Payroll Specialist

Are you known for your rigor, attention to detail, and your ability to easily navigate between numbers, employees, and payroll-related requirements? In this key payroll and benefits role, you will play a central part in the employee experience at FARO Creaform. You will ensure smooth and compliant payroll processing. If you enjoy having a big-picture view, collaborating with HR and finance, and evolving in a structured yet fast-changing environment, this position is for you.

At FARO Creaform, you will grow in a globally recognized technological environment where collaboration, trust, and expertise are at the core of our success.

Your future manager, Félix, has been with FARO Creaform for over 14 years. He is a true resource for the department, both in terms of expertise and team spirit.

Your benefits in this Payroll Specialist role in Lévis include:

• Group insurance (available from day 1!)


• A retirement savings plan (RRSP) (available from day 1!)


• Access to telemedicine


• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• An active social club


• Access to an on-site gym


• And much more!

Your responsibilities in this Payroll Specialist role include:

• Process bi-weekly payroll for a large number of employees


• Support the head office with bi-weekly payroll for U.S. employees


• Act as the point of contact for employees and government authorities regarding payroll and benefits-related questions


• Manage employee benefits (e.g., group insurance, RRSP, vacation banks, etc.)


• Assist with monthly financial close activities related to employee compensation


• Analyze, verify, and complete various year-end payroll and salary budget reports (T4 and RL-1 summaries, CNESST declaration, etc.)


• Stay up to date with payroll-related changes, government requirements, and legislation (e.g., rates, standards, COVID-related specifics, etc.)

What will help you succeed in this Payroll Specialist role:

• A college diploma in administration (business administration or office administration) or equivalent experience


• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in payroll management and administrative support


• Membership with the National Payroll Institute (NPI/ACP), an asset


• Knowledge of ADP, an asset


• Experience in payroll processing and benefits administration


• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)


• Good command of English (for communication with English-speaking colleagues)