Subject Matter Expert

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary point of contact and expert advisor on Canadian payroll regulations, tax laws, and statutory requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal and provincial payroll legislation, including Employment Standards, Taxation, CPP, EI, and other statutory deductions.
• Review, validate, and oversee payroll processing to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Lead payroll audits and assist with resolving discrepancies or issues related to payroll data.
• Collaborate closely with HR, finance, and external service providers to align payroll processes with business needs and legal requirements.
• Develop and maintain payroll policies, procedures, and documentation specific to Canadian payroll.
• Provide training and support to payroll teams and relevant stakeholders on Canadian payroll matters.
• Support payroll system implementations, upgrades, and integrations, ensuring alignment with Canadian payroll rules and regulations.
• Monitor and communicate changes in payroll-related legislation and recommend necessary adjustments.
• Assist in preparing reports and responding to audits or inquiries from tax authorities.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors/masters degree in business or accounting or human resources
• 5+ years of experience in payroll processing, with supervisory responsibilities.
• Minimum of 3yrs of experience in US or Canada payroll processing.
• This position operates in a professional office environment.
• Standard work hours are 4PM to 1AM IST or 6PM to 3AM IST.
• Ready to Work from the Office - 5 days (Monday Friday)

What Will Put You Ahead

• Strong knowledge of Canadian payroll laws, tax legislation, and statutory requirements.
• Experience with payroll systems Day Force, ADP, Ceridian, SAP, Payworks, GHR
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.