Senior Payroll Analyst
Assumption Life • Moncton, NB • Full Time • $75,000–$95,000 / year
Posted on Mon, Sep 28, 2026
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The Opportunity
Are you looking for a key role where your payroll and compliance expertise will have a direct impact on more than 325 employees across Canada?
The Senior Payroll Analyst is responsible for the full payroll cycle for the head office and subsidiaries, ensuring compliance with all applicable Canadian legal, tax, and regulatory requirements. As a subject matter expert, the incumbent provides guidance and support to employees, managers, and subsidiaries on payroll and compensation matters. This role requires a high degree of autonomy, attention to detail, leadership, and a strong understanding of Canadian payroll practices and accounting principles.
What you'll do
Responsibilities
The main responsibilities associated with this position include:
- Prepare and process payroll accurately using WorkForceNow (ADP);
- Ensure compliance with federal and provincial tax and legislative requirements;
- Prepare and issue Records of Employment (ROEs) and tax slips (T4, RL-1, T2200, etc.);
- Manage statutory deductions and other payroll withholdings (investments, insurance, mortgages, etc.);
- Prepare reports required by provincial workers' compensation boards;
- Work closely with the Human Resources, Finance, and Information Technology teams;
- Assume certain supervisory, coordination, and coaching responsibilities related to payroll operations;
- Serve as a key contact for the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), Revenu Québec, and other provincial authorities;
- Develop, update, and maintain internal documentation and procedures;
- Ensure payroll deadlines are met to guarantee accurate and timely payroll processing.
What you'll need
Qualifications
- Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field;
- Minimum of 5 years of payroll experience in a multi-provincial environment;
- Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) designation required; Payroll Leadership Professional (PLP) designation considered an asset;
- Strong knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation, tax regulations, employment standards, and compliance requirements;
- Proficiency with WorkForceNow (ADP) and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel;
- Experience with pension plans, group benefits, government remittances, and year-end payroll processes;
- Demonstrated experience providing supervision, coordination, or guidance within a payroll team;
- Excellent communication skills in both French and English, written and spoken;
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities;
- Proven leadership, autonomy, attention to detail, discretion, and organizational skills.
If this opportunity aligns with your career goals and you are interested in playing a key role in our organization's continued growth, we encourage you to apply by October 12, 2026.
A little bit about us
Assumption Life
At Assumption Life, we value the development of our employees in diversified and inclusive work teams that foster creative thinking and innovation.
Assumption Life is deeply committed to its community's development
Founded in 1903 in Massachusetts, Assumption Life is the result of a group of people who want to take their destiny into their own hands. Their goal was simple: to ensure the prosperity of Acadian families in New England. Since its inception, Assumption Life has continued to making difference beyond the borders of l'Acadie for all families across Canada. Our Company, which began as a great idea 122 years ago, is now one of the largest mutual life insurance and financial services companies in Canada. Today, this culture of generosity and commitment is demonstrated by our employees. Whether it is helping out at special events, raising funds for charities or, helping people in need, Assumption Life employees are very committed to their community and are always ready to help.
An employer of choice
We ensure competitive salaries, as well as performance-based bonuses, generous benefits and flexibility in our policies and practices to respond to the needs of our employees.
Assumption Life is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We extend employment regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability, gender identity or gender expression, status of a pardoned person, social condition or political activity. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation for an interview, please let us know by emailing [email protected]
Are you interested?
Work With Us
- The chance to be part of a dynamic, high-performing team that adheres to the following ethical values: leadership, collaboration, trust and commitment;
- Training and development opportunities;
- A comprehensive benefits package including a competitive salary, bonus, pension and benefits;
- A dynamic location in downtown Moncton;
- A paid volunteer day;
- Time off to care for family members and pets.
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