199 Four Valley Dr, Concord, ON L4K 0B8, Canada

Job Description
Posted Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Recipe Unlimited Corporation is Canada's leading full service restaurant company. Home to such iconic brands as Swiss Chalet, Harvey's, St.Hubert, Montana's, Olive Garden Canada, Kelseys, Bier Markt, East Side Mario's, The Landing Restaurant Group, New York Fries, The Pickle Barrel & Catering, State & Main, Elephant and Castle, Original Joe's, Fresh Kitchen + Juice Bar, The Burger's Priest, Blanco Cantina and Anejo. With this diverse portfolio of restaurants our Home Office Teammates have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of some of the most popular, well-loved brands in Canada. Variety isn't the only thing we offer – we are passionate about our industry, we celebrate and support diversity of thought, we are innately curious and encourage our Teammates to take ownership. Above all else, we believe in doing the right thing for our people, our communities and our planet.

The Payroll Specialist will be a valuable member in a team processing the full cycle payroll processing for our Nationwide teammates, ensuring that processes are executed properly and in a timely manner. As the Payroll Specialist at the Recipe, you will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of Recipe's bi-weekly payroll. As the Recipe's subject matter expert on payroll, you will investigate and resolve complex payroll queries, work on different reconciliations while developing and updating payroll documentation. You will be playing a key role in Ceridian Dayforce configuration and automation. As the subject matter expert on the team, you will act as a key frontline support person to teammates regarding payroll, vacation and RRSP inquiries.

What you will do in this role:

Process bi-weekly or weekly payrolls for hourly, salaried, union and non-union teammates





Review and balance Time and Attendance

Audit payroll information entered through MSS to ensure accuracy

Ensure completeness of teammate information and documentation received (including all payroll related forms and change requests)

Enter payroll information into Dayforce in a timely manner to meet bi-weekly payroll processing timelines

Procedure Records of Employment ensuring government regulations are met

Prepare bi-weekly and month-end reports/remittances and ensure timely remittances to the respective authorities

Process bi-weekly payroll journal entries in JD Edwards financial system

Prepare off-cycle payments such as EFT and manual cheques, and maintain year-to-date entries

Assist in the year-end processing of T4/T4A/RL-1/W2 and the balancing and reconciling of government remittances

Liaise with other departments on payroll-related issues and queries

Investigate and resolve payroll issues/concerns raised by teammates/Managers in a prompt and professional manner

Maintain teammates payroll files according to retention guidelines

Ensure confidentiality of payroll information

Keep current with government legislative and tax changes as applicable

Act as a backup to colleagues on Payroll team as required

What we are looking for from you:

Level 2 Canadian Payroll or Payroll Compliance Practitioner certification is an asset

5+ years of experience in a payroll setting preferred

US and/or International payroll experience is an asset

Working knowledge of Google, Sheets, GMail,



Google Docs and Excel

Fast-learner and able to work with different systems

Ability to work independently and handle multiple requests while maintaining deadlinesAbility to work in a fast-paced constantly changing environment

Ability to prioritize and organize time effectively to meet strict deadlines

Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive information and issues with tact and diplomacy

Accurate and detail-oriented

Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills

Excellent analytical and problem solving skills

What's in it for you:

Flexible/Hybrid work environment

Pay range: $55,000 - $75,000

You'd be joining a close-knit, innovative team of creative and energetic go-getters

You'd be a part of Canada's largest full-service restaurant company that leads the industry in size and innovation

20% associate discount dining card and monthly dining allowance valid at participating Recipe brands

A welcoming, fun and safe work environment founded on respect

Career advancement opportunities with a company that owns some of Canada's most iconic restaurant brands

Industry-leading benefits, wellness programs, and total rewards programs

Recipe is committed to providing a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. Celebrating people, being passionate and curious, owning it, and doing the right thing are the values that guide how we build our teams, support our franchisees and create a company that unlocks the full potential of everyone.

Recipe is dedicated to providing accommodations in accordance with applicable human rights and accommodation legislation. For individuals that require accommodations please contact [email protected]

199 Four Valley Dr, Concord, ON L4K 0B8, Canada

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📌 Specialist, Payroll (Manitoba)
🏢 Recipe Unlimited
📍 Manitoba