Payroll Specialist

About the job
Payroll Specialist — Remote

Dynamic remote opportunity in the insurance sector for an experienced payroll professional with expertise in full-cycle payroll processing, payroll systems, and financial reporting. This role offers exposure to complex payroll operations, collaboration with HR and Finance teams, and the opportunity to contribute in a fast-paced corporate environment with strong growth potential.

What is in it for you:

Hourly salary of $27.
4-month contract.
Full-time position: 37.50 hours per week.
Weekday schedule from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Occasional early morning or late evening work may be required.
Fully remote position within Ontario.
Responsibilities:

Process full-cycle payroll accurately and on schedule.
Manage accounts payable related payroll tasks as required.
Respond to employee payroll inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
Prepare and post payroll journal entries.
Review and verify quarterly payroll tax reports for accuracy.
Support year-end payroll processing, including reconciliations and reporting activities.
Identify and resolve payroll discrepancies or data issues.
Maintain accurate and confidential payroll records.
Support ad hoc payroll matters as they arise.
Use payroll systems, including ADP, to enter, update, and validate payroll information.
Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to ensure payroll accuracy and compliance.
What you will need to succeed:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field.
PCP payroll certification.
5 years of payroll experience.
Experience with full-cycle payroll processing.
Experience preparing payroll journal entries and payroll reports.
Experience with payroll systems, preferably ADP.
Experience with accounts payable related payroll tasks is considered an asset.
Experience with quarterly payroll tax reporting and year-end payroll processing is considered an asset.
Experience in a corporate or multi-province payroll environment is considered an asset.
Insurance or finance industry background preferred.
UK payroll experience is preferred.
Advanced Excel skills.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
Strong documentation, verbal, and written communication skills.
Strong time management skills and ability to work independently.
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve ad hoc payroll issues.
Why Recruit Action?

Recruit Action (agency permit: AP-2504511) provides recruitment services through quality support and a personalized approach. As part of the screening process, some applications may be reviewed using artificial intelligence tools. Only candidates who meet the hiring criteria will be contacted.