Payroll Specialist (HR Systems)
One Model
Accounting & Finance, People & HR
Aurora, ON, Canada
Our client in the automotive manufacturing sector is seeking a Payroll Support Specialist, HR Systems to join their growing HRIS and Payroll Systems team.
This role will support Payroll and HR operations across Canadian and U.S. business units, with a primary focus on Dayforce Payroll and Time & Attendance modules.
Location: Hybrid Aurora
Responsibilities
- Provide advanced support and configuration for payroll and timekeeping systems
- Maintain and enhance Dayforce Payroll and Time & Attendance configurations
- Support payroll operations and employee data processes across multiple jurisdictions
- Troubleshoot and resolve payroll and HRIS-related issues
- Conduct root cause analysis and collaborate with HR, Payroll, Finance, and IT teams
- Design and maintain payroll configuration rules, calculations, earnings, and deductions
- Ensure payroll system compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements
- Support payroll structure changes, implementations, and legislative updates
- Configure and maintain payroll-to-general ledger mappings and financial integrations
- Support payroll reconciliation, reporting, and audit requirements
- Maintain system documentation, process guides, and configuration records
- Participate in system upgrades, testing, enhancements, and continuous improvement initiatives
Requirements
- 3–5 years of experience in payroll, HR systems, or HRIS support roles
- Strong knowledge of payroll processes, employee lifecycle data, and timekeeping operations
- Experience supporting or configuring HRIS/payroll systems; Dayforce experience preferred
- Knowledge of payroll legislation and compliance practices across Canadian and/or U.S. jurisdictions
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
- Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Technology, or related field
Nice to Have
- Experience with Dayforce Payroll and Time & Attendance modules
- Exposure to payroll GL integrations and financial mapping
- Experience supporting HRIS implementations or enhancements
- Understanding of HR operations and employee data management best practices