Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented, reliable Payroll & Accounting Administrator to join our finance team at our Brantford office. In this role, you will own the end-to-end administration of both hourly and salaried payroll, ensure absolute tax compliance, and provide vital support to our day-to-day accounting operations. This is a fantastic opportunity for a payroll professional who enjoys a collaborative, cross-functional team environment.

Responsibilities

- Payroll Administration & Compliance
- Manage End-to-End Payroll: Administer accurate and timely salaried and hourly payroll processing, including payroll tax reporting and submissions.

Accounting & Team Support

- Data Entry: Enter payment batches into the computerized accounting system for designated divisions.
- Team Collaboration: Assist in the daily operations and handle other duties within the Accounting Team as assigned.
- Cross-Training: Actively cross-train with the Accounts Receivable department to provide backup coverage and ensure operational continuity.
- Tax Reconciliation: Ensure strict legislative compliance through monthly and yearly reconciliation and remittance of payroll-related taxes, including Employer Health Tax (EHT), WSIB, and Garnishments.
- Year-End Reporting: Reconcile and process annual T4s and summary reports accurately.
- Government Inquiries: Process Records of Employment (ROEs) via Service Canada and handle follow-up inquiries efficiently.

Qualifications & Requirements

- Experience: 2–4 years of experience managing full-cycle Canadian payroll (hourly and salary)



and basic accounting/bookkeeping functions.
- Location: Must be able to commute daily to our Brantford, ON office.
- Education/Certification: Completion of post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration. Achievement or active pursuit of the Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) designation is highly preferred.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency with Canadian payroll software (e.g., ADP, Ceridian, or UKG) and computerized accounting systems (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or an ERP). Strong Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables) are a must.
- Compliance Knowledge: Up-to-date knowledge of Ontario Employment Standards Act (ESA), Service Canada rules, and CRA payroll regulations.
- Soft Skills: Exceptional attention to detail, strict adherence to confidentiality, and a collaborative team-player mindset.

What We Offer

- Competitive salary and comprehensive health/dental benefits package.
- Paid vacation and personal days.
- A stable, supportive, and friendly working environment.
- Opportunities for career development and continuous learning.

Pay: $50,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Brantford, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Education:

- Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

- Payroll software: 2 years (preferred)
- Accounting software: 2 years (preferred)
- Microsoft Excel: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Payroll Administrator (Brantford)
🏢 Recognized
📍 Brantford