Payroll Specialist

What Will You Do?

• Facilitate the accurate and consistent production of company payroll which includes, calculations of pays, accounting for all employees, monitoring authorized extra pay, printing, and distributing deposit slips Responsible for the accurate bi-weekly processing of pays according to Federal payroll legislation, in conjunction with company pay guidelines.
• Recognize situations for additional payments i.e. any company bonuses, shift premiums, tool allowances etc. and pay accordingly.
• Responsible to recognize differences with Ontario, Manitoba and Quebec deductions.
• Responsible to check the accuracy of all timecards and terminal driver summary sheets. Verify and ensure entitlements according to company policy.
• Enter data into Infinium system. (AS400) Understand each area of input and various affected screens.
• Import & ensure accuracy of payroll data from NTE1000 (Time & Attendance) system.
• Audit Payroll Register to ensure accuracy. Review source deductions, check garnishees, review deductions for arrears in insurance etc. Make any necessary adjustments, prepare manual cheques when required.
• Set up new employees into payroll system, modify maintain employee records. - Process terminations along with completing the Record of Employment in timely fashion.
• Print direct deposit pay stubs and prepare for distribution to all terminals. - Respond to employee inquiries as required.
• Maintain and update employee files: enroll and terminate, changes to personal information, premium deductions and pay increases.

Who Are We Looking For?

• Minimum of 3 years’ payroll experience. Trucking industry experience is preferred. - College diploma in Accounting, Business or Finance is preferred.
• PCP designation or working towards is considered an asset.
• Detail oriented, able to prioritize and effectively manage multiple assignments within strict departmental timelines.
• Must be organized and have the ability to work with exceptions as they arise, as well as standard procedures.
• Ability to handle increased workload during certain periods of the year, ie covering departmental vacations, December stats, year-end responsibilities.
• Experience with MS Office Suite required. Experience with AS400 and HCM’s considered an asset. - Good communication skills, both verbally and written
• Strong knowledge of payroll processing principles, applicable payroll legislation / regulations, automated payroll systems, internal controls, audits, income tax forms, benefits programs, etc.

Your Cool Work Perks

Benefits available from day 1 We’re motivated by doing business with good people and hiring them too.

• Company paid health insurance plans (health, prescription, dental and vision)
• Company paid group life insurance and optional life insurance
• Company paid accident and serious illness benefits
• Long-term disability insurance
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• 20 massages per calendar year
• TFSA, RRSP & RESP savings plans with company match contributions
• Profit-sharing opportunity
• Referral bonus program
• Safety shoe voucher
• Uniform and annual tool allowance for apprentice and mechanic technicians
• Corporate discounts with Josslin Insurance and Goodlife Fitness
• Community and philanthropy opportunities
• Employee engagement events (Good Cheer Club, summer BBQs, prizes, food trucks, employee recognition programs)

Ability to commute/relocate:

• New Hamburg, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience :

• Payroll: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• PCP Certification (preferred)

Work Location: In person