Payroll Specialist (Job 280)

Job Type: Full-time, permanent with benefits Located in Guelph, the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC) processes applications for admission to undergraduate, law, medical, rehabilitation sciences and teacher education programs for Ontario’s universities. We provide a progressive and supportive working environment for our employees, along with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. Read about the OUAC’s total rewards and compensation program. [https://www.ouac.on.ca/about/employment/#total-rewards-and-compensation] The OUAC values equity, diversity and inclusion and believes that every person has a right to equal treatment. We are strengthened by diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences. We have equitable and accessible employment practices, based on the principles specified in Ontario legislation (Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act [AODA]). Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available upon request. The OUAC is seeking a Payroll Specialist for payroll processing and to contribute to other Finance Department operations, as required. The Payroll Specialist will report to the Assistant Manager, Finance and will be responsible for bi-weekly payroll processing, government remittances, month-end reconciliations, account analysis and other duties, as assigned. If you would like to put your skills and experience to work and are eager to play a supporting role in helping people start a new chapter in their life, we would love to hear from you! Job Responsibilities * Process bi-weekly payroll * Complete government remittances and reporting * Benefits administration and reporting * Reconcile payroll and benefits’ general ledger (G/L) accounts * Prepare T4s * Perform year-end audit tasks * Generate and balance university transfer payments * Execute other accounting and finance processes, as required Qualifications Sought * Business accounting diploma or equivalent * Current NPI PCP membership (proof of certification must be presented at the interview) * Minimum 3 years’ payroll experience * Sage 300, Canadian Payroll or UKG Canadian Payroll experience * Must be bondable Abilities/Skills for the Ideal Candidate * Strong work ethic, written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills * Excellent organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills * High level of accuracy and attention to detail * Sound knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and other software programs * Sage and UKG software experience considered an asset * Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team * Disciplined, organized and reliable work habits Hours of Work * Monday through Friday, 4.5 days per week (32 hours) * Hybrid remote work arrangements may be available after the probationary period How to Apply Qualified applicants are invited to apply to “Job 280” by midnight, August 23, 2026. Submit your cover letter and resume as separate files (PDF preferred). Our UKG platform may use automated tools or Artificial Intelligence (AI) to help us determine basic eligibility for a role. For more information, read about the OUAC Human Resources Recruitment Privacy Notice. [https://www.ouac.on.ca/hr-recruitment-privacy-notice] We thank all applicants for applying; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Accounting and Payroll Specialist is responsible for bi-weekly payroll processing, government remittances, and benefits administration. They will also perform month-end reconciliations, account analysis, and assist with year-end audit tasks.

Candidates must hold a business accounting diploma or equivalent and possess a current NPI PCP membership. A minimum of 3 years of payroll experience and proficiency with Sage or UKG software are required.

• Comprehensive benefits • Total rewards and compensation program

• Résolution de problèmesSouhaitée
• Microsoft ExcelSouhaitée
• Microsoft WordSouhaitée

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• Payroll processing
• Government remittances
• Month-end reconciliations
• Account analysis
• Benefits administration
• T4 preparation
• Year-end audit
• Sage 300
• Canadian Payroll
• UKG
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Analytical skills
• Problem-solving
• Organizational skills
• Communication skills
• Payroll Processing
• Strong Work Ethic
• Sage 300 Construction And Real Estate
• Account Analysis
• Accounting
• Artificial Intelligence
• Auditing
• Automation
• Benefits Administration
• Finance
• General Ledger
• Interpersonal Communications
• Problem Solving
• Legislation
• Rehabilitation
• Operations
• Remittance
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Detail Oriented

• Finance & Accounting
• Human Resources
• Administrative
• Accounting and Payroll Specialist
• Accounting Clerk
• Accounting and Bookkeeping Clerks
• Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

32 heures par semaine