Job Title: Senior Payroll and Benefits Specialist – Canada Location: Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Reports To: Corporate Controller Key Responsibilities Prepare and submit certified payroll reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with prevailing wage requirements; support ongoing process improvements. Support biweekly Canadian payroll processing, including data entry, validation, and reporting. Conduct regular audits of payroll data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and integrity. Ensure compliance with all applicable wage and hour legislation, tax regulations, union agreements, and company policies. Perform accurate calculation, deduction, and remittance of union dues in accordance with collective agreements and regulatory requirements. Assist Finance with the preparation of monthly journal entries related to payroll. Process biweekly payroll for hourly (union and non-union) and salaried employees. Perform biweekly payroll reconciliations and support monthly reporting requirements. Drive process improvements and automation initiatives, including optimizing vendor tools and streamlining timecard collection, review, and approval workflows with managers. Support the harmonization and standardization of payroll platforms and processes across entities. Prepare and complete year‑end reporting, T4s and T2200s. Provide support to employees regarding payroll, time and attendance, and benefits‑related inquiries. Provide timely ad‑hoc financial analysis and reports as required by senior leadership and other departments. What You Will Need Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Human Resources or Business Administration or equivalent. 4–7 years of experience in payroll and benefits management. Strong time management and prioritizing skills. Good customer service skills. Working knowledge of ADP (but not required). Must possess a strong work ethic and be a team player. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel. Multi‑provincial payroll experience required. Working knowledge of Canadian payroll tax and employment legislation. Ability to deal with difficult, sensitive and confidential information. Core Competencies Detail oriented. Minimal errors in time‑sensitive workflow. Excellent organizational, follow‑up, and communication skills. Ability to work independently on assigned tasks. Ability to work as a team. What We Offer Comprehensive Benefits Health, dental, vision plans, and health spending. Pension Plan with company matching. Short‑ and long‑term disability, life, and accidental insurance. 17 PTO days and 12 paid holidays. Work‑Life Balance Flexible scheduling for when life happens. Ongoing Training & Recognition Get up to speed quickly with our structured onboarding process. Access to online courses to keep your skills sharp and up to date. Learn from experienced colleagues and industry experts. Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion ASSA ABLOY fosters a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. We celebrate diversity and strive for equity in all aspects of our organization. #J-18808-Ljbffr