Payroll And Compliance Administrator - Hybrid (Remote/Mississauga Office)

We have a saying at Nando's and it's simply this: “Nando's is not just about the chicken. It's never been just about the chicken. It's about the people who make the chicken”, and we are looking for an Accounting & Payroll Administrator to join our family. So, if you have fire in your belly, passion in your soul – along with proven ex-PERI-ence in Finance, and you're looking for an opportunity to join a team that is entrepreneurial journey of growth – then read on and maybe Nando's is the right place for you.

OBJECTIVE

The Payroll and Compliance Administrator- CA will perform payroll processing functions (70%), tax and benefit compliance (20%), and general accounting functions (10%). The role provides excellent customer service to both our internal and external client groups. This is a hybrid position that requires 2 days a week in the Mississauga office.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES

Payroll Processing

• Process bi-weekly payroll for approx. 400 hourly & salary employees
• Enter new employee information into payroll system
• Assist in process compliance and efficiency creation between all systems involving payroll data
• Perform pre-production audits prior to processing payroll
• Review, analyse and check payroll reports for accuracy and makes necessary adjustments or corrections through preparation of journal entries or other established procedure.
• Recommends or participates in the development of new procedures and policies related to payroll operations utilizing knowledge of Nando's, provincial and federal policies and regulations

Tax and Benefit Compliance

• File and Audit necessary tax and benefits including, but not limited to, WSIB/WCB, RRSP, EHT, and EI
• Ensure compliance with all federal, provincial, and local tax regulations as well as wage and hour laws
• Recommends or participates in the development of internal controls regarding tax and benefits
• Process annual compensation changes in Payroll and prepare supporting materials as required.

General Accounting Functions

• Review and prepare various journal entries
• Assist with period reconciliations
• Assist with audit requirements as needed

Education and Experience

• 3-5 years' experience in clerical accounting/payroll processing OR College or university diploma
• PCP certification with Canadian Payroll Association
• Intermediate knowledge of MS office – Excel, PowerPoint
• Knowledge of payroll processing, principles, regulations, and procedures across all provinces
• Skill in evaluating and analysing technical payroll activities
• Knowledge with Payworks Payroll processing system an added value
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting practices, principles and procedures

WHAT ELSE DO WE THINK YOU NEED TO DO THE JOB:

• Strong verbal and written communication with a passion for partnerships, able to collaborate with Nandocas at all levels, restaurant and franchisees
• Flexible, high energy takes initiative and has a drive for results kind of person with a youthful optimism who embraces diversity.
• Produces results while working independently yet also thrives in a team environment
• Excellent time-management and organizational skills that can manage multiple tasks and effectively prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• High attention to detail
• Works well under pressure in deadline-driven environment