About this role
Overview
We are currently looking for a person to fill the position of Payroll Specialist, ideally in our Montreal office. The ideal candidate will want to take on a new professional challenge in a stimulating and dynamic work environment. Reporting to the Payroll Director, the Payroll Specialist’s main responsibility will be to process the full pay cycle for 400 employees across Canada.
Responsibilities
- Ensures the accuracy and timeliness of processing of payroll data
- Identify and monitor variance between current payroll vs previous payroll and address variances
- Update and maintain employee data in the payroll system
- Prepare record of employments and government reporting
- Generate payroll reports for month end processes
- Prepare payroll journal entries
- Solves routine and employee issues
- Supports the audit process, liaising with external and internal auditor on appropriate information, controls, policies and procedures
- Participate in year-end processes
- Provides project assistance as needed
Qualifications
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3+ years’ experience in a similar role
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Bilingualism (French and English) is required, as you will be responsible for the full payroll cycle for employees across Canada.
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Degree or Diploma in Business Administration, Finance or Accounting
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National Payroll Institute certification completed or in progress (asset)
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Experience with ADP Workforce now or other similar system (asset)
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A good knowledge of Excel (including Vlookup, Sumif, pivot tables)
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Excellent organizational skills
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Ability to manage multiple files simultaneously and adapt quickly
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Comfortable and efficient in a fast-paced work environment where priorities can change quickly
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Additional information
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Vacancy: Is this posting for the purposes of filling an existing vacancy? [Yes]
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Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors including relevant experience, knowledge, and skills. A range of medical, dental, RRSP, paid time off, and/or other benefits also are available to all permanent employees.
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AI Disclosure: [dentsu] utilizes artificial intelligence tools as part of its recruitment process, as during the sourcing and screening stages. All other parts of the dentsu application and hiring processes do not utilize artificial intelligence tools.
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We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds foster a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better business results. We strive to create workplaces that reflect the clients we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.
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We are committed to working with our candidates from all ability levels throughout the recruitment process to ensure that they have what they need to be at their best. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact [email protected] or to begin a conversation about your individual accessibility needs throughout the hiring process.
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Location
Montreal Brand:
Dentsu Time Type:
Full time Contract Type:
Fixed Term Contract (Fixed Term)