We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join a busy payroll team in Kitchener, Ontario on a Contract basis. In this role, you will support payroll operations for a large unionized environment by helping maintain accurate pay records, reviewing payroll information, and addressing employee and stakeholder inquiries. The successful candidate will bring strong analytical skills, sound judgement, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven setting.

Responsibilities:
• Support bi-weekly payroll activities for multiple employee groups, including hourly and salaried staff, within a high-volume unionized environment.
• Review payroll data to help ensure earnings, deductions, and employer contributions are calculated accurately in the payroll system.
• Process adjustments related to paid and unpaid leaves, absences, and other payroll changes while maintaining accurate records.
• Examine online payroll output and production reports, correct discrepancies, and assist with final transmission activities.
• Prepare and validate journal entries, cheque requests, and other payroll-related financial documentation.
• Help coordinate the timely submission of statutory and voluntary remittances in accordance with established deadlines.
• Respond to payroll questions from employees and collaborate with internal departments and external agencies to resolve issues effectively.
• Contribute to ad hoc reporting, day-to-day payroll administration tasks, and additional support required during the implementation of a new system.
• Completion of a two-year college diploma in business or a related field.
• At least two years of experience working in a computerized payroll environment.
• Payroll Compliance Practitioner certification, or active progress toward completion, is considered an asset.
• Strong Excel skills and confidence using payroll-related software and other business applications.
• Solid understanding of payroll legislation and regulations, including requirements related to CRA, Service agencies, Employment Standards, WSIB, and Employer Health Tax.
• Ability to interpret and apply collective agreements, pension plan provisions, and payroll policies accurately.
• Excellent communication, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities.

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