Payroll Coordinator Jobs

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Hays Specialist Recruitment has partnered with a innovative leader in education with more than 40 campuses across the globe. We are looking to hire an Payroll Coordinator to join their team on a contract basis of 3 -5 months. This candidate will be working from their Etobicoke Office or full REMOTE on a part-time basis.

Your new role:

• Assist in the preparation of payroll-related reports for audits, tax filings, and other compliance requirements.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of payroll systems and tools, identifying opportunities for process improvements and efficiency.
• Process payroll adjustments, such as bonuses, commissions, and reimbursements, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.
• Collaborate with finance to ensure accurate and timely general ledger postings and reconciliations related to payroll transactions.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, tax laws, and company policies related to payroll processing.
• Stay up-to-date with changes in payroll regulations and tax laws, and implement necessary adjustments to ensure legal compliance.
• Collaborate with HR to maintain accurate employee records, including salary adjustments, new hires, terminations, and other changes that impact payroll.
• Respond to employee inquiries related to payroll, deductions, and benefits, providing timely and accurate information and resolving any issues.
• Prepare and distribute payroll reports to finance and management, providing insights and analysis as needed.
• Process and manage end-to-end payroll operations, including gathering and verifying timekeeping data, inputting payroll information, and calculating wages, deductions, and overtime accurately.

Qualifications:

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy, with a high level of numerical aptitude.
• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Proficiency in using payroll software and related tools, with the ability to quickly learn new systems.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with integrity and professionalism.
• Strong knowledge of payroll regulations, tax laws, and best practices.
• Proven experience in payroll processing, preferably in a high-volume environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other relevant software applications
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze and interpret payroll data.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain complex payroll concepts to non-experts.