We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join a team in Ontario on a contract basis. This position is ideal for a payroll and accounting specialist who can manage financial records with precision, support reporting cycles, and work closely with cross-functional partners. The successful candidate will contribute to accurate payroll administration, reconciliations, and month-end activities while maintaining a high standard of confidentiality and professionalism.

Responsibilities:
• Administer bi-weekly payroll for a small group of salaried employees, ensuring all payments are processed correctly and in accordance with applicable guidelines.
• Update and maintain payroll information, including employee changes, deductions, and record adjustments, to keep files current and accurate.
• Prepare payroll-related journal entries and record transactions properly within the financial system.
• Reconcile payroll and general ledger accounts, review discrepancies, and follow up on variances to support accurate reporting.
• Verify that payroll information is properly captured in the organization's systems and correct inconsistencies when identified.
• Assist with month-end and year-end payroll close activities by compiling data, validating figures, and supporting reporting requirements.
• Address employee and internal payroll questions promptly, investigate issues thoroughly, and resolve discrepancies with professionalism.
• Work closely with Finance and Human Resources to support smooth payroll processing, accurate documentation, and reliable reporting.
• Use M3 and related tools to manage payroll transactions and support bookkeeping activities tied to payroll accounting.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in payroll administration, bookkeeping, or a related accounting function.
• Hands-on experience preparing journal entries and completing account reconciliations with a high degree of accuracy.
• Familiarity with enterprise resource planning systems, with preference given to candidates who have used M3.
• Sound knowledge of payroll practices, accounting fundamentals, and financial record maintenance.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and comfort working with payroll and bookkeeping data.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive information in a confidential manner.
• Effective organizational and communication skills, with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

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