Senior Payroll Specialist

full-time•Richmond Hill•$55k - $82k

Summary

Location

Richmond Hill

Salary

$55k - $82k

Type

full-time

Experience

5-10 years

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About this role

OPENTEXT - THE INFORMATION COMPANYOpenText is a global leader in information management, where innovation, creativity, and collaboration are the key components of our corporate culture. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to partner with the most highly regarded companies in the world, tackle complex issues, and contribute to projects that shape the future of digital transformation. AI-First. Future-Driven. Human-Centered.At OpenText, AI is at the heart of everything we do—powering innovation, transforming work, and empowering digital knowledge workers. We are hiring talent AI can't replace to help us shape the future of information management. Join us. OPENTEXT - L'ENTREPRISE DE L'INFORMATIONOpenText est un leader mondial dans le domaine de la gestion de l'information, où l'innovation, la créativité et la collaboration sont les éléments clés de notre culture d'entreprise. En tant que membre de notre équipe, vous aurez l'occasion de collaborer avec les entreprises les plus réputées au monde, de vous attaquer à des problèmes complexes et de contribuer à des projets qui façonnent l'avenir de la transformation numérique. L'IA avant tout. Tourné vers l'avenir. Centré sur l'humain.Chez OpenText, l'IA est au cœur de toutes nos activités : elle stimule l'innovation, transforme le travail et donne plus de moyens aux travailleurs du savoir numérique. Nous recrutons des talents que l'IA ne peut remplacer pour nous aider à façonner l'avenir de la gestion de l'information. Rejoignez-nous. YOUR IMPACT The Payroll Specialist reports to the Manager of Americas Payroll and is a key role in the OpenText Global Payroll function. This role works in office. As one of our largest populations, the Americas is a growing and complex population for payroll processing as OpenText looks to implement new scalable payroll platforms that we can leverage to handle our employee population growth. As a result, the Payroll Specialist opportunity is 70% functional payroll processing and 30% technical project implementation. You will be joining a team then responsible for the timely and accurate processing of payroll for our Canadian entities within OpenText as well as assisting with payroll system configurations & implementations. You’ll have visibility and interactions with key stakeholders in Information Technology, Human Resources, uHLegal, Accounting etc as you leverage your past experiences in problem solving and process improvement efforts. The primary focus for the Payroll Specialist will be payroll tasks for our US employees, with some processing for Canada employees, including the data input, related audits/edits of that data, relevant reporting, and interacting with other payroll team members. The project work includes assisting with migrating subsets of employees onto our ADP Globalview platform with integration into our global HCM system, SAP SuccessFactors. Potential cross-over payroll work/experiences with the LATAM payroll are a possibility as OpenText values the ability to process and understand multiple country payrolls. This position is accountable for providing a high level of customer service to all Payroll stakeholders, including but not limited to employees, Human Resources, Finance, and other Payroll team members with a focus on confidentiality. This position requires strong interpersonal skills and initiative as well as excellent working knowledge of payroll practices. You’ll gain visibility to Sr Management during the completion of these tasks.This role is an in office role, five days a week. WHAT THE ROLE OFFERS <ul style="margin-bottom: 0.0in; margin-top: 0.0px;"><li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Working in a fast paced, highly matrixed, large company environment</li><li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Ensure process payments to US and Canada employees are within strict deadlines.</li><li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Operating within a Managed Services delivery model with ADP, liaise with Payroll provider (ADP GlobalView), Human Resources, Variable Compensation and Finance throughout the pay process.</li><li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Previous system implementation projects (ADP GV, Success Factors experience highly valuable)</li><li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.</li><li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Audit the information that interfaces from the HR system for accuracy.</li><li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Verification and reconciliation of each payroll run and resolve discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.</li><li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Ensure that necessary government filings and remittances relative to payroll are made in a timely manner including but not limited to garnishments, tax slips and taxes.</li><li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Complete Year-End Process and file all applicable tax year-end filings.</li><li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Identify and process taxable benefits.</li><li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Deal with requests and correspondence promptly and efficiently.</li><li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Assist employees with payroll requests and questions in a timely manner.</li><li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Administration of Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) and Stock Options as related to payroll.</li><li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Applicable year-end reporting of ESPP and Stock Options.</li><li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Pension remittances and reporting.</li><li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Provide Finance with GL details and assist in reconciliations and research.</li><li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Stay abreast of legislative changes and compliance issues.</li><li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Handling special requests as needed (e.g., audit, compensation, legal inquiries)</li></ul> WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED<ul style="margin-bottom: 0.0in; margin-top: 0.0px;"><li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Minimum of 5+ years’ experience in Canada and US Payroll, with an international company with multiple legal entities</li><li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Experience with outsourced payroll packages (ADP Globalview, Streamline, Celergo, etc.) strongly preferred.</li><li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">SAP SuccessFactors HCM experience</li><li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Experience with projects such as implementing new payroll platforms and systems integrations.</li><li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Microsoft Office</li><li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Excellent time management skills</li><li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Strong interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills</li><li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Detailed oriented.</li><li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Ability to work independently with minimum supervision and as a co-operative team member.</li><li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Organized with an ability to balance multiple projects in a fast-paced environment while working towards strict deadlines.</li><li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Strong issue resolution skills</li><li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Excellent written and oral communication skills (English).</li><li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Proactive with the ability to take initiative.</li><li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Can work independently or as a co-operative team member.</li><li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Maintains confidentiality.</li><li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px; line-height: normal; font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Second Language skill considered an asset.</li><li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px; line-height: 107%; font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Profession certification / membership in the NPI and Payroll Org is a strong reference.</li><li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px; line-height: 107%; font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">PCP Or FPC preferred.</li></ul> This is a global role supporting clients/employees in North America and Europe and requires fluency in French & English. OpenText's efforts to build an inclusive work environment go beyond simply complying with applicable laws. Our Employment Equity and Diversity Policy provides direction on maintaining a working environment that is inclusive of everyone, regardless of culture, national origin, race, color, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, family status, age, veteran status, disability, religion, or other basis protected by applicable laws.If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please submit a ticket at <a href="https://help.opentext.com/portal/site/selfservice?customView=newTicket">Ask HR</a>. Our proactive approach fosters collaboration, innovation, and personal growth, enriching OpenText's vibrant workplace.Salary Range: $55,790 - $82,000 Depending on the candidate’s education, experience, skills, geographical location, and alignment with internal equity and external market, actual salary may vary and be higher or lower than the range posted.

