EY Payroll Project Lead 

Canada, Ontario, Toronto 

26168107

Your key responsibilities

• Project planning and execution of different payroll initiatives
• Leading implementation of new or upgraded payroll systems and ensuring seamless integration
• Identifying and implementing improvements to existing payroll process to increase efficiency and accuracy
• Calculate and key semi-monthly payroll
• Ensure accurate employee records are maintained in Ceridian payroll database
• Prepare excel documents for upload in Dayforce
• Prepare payroll journal entries and GL account reconciliations
• Prepare remittances for third party deductions such as garnishments, RRSP/TFSA, pension, charitable donations, etc.
• Support employees and past employees with any payroll queries
• Issue Records of Employment
• Maintain payroll sources documents using company e-filing system
• Work as a team to ensure deadlines are met

Skills and attributes for success

• Strong team player, capable of performing in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Excellent (English) written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to deal with confidential information with a high degree of diplomacy
• Highly effective customer service and collaborative skills

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A minimum of 2-year post-secondary education in Accounting, Business, Human Resources, or equivalent
• 2 - 4 years of payroll processing experience
• Advanced computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Word and Excel
• PCP Designation from National Payroll Institute (formerly Canadian Payroll Association)
• Experience working with Ceridian Dayforce and SuccessFactors integration

Ideally you will have

• Experience in processing multi-province payroll with 1000+ employees
• This role involves interaction with internal and external clients and professionals nationally and globally. Professional competency in the English language is therefore a requirement of this role. Bilingualism in both French and English is considered an asset.

What we offer

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.