Payroll Specialist

Reporting to the Head of Human Resources Canada, this role will provide a variety of opportunities as it supports the Human Resources team in payroll, benefits and HR administration.

Find out more hereabout how you can unleash your full potential at DLL !

Day to day

• Process full-cycle Canadian (multi-provincial) semi-monthly payroll for approximately 400 employees and U.S. (multi-state) bi-weekly payroll for approximately 1500 employees 
• Lead payroll reconciliation activities for Canada and the U.S., including payroll registers, payroll funding/wires, payroll comparison reports, general ledger accounts, statutory remittances, benefit deductions, and payroll-to-HRIS data validation to ensure accuracy, compliance, and financial integrity.
• Maintain reconciliation documentation and audit trails while auditing employee master data, payroll interfaces, and benefit vendor files to ensure data integrity, accuracy, and compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements.
• Analyze, calculate, and prepare payroll input data including, new hires, terminations, salary changes, vacation pay etc for payroll processing in Canada/U.S.
• Administer and maintain Short-Term Disability (STD) payments in accordance with company policies, procedures and ER input. 
• Stay up to date with Canadian and U.S. payroll legislation, including CRA requirements, provincial regulations, FLSA, federal/state tax regulations, and applicable wage and hour laws.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, earnings, deductions, and related concerns in a timely and professional manner.
• Manage payroll remittances and reconciliations for third-party organizations, government agencies, and regulatory bodies across Canada and the U.S., including pension contributions, RRSP deductions, garnishments, EHT, WSIB/WCB, CNESST, and other statutory deductions, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and legislative compliance.
• Verify, reconcile, and produce government documents such as Record of Employment (ROES), T4/T2200s and W-2 slips and other related year-end tax reports for both countries. 
• Participate in payroll-related projects, process improvements, and other duties as assigned.

All members enjoy

• Two working days per year volunteering for a local charity
• Bonus plan
• Remote working from home opportunities
• Flexible hours
• Career development opportunities: online learning, member development programs, Tuition reimbursement program.
• Outstanding Medical, Dental, Vision and Paramedical benefit programs 
• Employer paid defined contribution Pension plan
• Industry leading Vacation package
• Subsidized Gym membership programs
• Employee Referral program
• Open concept modern working environment

“We not only live up to the expectations of our customers for today, but also anticipate their market needs of tomorrow.”

Essentials:

• College/post secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• 2+ years of end-to-end payroll administration or payroll specialist experience, including multi-provincial Canadian payroll and experience processing U.S. multi-state payroll supporting cross-border payroll operations.
• Benefits Administration and PCP (Payroll Compliance Practitioner) designation are an asset
• Experience with payroll systems (Ceridian Dayforce, ADP, UKG, Workday, SAP, Oracle HCM, etc.)
• Advances proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Payroll and HRIS systems
• Demonstrated experience performing payroll reconciliations, account balancing, variance analysis, and audit support activities. 
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills with the ability to investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies and data integrity issues.
• Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• This is a hybrid position with 2 days a week in the office

Choose wellbeing

DLL’s wellbeing ambition is to educate, equip and empower members to build connections, manage their mental, emotional, physical and financial wellness and maintain balance between work and the other priorities that make up their lives. 

Our four wellbeing categories are as follows:

• Connection – Build meaningful connections with other DLL members

• Health – Manage mental, emotional and physical health

• Finance – Provide learning opportunities to help members achieve personal financial health

• Lifestyle – Maintain balance between work and life priorities

There are things that matter to our members and the wellbeing of our members matters to DLL.

Settling In

At DLL, we are many things. We are team members, family members, and community members. We are members of society, members of different cultures and nationalities. Members of change. We each have different beliefs, different passions, different viewpoints, talents and interests. We come from different backgrounds, cultures, nationalities and histories.

But for all of our differences, we share one thing in common: each of us are members of DLL.

Our company was founded in the Netherlands. But today we are truly a multinational business. Our unique culture is rooted in higher collaboration, less hierarchy and honest directness that enable us to integrate, ideate and innovate across country lines.

Many companies say they are European, American, Asian or Australian, at DLL we are all these places and more.

We are a cross-culture collaborative – an interconnected network – that comes together every single day with one goal in mind: Partnering for a better world.

Good to know

Desired Primary Work Location: Burlington, ON

Applicable pay range

$65,000.00 - $72,000.00

Additional factors that may be used to determine your actual pay include your specific skills, years of relevant experience you possess, and other work-related qualifications. Many candidates may start in the bottom half of the applicable pay range, especially those with less experience or qualification.  

This position is subject to the terms of DLL’s compensation plans and policies. Further, the position includes all other benefits provided to DLL employees, including healthcare benefits, vacation, sick leave, parental leave, possible discretionary bonuses, and all other benefits that are subject to eligibility. 

• Deadline for application: Thursday, October 8, 2026

• The selection process may involve an assessment.

• Applications via email will not be reviewed. Please apply online via our career website: www.workingatdllgroup.com

• DLL’s referral program applies

• For more information, please contact our Talent acquisition partner April Kim via april.kim@dllgroup.com 

DLL appreciates the time you spend applying to our openings. We advise only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted. Hiring is subject to the successful completion of a background check.

DLL is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation in accordance with our values and all applicable legislation.