Payroll Specialist (Canada / US / Dayforce)

Location Onsite in Montvale – can 3 days onsite and 2 days remote (Thurs and Friday) Duration 6+ Months Must have Dayforce payroll knowledge. Must have Canada payroll knowledge. Must have US payroll knowledge. UK payroll knowledge is a plus. Job Summary (Summary of overall role responsibilities) The Payroll Specialist supports the Company’s third‑party payroll processing model by serving as a key internal resource for employees, managers, Finance, HR, and the external payroll provider. This role will support Canadian, U.S. and U.K. payroll activities while also assisting with related work, including preparing, reviewing, and validating payroll‑related information for submission to the payroll vendor; fielding and resolving employee payroll questions; supporting time and attendance activity; maintaining accurate payroll records; and assisting with reconciliations, reporting, compliance, and ad‑hoc payroll‑related work. The Payroll Specialist must have extensive experience with Dayforce, be highly detail‑oriented and service‑mindful, and be able to coordinate effectively across internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure payroll is accurate, timely, and well controlled. Required Skills High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree in business, HR, accounting, finance, or related field preferred. Dayforce payroll and/or timekeeping experience required. Prior payroll, HR, timekeeping, finance, accounting, or administrative support experience preferred. Experience supporting payroll activities in a multi‑state country or multi‑location environment preferred. Preferred experience supporting both Canadian and U.S. payroll, including familiarity with multi‑jurisdiction payroll processes, payroll calendars, taxes, deductions, timekeeping, and employee payroll inquiries. Experience working with or supporting a third‑party payroll provider or managed payroll service preferred. Strong customer service skills with the ability to respond to employee and manager questions in a timely, accurate, confidential, and professional manner. High attention to detail, strong follow‑up skills, and ability to organize information accurately for payroll review and processing. Ability to manage recurring deadlines, prioritize tasks, and support payroll activities in a fast‑paced environment. Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with employees, managers, HR, Finance, Accounting, field locations, and external payroll partners. Basic understanding of payroll processes, timekeeping, earnings, deductions, benefits deductions, payroll calendars, and employee payroll records. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word. Ability to handle confidential employee and payroll information with discretion, accuracy, and sound judgment. #J-18808-Ljbffr KPG99 INC