We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to join our team in Ontario on a contract basis. In this role, you will oversee weekly payroll activities for a mixed employee population, ensuring pay is processed accurately, on schedule, and in line with legislative and organizational requirements. This position is well suited to someone who is highly organized, attentive to detail, and confident managing payroll records, calculations, and employee inquiries in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:
• Administer weekly payroll for permanent and part-time employees using PeopleSoft, ensuring each pay cycle is completed accurately and on time.
• Review submitted time records through the time and attendance system, confirm accuracy, and follow up on exceptions before payroll is finalized.
• Audit payroll information for completeness and compliance with internal guidelines as well as applicable payroll legislation.
• Research and correct payroll issues such as missed hours, entry errors, deductions, and other pay-related discrepancies.
• Calculate payroll components including overtime, vacation pay, statutory holiday pay, benefit changes, and other required adjustments.
• Maintain up-to-date employee payroll files while protecting confidential information and handling sensitive data with discretion.
• Address payroll questions from employees, managers, and internal partners by providing clear and timely support.
• Prepare payroll reports, assist with reconciliations, and contribute to year-end payroll activities including tax-related documentation.
• Minimum of 2 years of payroll administration experience, ideally in a high-volume processing environment.
• Hands-on experience working with PeopleSoft payroll and related HR or payroll modules.
• Solid knowledge of full-cycle payroll practices, statutory deductions, and employment standards requirements.
• Experience reviewing time and attendance records to verify hours worked and support accurate pay processing.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills in managing multiple payroll deadlines.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities, with the ability to respond effectively to payroll inquiries.
• Ability to handle confidential payroll and employee information with professionalism and discretion.

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