Payroll Specialist - UKG

Our growing Milton client who is a leader in manufacturing is looking for a Payroll Specialist to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5-7 years payroll experience processing payroll in UKG and experience with ADP is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll using UKG, including opening, loading, balancing, auditing, and closing payroll cycles
• Process regular and off-cycle payrolls, including bonuses, retroactive pay, adjustments, and corrections
• Validate payroll inputs such as new hires, terminations, leaves, benefit deductions, garnishments, and taxable benefits
• Conduct payroll checks, reconciliations, and audits to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Ensure appropriate payroll funding and liaise with banking partners as required
• Reviews and approvals for final payrolls processed
• Lead and support year-end payroll activities of preparation, reconciliation, adjustments, and filings. These activities include but not limited to T4, RL-1, T4A, WCB (Various provinces including Quebec CSST), Government Health Programs (EHT, QMD, MHT) and others as required.
• Perform complete calendar year end process including taxable benefit adjustments, pension adjustments, etc.
• Prepare payroll-related reports for Finance, Total Rewards, and internal or external audits
• Perform year end maintenance in payroll system (ie, Bank holidays, updated government related rates, updated benefit rates
• Support payroll tax compliance across Canadian jurisdictions, including Quebec
• Monitor legislative changes and recommend process or system updates to ensure ongoing compliance
• Maintain and update payroll systems and employee payroll records
• Support payroll-related system testing, upgrades, and enhancements
• Oversee processing of internal bonus and incentive programs
• Prepare and issue Records of Employment as required
• Responsible for any payroll related government audits or inquiries
• Primary backup to payroll preparation functions of HR, Payroll & Benefits Coordinator
• Direct involvement with future acquisitions and integration of additional team members onto Canadian payroll
• Primary resource for possible future projects including transitioning to a different payroll provider
• Deliver a high standard of service while maintaining confidentiality of sensitive payroll information

Education/Certification Requirements

• Secondary education is required; post-secondary education in payroll, accounting, business administration, or a related field is preferred
• Minimum 5 years of progressive Canadian payroll experience, in a complex environment
• Strong knowledge of Canadian provincial payroll legislation and compliance, including Quebec
• Demonstrated expertise in Canadian payroll legislation
• Knowledge of UKG and ADP is a strong asset, with an appetite to support future payroll system projects as well as advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• National Payroll Institute (NPI) Payroll Compliance Professional/Practitioner (PCP) or Payroll Leadership Professional (PLP) designation is strongly preferred
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and understanding of payroll compliance requirements are required
• YOU MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE WITH UKG TO BE CONSIDERED.

Office Hours- 8:30am-5pm 4 days work in office and 1 work from home day

Salary 85K-92K.

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