Specialist, Payroll

Recipe Unlimited Corporation is Canada’s leading full service restaurant company. Home to such iconic brands as Swiss Chalet, Harvey’s, St.Hubert, Montana’s, Olive Garden Canada, Kelseys, Bier Markt, East Side Mario’s, The Landing Restaurant Group, New York Fries, The Pickle Barrel & Catering, State & Main, Elephant and Castle, Original Joe’s, Fresh Kitchen + Juice Bar, The Burger’s Priest, Blanco Cantina and Anejo. With this diverse portfolio of restaurants our Home Office Teammates have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of some of the most popular, well-loved brands in Canada. Variety isn’t the only thing we offer – we are passionate about our industry, we celebrate and support diversity of thought, we are innately curious and encourage our Teammates to take ownership. Above all else, we believe in doing the right thing for our people, our communities and our planet. The Payroll Specialist will be a valuable member in a team processing the full cycle payroll processing for our Nationwide teammates, ensuring that processes are executed properly and in a timely manner. As the Payroll Specialist at the Recipe, you will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of Recipe’s bi-weekly payroll. As the Recipe’s subject matter expert on payroll, you will investigate and resolve complex payroll queries, work on different reconciliations while developing and updating payroll documentation. You will be playing a key role in Ceridian Dayforce configuration and automation. As the subject matter expert on the team, you will act as a key frontline support person to teammates regarding payroll, vacation and RRSP inquiries. What you will do in this role: Process bi-weekly or weekly payrolls for hourly, salaried, union and non-union teammates Manage various Recipe brands portfolio Review and balance Time and Attendance Audit payroll information entered through MSS to ensure accuracy Ensure completeness of teammate information and documentation received (including all payroll related forms and change requests) Enter payroll information into Dayforce in a timely manner to meet bi-weekly payroll processing timelines Procedure Records of Employment ensuring government regulations are met Prepare bi-weekly and month-end reports/remittances and ensure timely remittances to the respective authorities Process bi-weekly payroll journal entries in JD Edwards financial system Prepare off-cycle payments such as EFT and manual cheques, and maintain year-to-date entries Assist in the year-end processing of T4/T4A/RL-1/W2 and the balancing and reconciling of government remittances Liaise with other departments on payroll-related issues and queries Investigate and resolve payroll issues/concerns raised by teammates/Managers in a prompt and professional manner Maintain teammates payroll files according to retention guidelines Ensure confidentiality of payroll information Keep current with government legislative and tax changes as applicable Act as a backup to colleagues on Payroll team as required What we are looking for from you: Level 2 Canadian Payroll or Payroll Compliance Practitioner certification is an asset 5+ years of experience in a payroll environment preferred US and/or International payroll experience is an asset Working knowledge of Google, Sheets, GMail, Google Docs and Excel Fast-learner and able to work with different systems Ability to work independently and handle multiple requests while maintaining deadlines Ability to work in a fast-paced constantly changing environment Ability to prioritize and organize time effectively to meet strict deadlines Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive information and issues with tact and diplomacy Accurate and detail-oriented Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills Excellent analytical and problem solving skills What’s in it for you? Flexible/Hybrid work environment Pay range: $55,000 - $75,000 You’d be joining a close-knit, innovative team of creative and energetic go-getters You’d be a part of Canada’s largest full-service restaurant company that leads the industry in size and innovation 20% associate discount dining card and monthly dining allowance valid at participating Recipe brands A welcoming, fun and safe work environment founded on respect Career advancement opportunities with a company that owns some of Canada’s most iconic restaurant brands Industry-leading benefits, wellness programs, and total rewards programs Recipe is committed to providing a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. Celebrating people, being passionate and curious, owning it, and doing the right thing are the values that guide how we build our teams, support our franchisees and create a company that unlocks the full potential of everyone. Recipe is dedicated to providing accommodations in accordance with applicable human rights and accommodation legislation. For individuals that require accommodations please contact [email protected]

Responsible for the accurate and timely processing of bi-weekly payroll for nationwide teammates across various restaurant brands. Acts as a subject matter expert for payroll queries, configuration in Ceridian Dayforce, and government remittance reporting.

Requires 5+ years of payroll experience and preferably a Level 2 Canadian Payroll or Payroll Compliance Practitioner certification. Must be proficient in Google Workspace and Excel with the ability to handle sensitive information in a fast-paced environment.

• Flexible/Hybrid Work Environment • Associate Discount Dining Card • Monthly Dining Allowance • Wellness Programs • Total Rewards Programs • Industry-leading Benefits

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• Full Cycle Payroll Processing
• Ceridian Dayforce
• JD Edwards
• Payroll Reconciliation
• Tax Compliance
• Time and Attendance Auditing
• Records of Employment
• T4/T4A/RL-1/W2 Processing
• Google Sheets
• Microsoft Excel
• Analytical Problem Solving
• Interpersonal Communication
• Confidentiality Management
• US Payroll
• International Payroll
• Payroll Documentation
• Canadian Payroll
• Tactfulness
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Payroll Processing
• Energetic
• Portfolio Analysis
• Professionalism
• Diplomacy
• Curiosity
• Payroll Compliance Practitioner
• Quick Learning
• Auditing
• Automation
• Change Requests
• Confidentiality
• Electronic Funds Transfer
• Financial Systems
• Franchising
• Gmail
• Google Docs
• Innovation
• Interpersonal Communications
• Problem Solving
• Remittance
• Restaurant Operation
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Balancing (Ledger/Billing)
• Prioritization
• Detail Oriented

• Finance & Accounting
• Human Resources
• Food & Beverage
• Hospitality
• Administrative
• Payroll Specialist
• Payroll Specialist (General)
• Payroll Clerks
• Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week