Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist — Remote<\/b><\/div><\/div>Dynamic remote opportunity in the insurance sector for an experienced payroll professional with expertise in full -cycle payroll processing, payroll systems, and financial reporting. This role offers exposure to complex payroll operations, collaboration with HR and Finance teams, and the opportunity to contribute in a fast -paced corporate environment with strong growth potential.<\/div><\/div>What is in it for you:<\/b><\/b><\/div><\/div>• Hourly salary of $27.<\/div>• 4 -month contract.<\/div>• Full -time position: 37.50 hours per week.<\/div>• Weekday schedule from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.<\/div>• Occasional early morning or late evening work may be required.<\/div>• Fully remote position within Ontario.<\/div><\/div>Responsibilities:<\/b><\/b><\/div><\/div>• Process full -cycle payroll accurately and on schedule.<\/div>• Manage accounts payable related payroll tasks as required.<\/div>• Respond to employee payroll inquiries in a timely and professional manner.<\/div>• Prepare and post payroll journal entries.<\/div>• Review and verify quarterly payroll tax reports for accuracy.<\/div>• Support year -end payroll processing, including reconciliations and reporting activities.<\/div>• Identify and resolve payroll discrepancies or data issues.<\/div>• Maintain accurate and confidential payroll records.<\/div>• Support ad hoc payroll matters as they arise.<\/div>• Use payroll systems, including ADP, to enter, update, and validate payroll information.<\/div>• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to ensure payroll accuracy and compliance.<\/div><\/div>What you will need to succeed:<\/b><\/b><\/div><\/div>• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field.<\/div>• PCP payroll certification.<\/div>• 5 years of payroll experience.<\/div>• Experience with full -cycle payroll processing.<\/div>• Experience preparing payroll journal entries and payroll reports.<\/div>• Experience with payroll systems, preferably ADP.<\/div>• Experience with accounts payable related payroll tasks is considered an asset.<\/div>• Experience with quarterly payroll tax reporting and year -end payroll processing is considered an asset.<\/div>• Experience in a corporate or multi -province payroll environment is considered an asset.<\/div>• Insurance or finance industry background preferred.<\/div>• UK payroll experience is preferred.<\/div>• Advanced Excel skills.<\/div>• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.<\/div>• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.<\/div>• Strong documentation, verbal, and written communication skills.<\/div>• Strong time management skills and ability to work independently.<\/div>• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve ad hoc payroll issues.<\/div><\/div>Why Recruit Action?<\/b><\/b><\/div><\/div>Recruit Action (agency permit: AP -2504511) provides recruitment services through quality support and a personalized approach. As part of the screening process, some applications may be reviewed using artificial intelligence tools. Only candidates who meet the hiring criteria will be contacted.<\/div><\/div><\/span>