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Job Summary
Allied is a leading owner-operator of distinctive urban workspace in Canadas major cities. Our work is grounded in a clear purpose: to provide knowledge-based organizations with distinctive urban environments that support creativityconnectivityand human wellness.
Our vision is more expansive. Weseekto make a continuous contribution to cities and culture that elevates and inspires the humanity in all of informs how weoperate how wedesignand how welead.
Real estate for usis not a passive investment. Itis a profoundly human endeavourone that must promote wellness sustainabilitydiversityand creativitytoday and for generations to come.
Allied is also a place to build a career of consequence. If you are looking for work that is thoughtfultangibleand enduringwork that contributes meaningfully to cities and the people who inhabit themyou will find purpose here.
For more information onAlliedsapproach to city-building visit ourInsightspage.
Manage the full payroll process for all of Allieds employees across Canada.As a Senior Payroll Specialist you will process review audit and reconcile bi-weekly payroll for more than 300 employees across Alberta British Columbia Ontario and Quebec using ADP Workforce Now (WFN) ensuring accuracy confidentiality and compliance with applicable federal and provincial legislation.
Reporting to the Director People you provide guidance on payroll legislation taxation benefits administration retirement savings plans and payroll best practices. You are highly motivated detail-oriented trustworthy and discreet with exceptional customer service analytical and problem-solving skills. You understand the importance of deadlines and take ownership of delivering accurate payroll and ensuring that employees are paid correctly and on time.
Payroll
- Process review audit and reconcile bi-weekly payroll for employees across Alberta British Columbia Ontario and Quebec using ADP Workforce Now (WFN) ensuring accuracy confidentiality and compliance with federal and provincial legislation.
- Ensure payroll benefits retirement plan taxable benefits and accounting transactions are processed accurately and within established deadlines.
- Manage all payroll-related government remittances and filings including source deductions EHT CNESST WSIB WorkSafeBC and other provincial payroll obligations.
- Prepare reconcile and submit monthly quarterly and annual payroll reporting requirements ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.
- Lead year-end payroll activities including preparation balancing and distribution of T4s Relevé 1s T4As and other statutory reporting documents.
- Serve as the organizations payroll subject matter expert providing guidance on payroll legislation taxation retirement savings plan benefits administration and payroll best practices.
- Conduct payroll audits and reconciliations to ensure data integrity identify discrepancies and implement corrective actions as required.
- Administer and reconcile employee taxable benefits earnings deductions garnishments pension contributions and group benefit programs.
- Manage monthly and quarterly workers compensation reporting reconciliations and accounting entries for all applicable jurisdictions.
- Prepare review and reconcile payroll journal entries ensuring accuracy compliance and alignment between payroll and ADP WFN general ledger accounts.
- Partner with Human Resources Finance Benefits providers and external payroll vendors to support employee lifecycle transactions system updates and compliance initiatives.
- Lead payroll system enhancements testing and configuration changes within ADP Workforce Now and related systems.
- Analyze payroll processes and recommend improvements to increase efficiency strengthen controls enhance compliance and improve the employee experience.
- Develop maintain and update payroll procedures controls and policy documentation to ensure consistency and operational excellence.
- Generate analyze and distribute regular and ad hoc payroll workforce and compliance reports to support business decision-making.
- Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation reconciliations and responding to audit inquiries.
- Act as an ambassador of Allieds culture and values fostering a positive employee experience and maintaining the highest standards of professionalism confidentiality and integrity.
- This is an individual contributor role with no direct reports.
Benefits
- Serve as the primary subject matter expert for all group benefits and retirement savings programs providing guidance to employees leaders and internal stakeholders on plan provisions eligibility enrollments and regulatory requirements.
- Administer and maintain employee group benefit and retirement programs ensuring accurate and timely enrollment changes and terminations.
- Reconcile monthly benefits and retirement plan invoices investigate discrepancies and ensure accurate accounting payroll taxable benefits and remittances.
- Process and audit bi-weekly RRSP and other retirement savings contribution files ensuring accuracy timeliness and compliance with plan requirements.
