Payroll Advisor - Corporate Head Office

Job Title: Payroll Advisor

Location: Cambridge Head Office

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Work Arrangement: Hybrid (On-site & Remote Flexibility)

Overview:

We are looking for a meticulous and customer-focused Payroll Advisor to join our dynamic team at our Cambridge Head Office. In this role, you will be a key point of contact for payroll-related queries and play an essential part in ensuring the accuracy and compliance of payroll processing across the organization. Your expertise in payroll operations, auditing, and regulatory compliance will help maintain the integrity of our payroll system while delivering excellent service to internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the first point of contact for payroll inquiries from employees and site managers, providing timely and accurate support.
• Process union remittances and ensure all submissions are compliant and accurate.
• Conduct audits for all new hires, terminations, and payroll setups to ensure data integrity and alignment with organizational policies.
• Perform daily reviews and audits of employee timesheets to identify discrepancies and ensure accurate payroll processing.
• Administer payroll elections, including auditing setups are compliant and accurate.
• Review and verify off-cycle payroll and quick entry requests to ensure all submissions are justified and processed in accordance with policy.
• Collaborate with team members to provide cross-functional payroll support and maintain coverage during absences, such as vacations or sick leaves.
• Handle banking functions related to payroll, including the resolution of payment rejections, stop payments, and direct deposit issues.
• Assist with ad hoc reporting, payroll-related projects, and continuous improvement initiatives as needed.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of payroll legislation, tax changes, and government reporting requirements.

Qualifications:

• 2–3 years of full-cycle payroll experience in a fast-paced environment is required.
• PCP Designation (Payroll Compliance Practitioner) is preferred; candidates in progress will be considered.
• Experience with Ceridian Dayforce is highly desirable, including system implementation or managed payroll environments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, including pivot tables and formulas; comfort with large data sets.
• Solid understanding of current payroll laws, standards, and government reporting requirements.
• Familiarity with multiple payroll systems (e.g., Dayforce, Kronos, ADP) is a strong asset.
• Excellent communication skills—both written and verbal—with the ability to interact professionally and diplomatically with all levels of staff and management.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills; attention to detail is critical.
• Proven ability to work independently, perform effectively under pressure and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Human Resources, or a related field is preferred.
• Willingness to work extended hours during peak periods (e.g., year-end) as needed.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Flexible hybrid work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• A supportive, collaborative, and inclusive work culture.
• Access to ongoing training, resources, and tools to help you thrive.

Southbridge’s mission is to operate a best-in-class portfolio of care homes and retirement communities that consistently deliver excellence in care and services in an economically sustainable manner.  

We would like to thank all applicants for your interest in working as part of our team! Only those applicants selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted.  

Southbridge welcomes those applicants with disability-related needs and those whom a need for accommodation in the recruitment process. Please provide notice of your need for accommodation to the hiring manager upon scheduling of an interview.  

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