Senior Payroll Specialist

3 weeks ago

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Gallagher Benefit Services Full time
Introduction

Discover a world of endless possibilities at Gallagher Benefit Services, where you'll have the power to shape the future of workplaces across industries. As a member of our team, you become the driving force behind positive change, helping clients build environments where employees thrive. Embrace the opportunity to impact lives, unlock potential, and create a legacy of remarkable transformation.

We believe that every candidate brings something special to the table, including you So, even if you feel that you're close but not an exact match, we encourage you to apply.

How you'll make an impact

As a Senior Payroll Specialist reporting to the Director, Defined Benefit Pension Administration, you will be an integral member of a dynamic, fast-paced, and growing team processing monthly annuity payments and related payroll and reporting activities for thousands of retirees.  Thriving in a busy environment and with keen attention to detail, the successful candidate will be a key team member helping to manage a complex payroll process with multiple payroll cycles while ensuring adherence to all relevant regulations .  The energetic and career-focused candidate will be exposed to excellent growth and development opportunities.

  • Efficiently manage and process monthly payroll for thousands of domestic and international payees
  • Prepare and file tax documents and reports with the CRA
  • Administer and process payroll garnishments and benefit deductions accurately
  • Maintain and update payroll records, including new payees
  • Process tax forms
  • Maintain compliance with federal and provincial tax regulations and internal policies. Ensure that payroll processes align with industry best practices.
  • Reporting and reconciliation
  • Participate in annual tax slip preparation, yearend reporting and reconciliation
  • Serve as a key point of contact, providing expert advice on payroll and benefits matters
  • Investigate and resolve any payroll discrepancies, and answer inquiries from payees
  • Assist with audits, system testing, process documentation, and continuous improvement of payroll systems and processes
  • Maintain accurate documentation of payroll procedures, and ensure that all payroll activities are well-documented and auditable
  • Liaise with external vendors
  • Suggest and implement process enhancements
  • Train and mentor staff
  • Perform additional duties as required

About you
  • Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in payroll processing, preferably within a corporate or consulting environment.
  • Minimum PCP designation required
  • Proficiency in payroll software, with specific expertise in Worklinks or Dayforce, as well as Microsoft Excel and other relevant tools.
  • Strong knowledge of Canadian payroll laws and tax regulations.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex payroll concepts clearly.
  • Fluency in English and French is an asset
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of payroll processing.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to resolve issues independently and efficiently.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a team and contribute to a positive work environment.
  • Experience in managing or participating in payroll and benefits projects or implementations.
  • Strong focus on providing excellent service to internal and external clients.
Compensation and benefits

On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits. 

Below are the minimum core benefits you'll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:

  • Flexible medical & dental coverage to meet your household's needs
  • Life, Dependent Life and AD & D Insurance options
  • Retirement savings including RRSP including a company match, TFSA, pension and more
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Other benefits include:

  • Educational expense reimbursement
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Discounted gym membership (GoodLife Fitness)
  • Opportunity for flexible work arrangements
  • Paid sick days & personal days
  • Employee education recognition program
  • Employee referral bonus program

We value inclusion and diversity

Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and it's embedded into the fabric of our organization. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work.

Gallagher embraces our employees' diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest.

We are an equal opportunity employer which values diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy status), sexual orientation, gender identity (which includes transgender and other gender non-conforming individuals), gender expression, hair expression, marital status, parental status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected (herein referred to as "protected characteristics") by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. In addition, Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

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