Senior Payroll Specialist (3-months | potential extension) Location: Midtown Toronto, ON (TTC accessible) Work Arrangement: On-site, Monday to Friday Contract Length: 3 months, with potential for extension Pay rate: $35-40/hr, commensurate with experience About the Opportunity Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Payroll Specialist to join their team on an immediate, temporary basis.

This role offers the opportunity to support payroll operations and financial administration within a collaborative and professional environment.

The ideal candidate will have strong payroll expertise, excellent attention to detail, and experience working with financial systems, reconciliations, and reporting.

Key Responsibilities Process payroll accurately and in compliance with applicable legislation and company policies Administer employee benefits, pension contributions, and payroll-related documentation Prepare Records of Employment (ROEs), year-end tax slips, and other payroll compliance requirements Respond to payroll and benefits inquiries in a skilled and timely manner Enter and maintain financial data within accounting and payroll systems Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable functions Perform account reconciliations and support monthly financial processes Generate routine financial reports and assist with data analysis as required Support expense reporting and documentation processes Maintain organized financial records and ensure confidentiality of sensitive information Provide administrative support to the finance team and assist with special projects as needed Qualifications Degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, Payroll Administration, or a related field Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) designation required Minimum 5 years of experience in payroll administration and financial operations Strong understanding of payroll legislation, perks administration, and payroll compliance requirements Experience with accounting and payroll software systems Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications Exceptional attention to detail with strong organizational skills Ability to manage confidential information with discretion Strong communication and interpersonal skills What We''re Looking For Highly organized and process-driven professional Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with internal stakeholders Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Commitment to accuracy, deadlines, and customer service This opportunity is available immediately, and our client is looking to move quickly.

If you''re a payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys balancing payroll accuracy with financial administration, we''d love to hear from you.

Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy .

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📌 Accounting and Payroll Specialist (Toronto)
🏢 Adecco
📍 Toronto