Payroll Administrator

Salon Consultants International operating as Summit Salon Business Center

Dartmouth, NS

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Posted 3 days ago

Job Details:

In-person

$31.41 / hour

Full-time

Experienced

Benefits:

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Group RRSP

Life Insurance

Payroll Administrator - Job Advertisement

We are Salon Consultants International Incorporated, operating as Summit Salon Business Center. Our firm specializes in management consulting and bookkeeping, helping businesses streamline operations and achieve financial clarity. We are located at 10 Thorne Avenue, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, B3B 1Y5. We are seeking a qualified and experienced Payroll Administrator. This is a 3-year, non-seasonal, position.

Responsibilities:

Update and manage employee information, such as set up new hire accounts, tracking attendance, leave and overtime, to calculate pay and benefits entitlements in Canadian and US currencies.
Manage and process employee compensation, including base salaries, incentive-based earnings (such as commissions and sales bonuses), quarterly performance bonuses, paid leave, and other forms of compensation.
Review and validate payroll system data to ensure the accurate application of earnings, deductions (such as taxes, insurance, and garnishments), and adjustments, confirming final pay amounts before issuing employee payments.
Coordinate, review, and process documentation for employee benefit programs such as pension plans, leave entitlements, medical insurance, and share savings.
Oversee and manage internal and external payroll audits, ensuring full compliance with all applicable laws and company policies.
Collect payroll travel receipts, calculate and reconcile travel-related taxable versus non-taxable income.
Compile and submit payroll-related reports and statutory tax documents, such as Records of Employment, pension plans, and year-end filings, ensuring timely reporting, accuracy, and compliance with applicable regulations.
Reconcile and finalize payroll-related reports at the end of each pay period, ensuring data consistency and addressing discrepancies in a timely manner.
Implement and improve payroll policies, procedures, and processes to streamline payroll operations and ensure compliance with all legal and company standards.

Skills/Requirements:

Strong organizational and time-management skills; ability to prioritize tasks and meet strict deadlines.
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in payroll processing.
Effective communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams.
Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); experience with accounting software is an asset.
Minimum 3-5 years' experience in payroll administration, including Canadian and US payroll.
Advanced proficiency in payroll software (e.g., ADP, Ceridian, Workday) and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to resolve payroll discrepancies and ensure compliance.
Ability to manage confidential information with discretion and integrity.

Educational Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Language of Work:

English

Hours:

This position is a full-time, 3-year, position for 30 hours per week.

Salary:

The qualified applicant will be paid an hourly rate of $31.41 CAD per hour.

Benefits: