Accountant and Payroll Specialist (3-months | potential extension)
Location: Midtown Toronto, ON (TTC accessible)

Work Arrangement: In office, 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 Accounting and 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 professional 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, benefits 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

Robust 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 rapid-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.

We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities.

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