Payroll Technician, Senior Associate

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, inclusive culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM.

The firm is seeking a Payroll Technician to join our Emerging and Small Business team within our outsourced consulting practice. We are seeking a self-motivated, professional and responsible individual to focus on payroll processes and procedures for small to mid-sized businesses. This position is responsible for client payroll functions as well as administration necessary to support the success of the service line and the clients. This is a critical role where you can truly make a difference in the success of the client and our team.

Responsibilities Include:

• Process payroll for multiple client entities, including data entry, time and attendance, new hires, terminations and employee changes
• Calculate and verify gross-to-net pay, statutory deductions, benefits, garnishments and vacation pay
• Prepare and remit source deductions (CPP, EI and income tax) and other statutory remittances on time
• Prepare T4s, Records of Employment and other year-end slips
• Prepare payroll reports and journal entries, and coordinate payroll processing reports with internal or external accounting teams
• Respond to client and employee payroll inquiries, and resolve discrepancies in a timely and professional manner
• Maintain accurate, confidential client payroll records and documentation in line with firm procedures
• Escalate complex payroll or compliance issues to senior team members and support team members with payroll processing as needed
• Conduct research and prepare data, reports and presentations, as required

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years payroll and account reconciliations experience
• National Payroll Institute Payroll Certification (PCP) or enrolled and working toward PCP certification

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preference for US payroll certification (e.g. FPC)
• Knowledge of Quebec payroll would be considered an asset
• Certification in Bookkeeping and Accounting or equivalent recommended.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office and other accounting programs preferred.
• Strong knowledge of various payroll platforms.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmcanada.com/careers/life-at-rsm/rewards-and-benefits.html.

We believe flexibility and in-person connection both play an important role in how we work and grow. Most roles at RSM follow a hybrid workstyle, which means team members are aligned to an RSM office and come together in person when it best supports clients, teams, development or relationship-building. Some roles may be virtual or primarily on-site based on role requirements, team priorities and client needs.

RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; colour; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender (including gender identity and/or gender expression); sexual orientation; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the Canadian uniformed service; Canadian Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable provincial employment legislation.

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at [email protected].

At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Compensation Range: $68,000 - $117,200

Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.