Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Door Systems ASSA ABLOY is seeking an experienced Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join our team. This position reports directly to the Corporate Controller, Dock Products Canada Inc., with additional alignment and collaboration with our Swedish parent organization, ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems.

The Payroll & Benefits Specialist will play a critical role in ensuring the accurate, compliant, and timely administration of payroll and benefits across our Canadian operations. Serving as a key partner to HR, Finance, and regional leadership teams, this individual will support payroll processing, statutory compliance, employee benefits administration, and reporting while maintaining strong internal controls and data integrity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process bi-weekly payroll for hourly (union and non-union) and salaried employees, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely completion.
• Prepare certified payroll reports, payroll reconciliations, journal entries, and year-end filings, including T4s and other statutory reporting.
• Ensure compliance with payroll legislation, tax regulations, collective agreements, and company policies
• Administer payroll-related deductions, union dues, and employee benefits, while responding to employee inquiries.
• Support audits, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance payroll processes, controls, and system efficiencies.
• Partner with HR, Finance, and operational leaders to deliver accurate payroll and benefits administration across the organization.

What You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; equivalent experience will be considered.
• 4–7 years of progressive experience in payroll and benefits administration.
• Experience processing multi-provincial payroll in Canada.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian payroll, tax, and employment legislation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.Experience with ADP is considered an asset.
• Strong organizational, time management, and prioritization skills.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Strong work ethic with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.

Core Competencies:

• Exceptional attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to maintain accuracy and minimize errors in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment.
• Strong organizational, communication, and follow-up skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Collaborative team player with a positive and professional approach.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines while delivering high-quality work.

Total compensation range: $80,000 ~ $105,000 commensurate with experience. 

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

ASSA ABLOY fosters a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. We celebrate diversity and strive for equity in all aspects of our organization. Together, we innovate and create solutions that serve our global community.