Payroll Administrator

About KEV:

KEV Group is an enterprise SaaS company that provides an all-in-one activity fund management solution for K-12 schools. By seamlessly integrating and automating all fee management processes, our SchoolCash platform provides real-time visibility and control over how districts and schools create, collect, manage, track, and reconcile these funds. Parents benefit from an easy-to-use solution that offers convenience and supports all payment types. More than 26,000 schools across North America rely on our solutions to manage over $4 billion in activity funds annually.

The company is headquartered in Toronto with offices in Cambridge, ON and across the U.S., KEV is a portfolio company of Five Arrows. With over €10 billion of assets under management (AUM), the corporate private equity business of Five Arrows invests in companies with highly defensible market positions, strong management teams, and growth-based business models.

Why Join KEV?

• Work in an industry that benefits children, parents and schools
• Do meaningful and purpose-driven work, and make a real impact
• Join a quickly growing organization with real opportunity for learning and growth
• Passionate and accessible leadership team that cares about people, personally and professionally
• Hybrid work environment (3 days a week in either our North York or Cambridge office)
  
  

Job Description:

KEV is looking to add a Payroll Administrator to our Finance team. Reporting to the Payroll Supervisor, the Administrator will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for employees while maintaining compliance with tax regulations, labor laws, and company policies. This role involves managing payroll records, responding to employee inquiries, and collaborating with HR and Finance teams to support seamless payroll operations.

Responsibilities:

• Process payroll for employees, ensuring timely and accurate payments
• Maintain payroll records, update employee information, and process payroll changes
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations, labour laws, and company policies
• Respond to payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies
• Prepare payroll reports and assist with audits
• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to ensure smooth payroll operations
  
  

Requirements and Skills:

• 4+ years of experience in payroll administration or a related field
• Strong understanding of payroll regulations and compliance
• Proficiency in payroll software and Microsoft Excel
• Experience with payroll processing systems such as Ceridian Dayforce, ADP WFN or UKG
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
• Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach
• Payroll Compliance Professional Certification (PCP) or In Progress through the National Payroll Institute
  
  

We Offer: 

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing Education
• Great colleagues and collaboration
  
  

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required by an individual joining the KEV team in this or any other capacity.

KEV Group is pleased to accommodate individual needs in accordance with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), within our recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process, please speak with Human Resources or the hiring manager.

KEV Group is an equal opportunity employer who agrees not to discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, or age.