Payroll Administrator

PAYROLL ADMINISTRATOR

Compensation: Starting salary of $52,000 - $73,000 per year, based on qualifications and experience.

Vacancy Status: This posting is for an active, existing vacancy.

Application Deadline: July 24, 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and we encourage interested candidates to apply early through the A+M website.

Young Associates (a division of Adams + Miles) is a financial services firm providing payroll, bookkeeping, business management, training, and consulting services primarily to arts and charitable organizations. Since 1993, we have partnered with organizations across Canada to provide accurate financial information, strong administrative processes, and practical support that helps them achieve their goals.

Position Overview

The Payroll Administrator provides accurate, timely, and compliant payroll services to a portfolio of clients, including payroll processing, reconciliations, benefits administration, compliance activities, and client support. This position is part of a collaborative payroll and bookkeeping team and may include bookkeeping and other client service activities based on business needs and professional development goals.

Responsibilities

Payroll Administration

• Process payroll for assigned clients, including new hires, terminations, payroll changes, taxable benefits, deductions, bonuses, retroactive pay adjustments, and ROEs


• Complete payroll reconciliations, reporting, and year-end processing


• Administer benefits, pension, and WSIB/WCB programs

Client Service

• Respond to client payroll inquiries


• Collaborate with clients and team members to ensure timely service delivery


• Support bookkeeping and other client service activities as required

Bookkeeping and Administrative Support

• Assist with bookkeeping and related client service activities as required


• Support account reconciliations and financial record keeping


• Collaborate with bookkeeping team members to support client service delivery

Compliance

• Ensure compliance with payroll legislation and reporting requirements


• Maintain confidentiality of employee and client information

Qualifications + Experience

• Payroll administration experience


• Working knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation


• Experience with payroll systems like Wagepoint, Humi, Dayforce, ADP, or similar


• Intermediate Excel skills (formulas, lookups, and pivot tables)


• Strong written and verbal communication skills


• PCP designation is required


• Bookkeeping experience or accounting education is considered an asset

Why Join Us?

• Competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for growth


• Flexible remote and hybrid work options


• Meaningful work supporting charities, arts organizations, and mission-driven clients


• Professional development and continuing education opportunities


• Collaborative and supportive team environment

Artificial intelligence tools are not used at any stage of our screening or selection process.

Our organization is committed to fair, inclusive, and accessible hiring practices. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request at any stage of the recruitment, assessment, and selection process. If you require an accommodation, please contact [email protected] or 416-923-8557 x702, and we will work with you to meet your needs.