Line of Service

Internal Firm Services

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

IFS - Finance

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in finance focus on providing financial advice and strategic guidance to clients, helping them optimize their financial performance and make informed business decisions. These individuals handle financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and risk management.

Those in payroll at PwC will assist in the accurate and timely processing of payroll for employees. Working in this area, you will handle payroll administration, including calculating wages, deductions, and taxes, as well as confirming compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Your responsibilities include collaborating with HR teams to maintain employee records, address payroll-related inquiries, and assist in payroll accuracy. You will play a crucial role in making sure employees are paid correctly and on time, contributing to the overall financial well-being of the organization and supporting employee satisfaction.

Meaningful work you’ll be part of  
As a Payroll Specialist, Senior Associate, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve business issues, deliver high quality client service and operational efficiency. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

Coordinate and oversee payroll staff to ensure that all semi-monthly processes are executed appropriately and in a timely manner  

Operate as a subject matter expert and escalation point to resolve issues while looking for improvements in operational processes  

Process all remittances, including federal and provincial payroll taxes 

Generate payroll related reports and complete analysis  

Prepare and process journal entries, analyze transactions and prepare account reconciliations  

Oversee the reconciliation and balancing (on a semi-monthly payroll cycle) of all payroll earnings and deduction accounts 

Conduct payroll orientations for new employees, provide guidance, and share knowledge with team members  

Respond to payroll enquiries from employees and external organizations  

Assist Payroll Manager on year-end activities and other special projects as required  

Assist and participate in special projects

Experiences and skills you’ll use to solve  

PCP or CPM designation from the CPA or equivalent 

Payroll experience with demonstrated coaching and mentoring skills and strong knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation  

Advanced Microsoft Excel and Word skills, experience with Workday payroll system is an asset 

Ability to handle and use discretion with highly confidential information and knowledge of quality assurance and audit techniques 

Advanced communication skills both written and oral and excellent customer service, relationship building and cross-functional skills 

Demonstrated initiative and organizational, analytical, conflict-resolution and problem-solving skills 

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy of results and ability to adapt to a changing environment 

PwC Canada is committed to cultivating an inclusive, hybrid work environment. Exact expectations for your team can be discussed with your interviewer 

As a requirement, a Security Clearance is mandatory for all staff who’ll be engaged on these assignments. Prior to applying, please review the Government of Canada website to ensure you meet the eligibility requirements to obtain this clearance. This’ll become a condition of your employment with PwC should you receive an offer from us 

This is a 12-month full-time contract opportunity 

  

Why you’ll love PwC 

We’re inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you’ll be a part of diverse teams helping public and private clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes. This meaningful work, and our continuous development environment, will take your career to the next level. We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about our Application Process and Total Rewards Package at: https://jobs-ca.pwc.com/ca/en/life-at-pwc 

PwC Canada acknowledges that we work and live across Turtle Island, on the land that is now known as Canada, which are the lands of the ancestral, treaty and unceded territories of the First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples. We recognize the systemic racism, colonialism and oppression that Indigenous Peoples have experienced and still go through, and we commit to allyship and solidarity. 

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required:

Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Reasoning, Analytical Thinking, Communication, Compensation and Payroll, Creativity, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Escalation Management, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, Learning Agility, Optimism, Payroll Accounting, Payroll Calculation, Payroll Legislation, Payroll Management, Payroll Records, Payroll Software, Payroll System Documentation, Payroll System Integration, Processing (Finance) {+ 2 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

Job Posting End Date

At PwC Canada, our most valuable asset is our people and we grow stronger as we learn from one another. We’re committed to creating an equitable and inclusive community of solvers where everyone feels that they truly belong. We understand that experience comes in many forms and building trust in society and solving important problems is only possible if we reflect the mosaic of the society we live in.

We’re committed to providing accommodations throughout the application, interview, and employment process. If you require an accommodation to be at your best, please let us know during the application process.

To learn more about inclusion and diversity at PwC Canada: https://www.pwc.com/ca/en/about-us/diversity-inclusion.html. Be a part of The New Equation.

Chez PwC Canada, notre atout le plus précieux, c’est notre personnel. Et c’est en apprenant les uns des autres que nous devenons plus forts. Nous avons à cœur de créer une communauté équitable et inclusive de professionnels de la résolution de problèmes, dans laquelle chacun se sent vraiment à sa place. Nous savons que l’expérience peut prendre diverses formes et, pour nous, donner confiance au public et résoudre des problèmes importants n’est possible que si notre milieu de travail reflète la diversité de la société dans laquelle nous vivons.

Nous tenons à répondre à vos besoins tout au long du processus de demande d’emploi, d’entrevue et d’embauche. Si vous avez besoin de mesures d’adaptation pour être parfaitement à l’aise, faites-le-nous savoir à l’étape de la demande d’emploi.

Pour en savoir plus sur l’inclusion et la diversité chez PwC Canada: https://www.pwc.com/ca/fr/about-us/diversity-inclusion.html. Faites partie de La Nouvelle équation.