Payroll Specialist at Stevenson & White

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Payroll Specialist to join the payroll team of a leading healthcare organization in Ottawa. This contract opportunity runs through the end of October, with the potential to extend. Reporting to the Payroll Manager and working as part of a collaborative team, the Payroll Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of bi-weekly payroll across multiple affiliated organizations. The ideal candidate brings a minimum of two years of payroll experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a deadline-driven environment. They demonstrate a high level of discretion, work independently, and effectively manage competing priorities. Key responsibilities include:

• Process bi-weekly payroll accurately and on schedule
• Complete payroll transactions related to employee HR changes
• Apply collective agreements, payroll legislation, and organizational policies
• Calculate employee earnings, deductions, benefits, and other payroll payments
• Audit payroll data to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Prepare payroll reports, remittances, journal entries, and account reconciliations
• Administer employee benefits and pension documentation, including billings, reconciliations, and contributions
• Complete required payroll reporting and maintain accurate payroll records
• Process payroll-related invoices and maintain payroll documentation and resources

This is a great opportunity to join a respected healthcare organization and make a meaningful contribution as part of the payroll team. Apply today!

Qualifications

The main qualifications for this role include:

• Completion of the Payroll Compliance Practitioner certification is required
• 2+ years of payroll experience, including knowledge of payroll legislation and regulations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel
• High level of discretion and ability to handle confidential information
• Excellent English communication skills (written & verbal). Bilingualism is considered an asset

How You Will Be Rewarded

• $35 - $39 per hour
• 4% vacation
• Hybrid work environment

Location: Ottawa

Internal Job ID#: 5065

Recruiter Name: Tracey Windsor