Accounting and Payroll Specialist

Job summary

Accounting and Payroll Specialist (3-months | potential extension) Location: Midtown Toronto, ON (TTC accessible) Work Arrangement: On-site, Monday to Friday Contract Length: 3 months, with potential for extension Pay rate: $35-40/hr, commensurate with experience About the Opportunity Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accounting and Payroll Specialist to join their team on an immediate, temporary basis. This role offers the oppor…

Job details

Accounting and Payroll Specialist (3-months | potential extension) Location: Midtown Toronto, ON (TTC accessible) Work Arrangement: On-site, Monday to Friday Contract Length: 3 months, with potential for extension Pay rate: $35-40/hr, commensurate with experience About the Opportunity Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accounting and Payroll Specialist to join their team on an immediate, temporary basis. This role offers the opportunity to support payroll operations and financial administration within a collaborative and professional environment. The ideal candidate will have strong payroll expertise, excellent attention to detail, and experience working with financial systems, reconciliations, and reporting. Key Responsibilities • Process payroll accurately and in compliance with applicable legislation and company policies • Administer employee benefits, pension contributions, and payroll-related documentation • Prepare Records of Employment (ROEs), year-end tax slips, and other payroll compliance requirements • Respond to payroll and benefits inquiries in a professional and timely manner • Enter and maintain financial data within accounting and payroll systems • Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable functions • Perform account reconciliations and support monthly financial processes • Generate routine financial reports and assist with data analysis as required • Support expense reporting and documentation processes • Maintain organized financial records and ensure confidentiality of sensitive information • Provide administrative support to the finance team and assist with special projects as needed Qualifications • Degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, Payroll Administration, or a related field • Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) designation required • Minimum 5 years of experience in payroll administration and financial operations • Strong understanding of payroll legislation, benefits administration, and payroll compliance requirements • Experience with accounting and payroll software systems • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications • Exceptional attention to detail with strong organizational skills • Ability to manage confidential information with discretion • Strong communication and interpersonal skills What We're Looking For • Highly organized and process-driven professional • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with internal stakeholders • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills • Commitment to accuracy, deadlines, and customer service This opportunity is available immediately, and our client is looking to move quickly. If you're a payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys balancing payroll accuracy with financial administration, we'd love to hear from you. Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy. At Adecco our purpose is simple: to make the future work for everyone. We live our values, Passion, Collaboration, Inclusion, Courage, and Customers at Heart, by fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated and every voice matters. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities. Together, we’re making the future work for everyone.

Listed skills

• Payroll · Preferred
• Accounting · Preferred
• Client · Preferred
• Compliance · Preferred
• Detail-oriented · Preferred
• Accuracy · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• future · Preferred
• Microsoft · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Organized · Preferred

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