Resume Objective
Precise and compliance-focused Payroll Specialist with experience processing full-cycle payroll, managing deductions and ensuring timely, accurate pay for large employee populations. Seeking a payroll role where expertise in Canadian payroll legislation and HRIS systems ensures compliance and employee satisfaction.
Key Skills to Highlight
- Full-cycle payroll processing (ADP, Ceridian, Dayforce)
- Canadian payroll legislation (CPP, EI, income tax)
- ROE preparation and year-end T4 processing
- Benefits deduction and garnishment administration
- Payroll reconciliation and audit support
- HRIS data management and reporting
- CRA and provincial compliance
Sample Work Experience Bullets
- Processed bi-weekly payroll for 300–1,000+ employees, ensuring accuracy and on-time delivery
- Administered payroll deductions including benefits, garnishments and union dues
- Prepared Records of Employment and year-end T4 slips
- Reconciled payroll accounts and supported external and internal audits
- Interpreted and applied Ontario and federal payroll legislation to resolve complex cases
Education
Post-secondary diploma in Payroll Administration, Accounting or Business required
Relevant Certifications
- Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP)
- Payroll Leadership Professional (PLP)
How to Use This Sample
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