Payroll Specialist at Kruger Products | Produits Kruger

At Kruger Products we have a shared vision for greatness. We manufacture some of North America’s most popular tissue brands - Cashmere, Purex, Scotties’, SpongeTowels, Bonterra, White Cloud, as well as products for use away from home.

We are leaders in our industry, leaders in our communities, and leaders in sustainability. We proudly have close to 3,000 employees across manufacturing plants in Quebec, British Columbia, Ontario, and Tennessee, as well as our headquarters in Mississauga, ON and Sales offices in North America.

We are investing in our manufacturing facilities with the latest technology. Kruger Products is an industry leader pushing innovation through AI and Operational Excellence. We are committed to a culture of health and safety - for everyone, by everyone, and in everything we do.

What You Will Do

The Payroll Specialist will help deliver accurate and timely payroll services for our employees while ensuring compliance with legislative, union, and company requirements. Through your strong attention to detail and customer-focused approach, you will support payroll operations, reporting, and related financial processes that contribute to a positive employee experience.

In This Role, You Can Expect To

• Process weekly payroll accurately and on time, including employee earnings, deductions, taxable benefits, remittances, and reporting requirements.
• Collect, validate, and reconcile employee time and attendance data
• Prepare and submit Records of Employment (ROEs), union reports, pension reports, year-end T4s, and Relevé 1 forms.
• Maintain payroll records and employee files while ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of sensitive information
• Support internal and external audits
• Interpret and apply collective agreements, payroll policies, and applicable legislation to support accurate payroll administration
• Prepare payroll-related journal entries and perform reconciliations of payroll and general ledger accounts
• Generate quarterly vacation liability reports and support payroll-related financial reporting activities
• Administer banked time programs for unionized employees and ensure balances are maintained accurately
• Support benefits administration and contribute to annual benefits budget planning activities
• Complete payroll-related billing activities, process deposits, and assist with other accounting and administrative tasks as required
• Act as a trusted resource for employees, managers, and internal stakeholders by responding to payroll-related inquiries and providing exceptional customer service

What You Will Bring

• Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certification completed or actively in progress.
• 3–5 years of payroll experience, with experience in a unionized environment considered an asset.
• Bilingualism in English and French, with the ability to communicate effectively with employees and stakeholders in both languages.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, with a proactive approach and ownership mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work effectively under pressure, and consistently meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality when handling sensitive employee and payroll information.
• Solid understanding of payroll processes, accounting principles, and financial concepts.
• Hands-on experience with payroll and workforce management systems, including Dayforce, ADP Kronos SAP or similar platforms.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, as well as strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Teams.

What’s In It For You

At Kruger Products, we see greatness in everyone and what they bring to the organization. We monitor the market to ensure our total compensation practices are competitive. The starting range for this role is $70,000 - $80,000 or higher, depending on your experience. Our pay philosophy is to attract the best talent at the best pay while offering real opportunities for career advancement. Performance and ideas that make us better are recognized. Compensation is more than just salary. Here’s what else we offer:

• Customizable benefits programs to fit your lifestyle
• $300 annual Personal Wellness credit
• Performance-based bonus program
• Employee and Family Assistance program
• Vacation eligibility recognizing previous years of experience
• Prepare for your future with a defined contribution retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement and assistance to help further your growth

Our mission is to make everyday life more comfortable. Together we bring this mission to life. As an ever-evolving business, there are always exciting new challenges, diverse career paths, and opportunities to innovate. Be part of a recognized employer – Greater Toronto Top Employer since 2013, Deloitte’s Best Managed Companies since 2018, and Forbes Best Employers in Canada.

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We thank all applicants for their interest in Kruger Products; only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Kruger Products is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under KP’s Accessibility Policy and Multi-Year Accessibility Plan - 1.04.33. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.