Job Location: Ontario

IS2 Workforce Solutions is looking for a Payroll & Accounts Specialist in Thornhill.

Job Summary

The Payroll & Accounts Specialist is responsible for processing bi‑weekly payroll accurately and on time, while handling specific accounting and administrative tasks. You’ll ensure compliance with federal, provincial, and local regulations, maintain confidentiality, and support intercompany transactions, invoicing, and accounting system reconciliation.

Key Responsibilities

• Process bi‑weekly payroll for both hourly and salaried staff, including regular pay, overtime, vacation, sick leave, and other accruals.
• Enter and manage payroll data, such as new hirings, terminations, compensation changes, and deductions.
• Ensure compliance with Canadian payroll regulations, Employment Standards, and tax legislation (EI, CPP, WSIB, etc.)
• Generate and submit statutory filings and year‑end forms (T4, T4A, ROEs).
• Manage intercompany transactions and issue invoices to major clients.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and support monthly bank reconciliations via QuickBooks.
• Conduct regular audits of payroll and accounting data, fix discrepancies, and make journal entries.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries and support payroll system upgrades or improvements.
• Maintain secure and accurate payroll records, protecting sensitive information.

Qualifications & Skills

• Post‑secondary diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 2+ years of direct payroll and accounts experience; preference for candidates with manufacturing, unionized, or project‑based background.
• Strong understanding of federal and provincial payroll regulations and Canadian payroll legislation.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks and advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, V‑lookup).
• Excellent attention to detail, data analysis, and organizational skills.
• Clear communication and interpersonal abilities for working with staff, management, and external partners.
• Discreet and professional when handling confidential payroll and financial data.

Employment Details

• Position Type: Full‑time, Permanent
• Location: In‑person
• Start Date: July 28, 2025
• Salary: $60,000 per year
• Languages Required: Cantonese and/or Mandarin
• Benefits: Extended health care, on‑site parking, paid time off

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Join a supportive finance team in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Play a pivotal role in key financial processes, from payroll to intercompany invoicing.
• Grow your career with opportunities to improve payroll systems, gain cross‑training in accounting, and support year‑end processes.

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We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Office Administrator/Bookkeeper to join our team at our customer site located in Markham.This is a hands-on, in-person role that plays a key part in ensuring the smooth operation of both the financial and administrative functions.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience in accounting, office administration, or a related field, with a solid understanding of day-to-day financial processes and general office support. This position is well-suited for someone who enjoys working in a collaborative environment, takes the initiative, and thrives in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities:  

• Process vendor invoices, prepare payments (cheques, EFT/ACH, wires), reconcile vendor statements.
• Monitor outstanding payments, prepare aging reports, and follow up with clients.
• Balance bank accounts, credit cards, and petty cash. Resolve discrepancies and support accurate financial records.
• Prepare client invoices and ensure proper documentation for audits and reporting.
• Manage purchase orders, vendor coordination, and procurement documentation.
• Welcome visitors, answer phone calls, and assist with scheduling and meeting room bookings.
• Filing, data entry, and coordinating maintenance for office equipment.
• Coordinate meeting room bookings and support internal scheduling

Qualifications:  

• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in accounting or office administration
• Proficient in QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Fluent in English (required); Mandarin and/or Cantonese (preferred)
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment 

Pay: $50,000.00-$60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off Language:
• English (required) 
• Chinese – Cantonese and/or Mandarin (preferrable)

Work Location: In person

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