Job Description Summary
LI-Hybrid

We are seeking a Payroll Associate to provide temporary coverage for a 6-month maternity leave assignment, supporting Canada Payroll operations.

This role is responsible for managing biweekly payroll activities, including payroll intake, validation, calculations, audits, and payroll close activities. The position also supports employee inquiries related to pay, deductions, banking changes, retroactive adjustments, and payroll corrections while maintaining accurate documentation and compliance with payroll controls.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic payroll environment while contributing to the successful delivery of payroll services for the Canada employee population.

Job Description
Key Responsibilities
- Run biweekly payroll for Canada populations: intake, validation, calculation, pre close, close, and confirmation of results.
- Perform controlled employee data maintenance
- Operational handling of statutory withholdings and deductions
- Execute pre payroll audits




- Provide employee support via tickets or email: pay corrections, missing payments, deduction questions, bank changes, retro timing; document root cause and resolution.
- Maintain controls and evidence: payroll checklists, adjustment logs, approvals, and audit support documentation

Essential Requirements
- 1 to 3 years of payroll experience supporting Canada Payroll
- Strong English communication skills (written and verbal) to support employees
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Outlook and Excel (data validation, basic formulas, and reconciliations).
- Attention to detail with the ability to handle sensitive employee data confidentially and accurately
- Effective time management
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills

Desired Requirements
- Experience with SAP and Workday is preferred (payroll processing, reporting, and basic reconciliations)

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
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