We are seeking a

Payroll Technician

to join a growing Accounting and Payroll team in Dorval, QC.

This role will support the

full payroll cycle for both Canadian and U.S. employees , while also providing exposure to international and cross-border payroll activities. In addition to payroll processing, the position will contribute to payroll accounting, reconciliations, month-end close, audits, reporting, and year-end activities.

This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional who wants to expand beyond traditional payroll processing and develop broader experience across

payroll, accounting, HR, and international operations .

Key Responsibilities Payroll Processing

Support the full payroll cycle for Canadian and U.S. employees

Process semi-monthly payroll accurately and within established deadlines

Review and validate payroll inputs and supporting documentation

Process earnings, deductions, bonuses, reimbursements, and taxable advantages

Manage direct deposits and payroll adjustments

Process benefit deductions and compensation changes

Process garnishments and other payroll-related deductions

Validate payroll changes prior to processing deadlines

Review payroll for accuracy and completeness

Employee & HR Support

Coordinate with HR regarding new hires, terminations, compensation changes, benefits, and other employee updates

Resolve timekeeping and payroll discrepancies

Respond to employee payroll questions in a professional and timely manner

Maintain accurate and confidential employee payroll records

Work closely with HR, Accounting, payroll providers, and external partners

Escalate and resolve payroll issues appropriately





International & Cross-Border Payroll The role provides exposure to international payroll and cross-border activities, including:

International payroll processing

Cross-border payroll

Shadow payroll

Hypo-tax adjustments

Year-end international payroll adjustments

Coordination with international payroll providers

Payroll Accounting & Reconciliation This position is

not purely data-entry focused

and will also support a variety of accounting activities, including:

Prepare and post payroll journal entries

Support bonus accruals

Perform payroll reconciliations

Assist with balance sheet reconciliations

Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close

Review and process HR, payroll, and benefit invoices

Assist with invoice coding and payment requests

Support internal and external payroll audits

Perform payroll variance reviews

Assist with payroll-related reporting

Year-End & Compliance

Assist with year-end payroll activities

Support preparation and review of tax forms

Maintain payroll procedures, checklists, and documentation

Support payroll audits and information requests

Ensure payroll records and supporting documentation remain accurate and up to date

Required

2–3 years of payroll experience

Experience processing or supporting Canadian payroll

Strong experience entering, reviewing, and validating payroll data

Advanced written and spoken English

Strong Excel skills and Microsoft Office proficiency

Experience working with payroll software

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Ability to meet strict payroll deadlines

Experience handling confidential employee information

Strong problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

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📌 Payroll Accountant (Winnipeg)
🏢 Frederick Fox
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