Senior Payroll Specialist/Payroll Manager

Toronto, ON | 4-Month Contract (Temp-to-Perm)

Position Overview

A client of ours is seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Specialist/ Payroll manager for a 4-month contract, with a strong opportunity to transition into a permanent position for the right candidate. This is a standalone, hands-on role requiring strong ADP Workforce Now (WFN) experience and the ability to independently manage full-cycle, multi-provincial payroll.

Must be available to start immediately. Fully in-office, five days per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently process, review, audit, and reconcile bi-weekly payroll across Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario, and Quebec using ADP Workforce Now.
• Process payroll entries and adjustments, including vacation pay, severance, RRSP contributions, taxable benefits, deductions, and banking changes.
• Review approximately 70-80 building operations timecards to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Manage payroll remittances and statutory reporting, including applicable source deductions, EHT, WSIB, WorkSafeBC, and CNESST.
• Complete post-payroll reconciliations and prepare payroll journal entries directly from ADP WFN.
• Support year-end payroll activities, including T4s, Relevé 1s, and other applicable tax documents.
• Use Excel formulas and existing spreadsheets for payroll calculations, reporting, and reconciliations.
• Maintain payroll records, follow established SOPs, and ensure compliance with applicable legislation and internal controls.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance to resolve payroll issues and maintain accurate employee records.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5+ years of hands-on payroll experience, with proven ability to independently manage the full payroll cycle.
• Strong, practical experience with ADP Workforce Now (WFN), including processing payroll and making adjustments directly within the system.
• Experience managing multi-provincial payroll, ideally across Alberta, BC, Ontario, and Quebec.
• Knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation, statutory deductions, remittances, and year-end reporting.
• Strong Excel skills, including formulas, payroll reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently in a standalone payroll role.
• PCP designation is an asset; candidates currently pursuing their designation will also be considered.
• Bilingual in English and French is a strong asset.
• Must be available to start immediately.

Contract Details

• Duration: 4-month contract with strong potential for permanent employment.
• Location: Toronto, ON.
• Work Arrangement: Fully in office, five days per week.