Senior Payroll Specialist

What you'll do:

What you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of Canadian payroll experience, including full-cycle processing and year-end.
• Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP), or Payroll Leadership Professional (PLP) or Certified Payroll Manager (CPM) designation preferred.
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidential and highly sensitive information.
• Advanced Excel and Google Workspace skills.
• Ability to multitask on multiple projects at any given time.
• US payroll exposure and project management experience are a plus.

Compensation Range:

Additionally:

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of Canadian payroll experience, including full-cycle processing and year-end.
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidential and highly sensitive information.
• Advanced Excel and Google Workspace skills.
• Ability to multitask on multiple projects at any given time.
• Additional information
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field or equivalent
• The salary range for this role is between $95 000 and $105 000 [CAD]. Fullscript shares salary ranges to support transparency and help candidates make informed decisions. The range shown reflects base salary only. Additional incentives, perks, and benefits may be available as part of Fullscript’s total rewards package.
• Final base salary depends on experience, skills, and location. We review pay regularly to stay aligned with market data and internal equity. Benefits and total rewards may vary by region.
• ⬦ Flexible PTO & competitive pay – Because work-life balance matters.
• ⬦ RRSP/401k match – Invest in your future.
• ⬦ Premium benefits package – Customizable coverage, paramedical services, and HSA.
• ⬦ Fullscript discounts – Save on high-quality wellness products.
• ⬦ Continuous learning opportunities – Training budgets and company-wide initiatives.
• ⬦ Hybrid & remote work flexibility – Your office, your way.
• Why Fullscript Great work happens when people feel supported, trusted, and inspired. At Fullscript, we stay curious and keep finding smarter ways to make care better. We grow together, take on new challenges, and focus on impact. We put people first, work as a team, and leave egos at the door. What to Know Before You Apply We’re grateful for the interest in joining Fullscript. To make sure your application reaches our hiring team, please apply directly through our careers page.
• A quick note: Due to the high volume of applications, we’re not able to respond to phone or email inquiries about application status. If there’s a match, our team will reach out directly. Fullscript is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Accommodations are available upon request at [email protected]. All offers are contingent on successful background checks conducted in compliance with federal, state, and provincial laws. We use AI tools to support parts of the hiring process, including screening and reviewing responses. Final hiring decisions are always made by people and follow all applicable privacy and employment laws in Canada and the U.S. Learn More www.fullscript.com @fullscriptHQ on instagram Let’s make healthcare whole

Preferred Qualifications

• Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP), or Payroll Leadership Professional (PLP) or Certified Payroll Manager (CPM) designation preferred.
• US payroll exposure and project management experience are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll in ADP Workforce Now for Canadian employees; including timecard review, off-cycle calculations, deductions, taxable benefits and paid leave.
• Ensure compliance with federal and provincial payroll legislation, employment standards and CRA requirements.
• Respond to employee and manager inquiries regarding payroll-related questions
• Prepare reporting to fund benefit-related deductions from employee’s pay - RRSP, HSA and various tax entities
• Maintenance and creation of various employee time off policies in the timekeeping system
• Create payroll journal entries for posting in NetSuite(ERP), including regular payroll, month end, and other adjustments
• Responsible for end of year payroll transactions-T4s, T4As and amendments, plus required federal and provincial filings.
• Required to meet deadlines on multiple projects that may occur at the same time
• Other duties as assigned that are consistent with the general requirements and qualifications of the position
• Own payroll liability and GL reconciliations, and resolve variances before month-end close.
• Maintain and test payroll controls, and support external audits.
• Identify and lead process improvements and automation in ADP and NetSuite.
• Act as the technical go-to for complex issues like multi-state tax registration, garnishments, ROEs, and CPP/EI corrections.
• Manage provincial workers’ compensation reporting and payments (e.g., WorkSafeBC) and employer health tax filings.