Accountant, Payroll

Made by Gather

  • Montreal, QC
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 20 days ago
ACCOUNTANT, PayrollMade by Gather is currently seeking an experienced Accountant, specializing in Payroll to join our dynamic team in Montreal. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, the successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring adherence to tax regulations and company policies, collaborating closely with human resources to address payroll inquiries, implementing process enhancements for improved efficiency, and conducting regular audits to uphold accuracy and reliability in all payroll functions.Our ideal candidate is highly organized, hands-on, and committed to quality work with a “can do” attitude. Our company is renowned for developing cutting edge, sleek, high quality and affordable small kitchen appliances distributed across North America.RESPONSIBILITIES:Payroll:
  • Plan, process, distribute, reconcile, report, file and archive bi-weekly payroll for US and Canada, guaranteeing timely and accurate payments, inclusive of bonuses and benefits.
  • Handle special payrolls and year-end adjustment payroll, as required.
  • Provide payroll-related variance analysis to management.
  • Oversee the ADP system and collaborate with HR for payroll system master file updates.
  • Document and refine payroll procedures for clarity and consistency.
  • Assist with the management of group benefit plans.
  • Execute year-end payroll procedures, including year-end payroll reconciliation, tax slip remittance and year-end reporting.
  • Maintain monthly headcount reporting by function and cost center.
  • Collaborate with FP&A and HR to ensure accurate budgeting for forecasted open positions.
  • Ensure compliance with HR policies and provincial/state requirements.
  • Support and participate in various external payroll audits.
Other Accounting Responsibilities:
  • Prepare payroll journal entries and accruals using and maintaining project and allocation keys, for each pay period and month end.
  • Reconcile payroll disbursements and bank records, making appropriate general ledger entries.
  • Manage the vacation accrual system, validate and prepare vacation accrual journals.
  • Reconcile liability accounts for payroll and prepare necessary adjustment journals.
  • Prepare and validate yearly deductible training expenses (Quebec).
  • Contribute to special projects and continuous process improvement initiatives.
QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Post-secondary degree in accounting, or related field or equivalent experience.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
  • Minimum 5 years of hands-on payroll processing experience for both US and Canada.
  • Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now (WFN) and NetSuite.
  • Experience with Expense Report Reimbursement processing in a T&E platform.
  • Thorough understanding of US/Canadian labor laws and regulations.
  • Experience with Multi-State Payroll.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities for identifying and addressing payroll-related issues accurately and efficiently.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Autonomy, efficiency, and ability to handle several files at once.
  • Ability to work autonomously, efficiently manage multiple tasks, and thrive under pressure and deadlines.
  • Commitment to discretion and maintaining confidentiality.
  • Membership in the Canadian Payroll Association preferred.
  • Proficiency in French for communication with Quebec government
  • This is a full-time position offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including a hybrid work schedule, extended medical/dental/vision coverage, RRSP plan with company match, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discount program, holidays, and Summer Fridays.

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