Your new company

Commissionaires manages the largest digital fingerprinting infrastructure in Canada, all while growing the diversity of physical, electronic and cyber security employment opportunities to match the skillsets and second career aspirations of modern-day veterans, their families, and fellow Canadians who share their passion to protect people, property and information.

Your new role

• Oversee the bi-weekly payroll process, ensuring accurate deposits and compliance with statutory requirements.

• Perform payroll-related reconciliations, audits, and reporting, including year-end T4s and Relevé 1 forms.

• Manage garnishments, vacation accruals, and statutory deductions.

• Ensure payroll systems are up to date, identifying and resolving technical issues in coordination with IT and vendors.

• Conduct analytical tasks, as directed by the Payroll Supervisor or CFO, that allow the organization to gain critical insights into payroll & benefits costs

• Monthly & quarterly reporting e.g. sick & vacation trends

• Process improvement mentality to aid the department in looking at existing processes and analyzing the how & why to determine if there are better ways forward

• Mentor and train Employee Service Centre (ESC) staff on payroll, benefits, and HR matters.

• Support system updates, testing, and data integration efforts to maintain functionality and compliance.

• Act as the primary point of contact for escalated payroll and benefits issues, ensuring prompt and accurate resolution.

What you'll need to succeed

• Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) or Payroll Leadership Professional (PLP) designation required

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Payroll, Human Resources, or Business Administration

• In-house payroll experience, including taking calculations from gross to net

• Minimum of 3 years of senior payroll experience, including multi-jurisdictional payroll and unionized environments.

• Strong understanding of federal and provincial payroll legislation and taxation requirements.

• Advanced proficiency in payroll systems (experience with Quadrant Workforce is an asset) and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

• Exceptional problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.

• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to mentor and manage high-pressure situations professionally.

• Must hold, or be able to obtain a Secret level Security Clearance within 6 months of hiring

What you'll get in return

• Work for a reputable and nationally known company

• Work in a challenging and rewarding work environment

• Employer paid professional development

• A comprehensive benefits package

• Generous paid time off, holidays and sick days

• Retirement plans with company matching of employee contributions

• Employee discount programs, social outings and holiday gatherings

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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