Payroll - Senior Payroll Specialist

About the Opportunity Full-Cycle & International Payroll Process and manage full-cycle payroll for Canadian and international employees Coordinate UK payroll with third-party payroll providers Ensure compliance with applicable statutory and reporting requirements Manage international payroll considerations and reporting deadlines Manage RRSP, taxable benefits, and other payroll deductions Administer LTIP-related payroll activities Process benefits-related taxable amounts through payroll Reconciliation & Reporting Prepare quarterly payroll reports for management and Finance Reconcile payroll accounts and investigate discrepancies Partner with Finance during month-end close Compliance & Employee Support Maintain payroll records for audits and internal controls Respond to employee questions regarding compensation, deductions, and taxes Remain current on payroll legislation across applicable jurisdictions Support payroll and HRIS testing, upgrades, and process improvements Complete year-end payroll activities including T4s, W-2s, and UK reporting Support internal and external payroll audits Complete ad hoc analysis and payroll projects 5+ years of payroll experience

• International payroll exposure
• Experience in a senior or supervisory-level payroll capacity preferred
• Strong knowledge of Canadian and UK payroll legislation and taxation requirements
• Strong payroll systems knowledge
• Bachelor's degree/certificate in Accounting, Finance, Business, Human Resources, or related discipline

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. For residents of Ontario, Canada: Based on Highspring’s discussions with its Client, Highspring’s understanding is that this position for employment is a current vacancy (either through Highspring as a contractor or with the client directly). Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco by Highspring”) respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here . Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here . Residents of all other states may access our policies here . Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here . Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here . the individual’s skill sets, experience and training; office location and other geographic considerations; With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.