Payroll Specialist

Job Description

<p>Employment Type: Contract (12 months)</p><p>Location: Toronto, ON (Remote)</p><p>Rate: $40/hr</p><p>Industry: Finance & Accounting</p><p>Position Type: New Role</p><p><br></p><p><b>About the Opportunity</b></p><p><br></p><p>Our client is seeking an Interim Payroll Specialist to join their dynamic team. Reporting directly to the Payroll Supervisor, this role offers an exciting opportunity to manage payroll operations across Canada, the USA, and Barbados. The successful candidate will work alongside a supportive HR and finance team to maintain seamless payroll processing. This contract role is a perfect fit for someone who enjoys the fast-paced world of payroll and thrives on precision and accuracy. Join an organization that values collaboration and efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Manage full-cycle payroll for approximately 350 employees across multiple regions (Canada, USA, Barbados).</li><li>Utilize ADP systems for payroll processing.</li><li>Prepare and submit bi-monthly payroll for review and approval.</li><li>Handle payroll-related inquiries and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Oversee the preparation of payroll reconciliations and year-end tasks, including T4 preparation.</li><li>Collaborate closely with HR to update payroll records for new hires, departures, and salary changes.</li><li>Coordinate with Service Canada for ROE and other statutory requirements.</li><li>Support finance with payroll journal entries and month-end reconciliations.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>What You Bring</b></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Minimum of 3 years of experience with ADP payroll systems.</li><li>Strong understanding of Canadian payroll regulations; knowledge of US payroll regulations is beneficial.</li><li>Proficiency in handling payroll for a multi-national organization.</li><li>Excellent communication skills and adaptability to multiple systems.</li><li>Ability to work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>High attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><b>Next Steps</b></p><p><br></p><p>We do appreciate all interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.</p><p><br></p><p>Clarity Recruitment is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process and workplace. If you require accommodation, please let us know in advance, and we will work with you to meet your needs.</p><p><br></p><p>Please note: We use AI-assisted tools for notetaking during the screening process.</p><p><br></p><p><b>**About Clarity Recruitment**</b></p><p><br></p><p>Clarity is an executive search and recruitment firm specializing in Finance & Accounting talent across Canada - from accountants to CFOs. Additionally, Clarity partners with organizations to hire exceptional talent in HR, Operations, and IT, helping build the teams that power business success. Our process is designed to minimize risk, maximize alignment, and move quickly. With dedicated practices in Executive Search, Full-Time Search, and Project & Interim Consulting, we help organizations grow with confidence. Visit findingclarity.ca to learn more!</p><p><br></p><p><b>Job# 3482253</b></p><p></p>