Zeiss Group

Zeiss Group

Payroll Specialist Canada

Toronto · Mid

Sponsorship not specified$64k-$80kDetected 20 days ago
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About the role

  • As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the everchanging environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge technologies and continuous advancements.
  • ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change.
  • We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain and update employee payroll records in the payroll system (Workday/ADP), ensuring data integrity, confidentiality, and compliance with applicable privacy legislation (PIPEDA).
  • Serve as a backup resource for U.S. payroll processing as needed, including support for multi-state payroll runs and compliance tasks.
  • Collaborate with U.S.-based payroll team members to ensure continuity of payroll operations during peak periods or staff absences.

Requirements

  • 2-4 years of experience in payroll processing or a related role.
  • Experience with payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Workday, Paychex, or similar) is required.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel (e.g., pivot tables, formulas)
  • willingness to develop U.S. backup capability is required.

Nice to have

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • associate or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, human resources, or a related field preferred.

Compensation

  • The annual pay range for this position is $64,000 – $80,000

Benefits

  • Paid time off including vacation, personal, and sick days
  • Calculate and process wages, overtime, bonuses, commissions, and deductions in compliance with Canadian federal and provincial legislation, including CPP, EI, and applicable provincial health levies.
  • Administer provincial statutory leaves (e.g., parental leave top-ups, sick leave) and ensure accurate payroll treatment during leave periods.
  • Support year-end payroll reconciliation processes, including pension and benefits reconciliations.
  • Maintain working knowledge of U.S. federal payroll requirements (FLSA, FICA, FUTA) and key state-level obligations to enable effective backup coverage.

Company info

  • How many companies can say they've been in business for over 179 years?
  • Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the everchanging environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change. We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. We are a global company with over 42,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team!
  • Location/Region: This position is located in Toronto
  • What's the role?
  • Here at ZEISS, we certainly can!
  • We are a global company with over 42,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone!
  • Make a difference, come join the team!
  • The Payroll Specialist I - Canada is a mid-level role within the Payroll Operations team, responsible for end-to-end payroll processing for Canadian employees across multiple provinces with greater independence and ownership than entry-level positions.
  • This role requires a solid understanding of Canadian payroll legislation, provincial tax regulations, CRA compliance requirements, and payroll systems.
  • The Payroll Specialist II will ensure accurate and timely payroll processing, resolve payroll discrepancies, and support the Payroll Lead on special projects.
  • This role also serves as a backup resource for U.S. payroll entities as needed, requiring working familiarity with U.S. federal and state payroll practices.
  • Sound Interesting?
  • Here's what you'll do:
  • Process payroll for salaried and hourly Canadian employees across applicable provinces, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in compliance with the applicable Employment Standards Act (ESA) requirements.
  • Review and verify employee timecards, hours worked, and other payroll data for accuracy, including overtime calculations per provincial standards.
  • Handle payroll adjustments such as retroactive pay, statutory deductions, tax adjustments, and corrections.
  • Process Records of Employment (ROEs) accurately and on time in accordance with Service Canada requirements.
  • Compliance & Reporting
  • Ensure payroll is processed in compliance with CRA requirements, provincial employment standards, and applicable collective agreements or company policies.
  • Assist in preparing and filing payroll tax remittances and year-end filings including T4s, T4As, and RL-1s (Quebec, as applicable).
  • Generate and review payroll reports for accuracy and provide them to management and finance as needed.
  • Stay current on changes to federal and provincial payroll legislation, tax rates, and regulatory requirements.
  • Employee Support
  • Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, deductions, T4s, and tax forms in a professional and timely manner.
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