Accountant and Payroll Administrator

Job Responsibility:

At Stride, we proudly partner with foundations and not-for-profit organisations to raise critical funds through professionally managed lottery programs. Our work helps generate millions of dollars annually in support of life-changing healthcare initiatives, groundbreaking research, and essential community services across Canada. By combining strategic insight, operational excellence, and a deep commitment to our clients' missions, we help deliver high-impact results that make a real difference in the lives of Canadians.

About the Role

This role will be responsible for supporting general accounting functions including payroll processing, benefits administration, and maintaining accurate employee records in our HR systems. The ideal candidate will have strong accounting knowledge, payroll experience, discretion and a keen eye for accuracy and compliance.

Your Day-to-Day:

• Support daily accounting operations, including AP/AR, reconciliations, and journal entries.

• Reconcile bank, credit card, and daily ticket sales.

• Process biweekly payroll, maintain employee records, and ensure accurate deductions, remittances, and compliance with relevant legislation.

• Prepare ROEs, T4S, and manage payroll-related queries and discrepancies.

• Administer employee benefits, including enrolments, changes, terminations, and liaise with providers as needed.

• Maintain HR and payroll systems, ensuring accuracy in employee data and employment changes (hiring, promotions, terminations, etc.).

• Ensure compliance with record-keeping and company policies; generate reports for management and finance teams.

What You'll Bring to the Role:

• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in accounting, payroll administration, and employee record management.
• PCP (Payroll Compliance Practitioner) certification is an asset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, payroll software, HRIS systems, and accounting software
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high accuracy in data entry.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with employees and external partners.
• Strong ethics and ability to handle sensitive financial and employee information.

Find Your Freedom at Stride:

At Stride, we're all about ensuring our team thrives as a valued member, look forward to:

• Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion across the employee career journey,
• An Employee Assistance Program where you can access counselling and coaching sessions,
• Focus on talent management, including career and skills development,
• Health & Wellbeing activities,

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