Position Information Posting Number: ROM26-208E Title: Finance Specialist (TFT 1.0 FTE) Position Status: Temporary Full-time Contract End Date: 12/31/2026 FTE: 1.0 Job Schedule: Days Department: Finance Union: CUPE Local 942 Site: Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre Level of Police Check: Criminal Record Check Number of Vacancies: 1 About The Royal As one of Canadas foremost mental health care and academic health science centres, The Royal has a clear purpose: to get more people living with mental illness into recovery faster.

This is at the core of everything we do and it is driven by the passion, focus and dedication of our employees.

Every day, the work that we do transforms the lives of people with mental illness through specialized mental healthcare, advocacy, research and education.

The Finance Specialist isresponsible for the timely and accurate processing of bi-weekly payroll across multiple affiliated organizations within The Royal Ottawa Health Care Group.

Key Responsibilities Process bi-weekly payroll and generate and distribute payroll outputs.

Action HR-related payroll transactions.

Ensure accurate application of collective agreements and organizational policies.

Calculate and process payments.

Audit payroll data to ensure accuracy and compliance with legislation and internal policies.

Maintain payroll documentation and complete required external reporting (., Service Canada forms).

Maintain records for employee benefit payments, including prepayments and arrears, and prepare related reconciliations and agreements.





Complete pension documentation and audit contributions for accuracy.

Prepare benefit billings, remittances to insurers, and annual benefit estimates for employees on leave or retirees.

Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts and analyze variances.

Prepare and enter monthly journal entries, accruals, invoice reallocations, and adjustments.

Process payroll remittances and invoices for payment.

Maintain internal finance resources and ensure availability of required payroll forms and supplies Qualifications OSSD(or equivalent) completed plus 2 year of community college diploma with an accounting major or equivalent education and experience.

We require a minimum of 2 years of payroll experience, with a preference for 3 years.

Payroll Compliance Practitioner Certification mandatory.

Knowledge of government legislation pertaining to payroll Experience with year-end processes and pension reconciliations Experience with payroll/time management systems Good office administration and organizational skills Excellent communication and customer service skills Proficient in Microsoft Office programs and other industry software packages Typing speed 35 net words per minute minimum Versatile with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines Ability to be discreet and maintain confidentiality Ability to work independently without close supervision Language Requirements English level A- is mandatory in oral expression, comprehension, reading & writing.

Bilingual (French/English) is considered a strong asset Salary Range: 36.34to 39.18 per hour

📌 Finance Specialist (TFT 1.0 FTE) (Ottawa)
🏢 The Royal Mental Health Centre
📍 Ottawa