- Support annual benefits and retirement plan activities including plan renewals audits employee communications regulatory reporting and vendor governance.
- Identify opportunities to improve benefits and retirement administration processes controls reporting and employee experience through continuous improvement initiatives.
Must have:
- Minimum 5-10 years of progressive payroll experience including end-to-end processing of multi-provincial payrolls across Canada.
- Certified Payroll Manager (CPM) designation through the National Payroll Institute or actively pursuing certification.
- Extensive knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation employment standards taxation statutory remittances and year-end reporting requirements including Quebec payroll regulations.
- Strong experience administering employee benefits retirement savings plans (RRSP/DPSP) taxable benefits garnishments and leave programs.
- Advanced knowledge of payroll systems preferably ADP Workforce Now (WFN) including payroll processing reporting and system configuration.
- Experience preparing and reconciling payroll-related journal entries general ledger accounts government remittances and payroll account reconciliations.
- Proven ability to manage year-end payroll activities including T4s Relevé 1s T4As and government reporting requirements.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify discrepancies conduct audits and implement process improvements.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive employee and organizational information.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel including data analysis reconciliation reporting and audit functions.
Would be an asset:
- Bilingual (French and English).
- Prior experience in real estate property management or a multi-location corporate environment is an asset.
Allieddeterminesindividual compensationby work location and other factors including relevant experienceeducationand internal equity.
Note: The listed salary range does not reflect total compensation and rewards. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
This role is a current vacancy on the Allied team.
At Allied total rewards are designed with the same perspective that shapes ouroperations. They are intended to support sustained contributioncreativityand a genuine sense of ownership in the work we do.
In practice this includes:
Shared financial success and an ownership mindset
Eligible employees participate in performance-based bonus programs and a retirement savings program with the option to invest in traditional funds or Allied units. This approach aligns individual effort with Allieds long-term performance and reinforces a sense of ownership at every level of the organization.
Intentional presence and time off
In addition to vacation employees receive six personal days and half-daysbefore statutory holidays. Allied supports flexibility whilemaintaininga strongin-personculture. This reflectshow we collaborate most effectively and how weoperateas a business.
Healthwellbeingand support
Comprehensive company-paidhealth benefits include vision and dental coverage along with a healthcare spending account. An employeeassistanceprogram is available to provide confidential support when it is needed.
Growth through leadership and exposure
Allied believes in leadership at every level. Employees are encouraged to contribute beyond the boundaries of their role collaborate acrossdisciplinesand develop a broad understanding of the business. For those drawn to real estate this includes uncommon exposure to how buildings organizations and cities evolve through hands-on experience and shared responsibility.
Professional development grounded in practice
Learning at Allied is both formal and experiential. Ongoing professional development and a mentorship program support growth through structured learning and day-to-day engagement with experienced colleagues across the organization.
Purpose and connection beyond work
Each year employees are provided with a paid volunteer day to contribute time and effort to a cause that is personally meaningful to themreflecting our belief that contribution extends beyond the workplace.
If you are motivated by the role real estate plays in shaping cities and cultureand want your work to contribute to that effortwe encourage you to apply.
Moreinsight into life at Allied including ourESG and EDIinitiatives canbe found inourannual ESG report.
*Temporary or contract roles may not qualify for all the benefits listed and some roles may follow a modified total rewards will confirmwhat benefits you qualify for during the recruitment process.
We value human connection and experience. WhileAllied uses technology including AI-enabled tools to support administrative efficiency all screening assessment and hiring decisions are made by people.
We arecommitted to hiring the most qualified candidates with a dedication towards supporting diversityequityand inclusion across our organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender ethnicity origin sexual orientationdisabilityand socioeconomic background. Diverse perspectives strengthen our organization and help us deliver better outcomes for our tenantspartnersand communities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
We strive to provide an accessible recruitment experience and welcomereasonableaccommodation requests at any stage of therecruitmentprocess. Please reach out toemailprotectedif support is needed.
We look forward to receiving your application.
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About Company
Allied Properties REIT is a leading owner and developer of urban office space that enhances profitability for business tenants operating in Canada.
