We are looking for a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our team in Toronto, Ontario. In this long-term contract position, you will play a crucial role in managing payroll operations for a large, unionized organization. This role involves collaborating with various team members to ensure accurate and efficient payroll processing, compliance, and reporting.

• Process payroll for a large workforce, ensuring accuracy and adherence to established timelines.
• Collaborate with team members, including clerks and analysts, to manage payroll-related tasks such as deductions, garnishments, and reconciliations.
• Provide accurate data to Workday and assist with system testing to support payroll operations.
• Oversee timesheet and attendance management processes, ensuring compliance with organizational policies.
• Handle monthly payroll payments, addressing any discrepancies or issues that arise.
• Support the administration of benefits and tax-related functions within the payroll system.
• Ensure compliance with union agreements and other regulatory requirements related to payroll.
• Assist in maintaining and improving payroll processes, leveraging accounting software systems like ADP Workforce Now and Ceridian Dayforce.
• Proven experience in payroll processing, preferably within a large or unionized organization.
• Proficiency in payroll systems such as ADP Workforce Now, Ceridian, or similar platforms.
• Strong knowledge of payroll functions, including deductions, garnishments, and reconciliations.
• Familiarity with accounting and tax principles as they apply to payroll.
• Experience with timesheet and attendance management processes.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in all payroll-related tasks.
• Knowledge of Workday or similar systems is an asset.
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