events, community volunteering with rewards, and much more. HCM associates are provided with uniforms and personal protective equipment, including safety shoes, glasses, hats, hearing protection, etc.

HCM is proud to provide extensive classroom and on-the-job training opportunities, as well as provides tuition reimbursement program to help you build your capabilities and grow your career.

AODA

Honda is committed to providing accommodation in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, upon request. The accommodation provided will take into account the applicant's accessibility needs. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process or in order to successfully submit an application, please contact us to submit your accommodation request.

We thank all applicants in advance but advise that only those under consideration will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $82,948.00-$87,313.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Work Location: In person