Payroll Administrator (6 Month Contract), Markham

Job Overview

Serruya Private Equity (SPE) is a multi‐portfolio organization with diverse brands including Yogen Früz, The Body Shop, One Plant, and several others across retail, food service, and franchising.

Position Overview

The Payroll Administrator is responsible for processing accurate and timely payroll for employees in compliance with company policies and relevant legislation. The role involves maintaining payroll records, ensuring proper deductions, managing benefits reporting, and acting as a point of contact for payroll-related inquiries.

Key Responsibilities

• Process biweekly/monthly payroll for all employees accurately and on time.
• Maintain and update employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, salary changes, and leave.
• Calculate and apply deductions, benefits, bonuses, overtime, and taxable allowances.
• Prepare and submit payroll reports to management and relevant authorities.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state/provincial, and local payroll regulations.
• Coordinate with HR regarding employee changes, benefits, and entitlements.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Assist with audits, reconciliations or additional tasks assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive payroll and employee information.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Previous payroll experience in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Payworks, Dayforce) and Excel.
• Understanding of payroll legislation, tax regulations, and benefits administration.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Commitment to Equity & Accessibility

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and during employment, in accordance with the AODA and Ontario Human Rights Code.

Contract Terms

• Contract duration: 6 month
• Hours: 40/week
• Reporting to: Payroll Supervisor
• Pay Range: $24.03 - $31.25 per hour