Payroll Specialist (18-Month Contract)

Salary Range: $65,000 – $70,000

Who we are:

Canaccord Genuity (CG) is a leading independent full-service financial services firm, with operations in two principal segments of the securities industry:  wealth management and capital markets.  CG is driven by an unwavering commitment to build lasting client relationships – we achieve this by generating value for our individual, institutional, and corporate clients through comprehensive wealth management solutions and investment banking services.  We are a leading independent wealth management firm in Canada, and the leading mid-market provider of investment banking advisory, equity research, sales and trading services for corporations and institutions.

We pride ourselves on understanding our clients’ needs and finding innovative, bespoke solutions.  Our entrepreneurial and friendly team will challenge you to learn and grow every day.  We value great work and collaboration and strive to eliminate bureaucratic thinking.  We’re looking for talented people who thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to have an impact with innovative ideas and best practices.

Come be a part of our Canadian success story and help deliver superior experiences for our clients. At CG, we recognize that diversity across our business strengthens our client relationships and enables more innovative solutions.  We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. CG provides an accessible candidate experience. If you need any accommodation throughout the interview process and beyond, please let us know.

Our Canadian operation, Canaccord Genuity Corp., is currently looking a motivated individual with strong payroll knowledge, and a quick learner with excellent organizational skills to join our Canadian Payroll Team on a 18-month contract basis to cover maternity leave. This position reports directly to the Manager, Payroll.

Responsibilities

• Works closely and collaboratively with other members of the Payroll, Benefits and HR teams.
• Process most if not all of time tracking entries on a pay period basis. Enter/Upload EIBs and maintain employee data and transactions in payroll system. (Include entering tax elections, direct deposit changes, cost allocation changes, taxable benefits – tuition, parking, gym, other benefits related charges, termination payments, vacation payments and ad hoc salary/wages/bonus related payments-hourly & overtime and other payments)
• Process staff events (new hire, rehire, departures, leaves and other change organization events).
• Runs full-cycle semi-monthly payroll for all pay groups
• Responds to all stakeholders regarding Payroll-related inquiries about their pay.
• Prepares and delivers various reports or spreadsheets as required.
• Creates ROE, Garnishment, and Prepares CRA remittances.
• Assist Senior Payroll Accountant with journal entries, cheques, deposits and basic account reconciliation and cost reporting.  
• Assist the whole Payroll team during December – February to meet deadlines regarding tax forms distribution and deliveries (includes distribution of T4/RL-1/T2200)
• Performs ad hoc tasks as needed, likely requested from CGC Controller & Manager, Payroll
• Assist with documentation of new processes and system testing as needed.
• Adheres to company policies and ensures company is following best practices in Payroll and is in compliance with all required payroll legislation and regulations.
• Calculate Imputed Interest – Forgivable Loans

Skills & Qualifications

• PCP or PCP Candidate designation or similar certifications such as Payroll/Accounting Diploma
• 2-5 years of experience in Payroll/Accounting or possess basic understanding of payroll and payment processing and able to apply studies and experience to the position at hand.
• Intermediate to Proficient in MS Office Applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)
• Excellent Communication and Interpersonal Skills, positive demeanor, forward thinking.
• Proven ability to collaborate in a team environment and able to work independently – minimal supervision.
• Eager to learn, Quick learner, adaptable to changes in fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
• Problem solver, detail oriented, excellent in prioritizing/time management and organize.
• Self-Motivated and results driven, with proactive mentality and initiative approach to work.
• Flexible to work required hours at peak times when necessary.

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In order to be considered for employment, candidates selected for interviews will be required to show proof of citizenship, permanent residence or eligibility to work in Canada with no restrictions.

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We wish to thank all candidates for their interest but only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. Thank you for your understanding.