Payroll Specialist

at  Insurance Supermarket

We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our team and assist with our HR, Accounting, and Finance departments. This role offers a unique opportunity for professional growth and development, as you will work closely with our experienced Payroll Manager and gain exposure to various payroll processes. You will assist in completing a full cycle of end-to-end US payroll processing in a timely manner. This position also provides sound advice and support to the company’s administrators, managers, and staff on payroll-related questions.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:

• APA certification or in progress is an asset
• Experience with ADP WFN is required
• 3-5 years of complete cycle, end-to-end Canadian and US payroll processing experience
• Knowledge of Canadian payroll is an asset
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles, garnishments, and benefits distribution
• Minimum two years of client service experience
• Detail-oriented and robust analytical skills and multitasking abilities
• Advanced Internet and MS Office Skills (Word/Excel) required
• Excellent communication and analytical skills with the ability to translate analytical findings into actionable solutions/processes
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Ability to work with a team

WHO WE ARE:

With operations in Canada and the US, Insurance Supermarket Group of Companies, including Specialty Life Insurance, is one of Canada’s largest and fastest-growing independently owned Insurance Technology companies.
We hire individuals based not only on their expertise but also on their passion for helping others and those who live by our core values daily. Our position will appeal to mature, self-motivated individuals who want to work for an exciting and growing organization. We look forward to meeting you!

• Checking timesheets for accuracy
• Entering data into databases and spreadsheets
• Handling direct deposit requests and data
• Processing paper checks for distribution
• Acquiring all necessary signatures to distribute payroll
• Processing wage garnishments
• Making adjustments in pay for raises, bonuses and commission
• Updating payroll records by entering any changes to employee information or benefits such as job title changes, exemptions and saving deductions
• Preparing reports that include summaries of earnings, tax deductions, leave, compassionate leave and non-taxable wages
• Performing account balance and payroll reconciliations
• Preparing financial reports for accounting and auditing purposes
• Preparing periodic payroll reports for review by management
• Calculating payroll liabilities by determining employee taxes, including federal and state income and social security tax, and calculating employer’s payments for social security, unemployment and worker’s compensation
• Resolving payroll discrepancies and answering any employee payroll queries
• Maintaining all payroll operations according to company policies and procedures
• Year-end reconciliation, processing and issuing of W-2 forms to employees