Payroll Specialist - Ceridian Dayforce

Payroll Specialist (on-site) - Ceridian Dayforce

An experienced professional Payroll Specialist is required immediately to process employee and broker payroll for Cardinal Couriers LTD.  As a federally-regulated organization with multiple companies and operations in ON and QC, this position is responsible for all payroll-related tasks including year-end processing, reconciliations, remittances, reporting, etc. 

About the employee payroll

• Processed using Ceridian Dayforce
• Approximately 350 employees in total, ON and QC
• Six (6) bi-weekly payrolls and one (1) monthly payroll
• Six (6) federally-regulated and one (1) provincially-regulated companies
• Hourly and salary; mainly non-union, with one small union (approx 25 employees)
• Benefits with employee deductions
• RRSP and TFSA - only employee deductions
• All processing and related tasks, including year-end

Broker payroll

• Currently processed by finance; will transition back to this position
• Create invoices for freight brokers; approximately 80 total
• Incorporate charges back for fuel and other charges
• Created in excel

Qualifications

Minimum of five (5) years of experience processing payroll and year-end using Ceridian Dayforce, including HRIS modules within Dayforce.

• Payroll experience to include:
  • Must have experience processing payroll using Ceridian Dayforce, including time and attendance; experience with other modules is an asset
  • ON & QC
  • Federally-regulated (preferred, but not mandatory)
  • All aspects of payroll and year-end processing
  • Hourly and salary
  • Union preferred but not mandatory
  • Transportation industry experience preferred

Other Skills and Qualifications

• Highly proficient in excel, including pivot tables, v-look-up, etc
• PCP designation
• Education in computer-related degree/diploma is an asset
• Strong communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills, with service-related disposition
• Unwavering commitment to processing payroll accurately and on-time
• Responsible and professional; works well both independently and with a team
• Ability and willingness to work on extra projects
• Highly organized, with strong time-management skills

Reporting

As part of the HR team, this position reports into the Director of Human Resources. 

Location

This position works out of Cardinal's head office, located at 6600 Goreway Drive, Unit D in Mississauga (close to the airport; Derry Rd & Goreway Drive). This position is 100% in the office.

Why Join Cardinal Couriers? Cardinal Couriers is a leading Canadian-owned shipping company, operating since 1978 with a family feel. Specializing in early morning delivery service, we ensure our customers receive their goods before 8:00 am using a vault system and key access. Serving various industries across Ontario and Quebec, including automotive, construction, agriculture, marine, and industrial sectors, we recognize that our strength lies in our people. We are committed to providing a safe, healthy, and enthusiastic team environment where each employee can grow personally and professionally.

Why Pursue a Career in the Transportation Industry? The Canadian trucking industry is a significant contributor to the country's economy, with an estimated 400,000 employees and over 50,000 businesses. In 2021, the industry generated approximately $40 billion in revenue, accounting for 70% of Canada's domestic freight transportation. The industry is expected to grow at a compound annual rate of 3.2% from 2021 to 2026, making it a vital part of the country's supply chain.

Equity Statement

Cardinal is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and committed to creating an inclusive environment. We believe that diverse and inclusive teams empower us to make better decisions and inspire innovation so that we can better serve our customers and community. We welcome applications from members of all equity deserving groups. Should you require accommodation in relation to the recruitment process, please notify us by emailing [email protected] and we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs.

Cardinal is committed to providing a respectful, accessible, and inclusive environment for all persons with disabilities. We continuously look for ways to build a culture that is welcoming to all and embodies the principles of inclusion and equal opportunity.