What you'll do

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for the timely and accurate processing of payroll for Canadian entities and assisting with payroll system configurations and implementations. This role involves significant interaction with key stakeholders and requires strong problem-solving and process improvement skills.

About Open Text Corporation

OpenText is a leading Cloud and AI company that provides organizations around the world with a comprehensive suite of Business AI, Business Clouds, and Business Technology. We help organizations grow, innovate, become more efficient and effective, and do so in a trusted and secure way—through Information Management. OpenText (NASDAQ/TSX: OTEX), founded in 1991 in Waterloo, has a rich history of helping customers manage their most important asset—information. Originating from a collaboration to digitize the Oxford English Dictionary, OpenText has grown into a global leader in information management. With over 120,000 enterprise customers across 180 countries, OpenText supports 98 of the top 100 global companies. A wide breadth of offerings uniquely positions OpenText to help customers unlock the value of that information using Al, cloud, and security innovations. At OpenText, our culture is at the heart of everything we do—and today, that includes being proudly AI-first. We’re creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, with artificial intelligence integrated into how we work, solve problems, and innovate together. By fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment, we empower digital knowledge workers and drive forward-thinking solutions that shape the future of information management. We believe our success comes from the strength of our team—talent that AI can’t replace—and we’re committed to attracting and supporting those who bring unique insight, adaptability, and creativity. Because at OpenText, people aren’t just our greatest asset—they’re the reason we shine in an AI-powered world. Join us at OpenText and become part of a team where your talents and ideas are truly valued.

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Open Text Corporation offers a competitive compensation package for the Senior Payroll Specialist role. The salary range is USD 56k - 82k per year. Apply through Clera to learn more about the full compensation details.

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As a Senior Payroll Specialist at Open Text Corporation, you will: the Payroll Specialist is responsible for the timely and accurate processing of payroll for Canadian entities and assisting with payroll system configurations and implementations. This role involves significant interaction with key stakeholders and requires strong problem-solving and process improvement skills..

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The Senior Payroll Specialist position at Open Text Corporation is based in Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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