Payroll Tax Specialist- North America and Canada
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What we know
Is it still open?
Confirmed still open
Last checked 1d ago — checked against the employer's own applicant tracking system, which is the company answering directly.
We re-read the employer's own applicant tracking system and the posting was still there. That is the company answering directly.
How old is it?
Posted 7d ago
The date the source published, not the day we noticed it (2026-09-25). Last seen at its source 1h ago.
We have tracked this listing since 25 Sep 2026 (6 days). The employer's own board has carried it every time we have read it, most recently 1 hour ago.
Is it remote?
The listing says yes
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Who may apply?
Not stated
The description states no restriction of its own. This is the source's own tag.
Pay
CA$72.2k–120.4k/yr
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Carried by 1 source
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workday employer's own board first seen 6d ago · last seen 1h ago
The listing
We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Tax Specialist to serve as a subject matter expert on employment tax compliance for the US and Canada. In this role, you'll resolve tax notices, manage registrations and exceptions, process tax adjustments (including W2c and T4 amendments), and handle high-volume employee inquiries — all while ensuring compliance with federal, state, provincial, and local regulations.
If you love numbers, reconciliation, and have a passion for payroll and tax, this role offers a great opportunity to make an impact.Job Description
Key Responsibilities
• Research, investigate, and resolve US and Canada federal, state/provincial, and local payroll tax notices
• Track issues through to resolution and maintain documentation to support audits
• Process payroll tax adjustments, W2c corrections, and T4 amendments accurately and on time
• Ensure accurate tax treatment for employees across multiple states/provinces
• Manage new tax jurisdiction and entity registrations in Smart Compliance
• Resolve system exceptions and validate tax setups to ensure accurate processing
• Support quarter-end and year-end payroll tax activities, including W-2/T4 preparation, reconciliations, filings, and validation
• Manage and resolve high-volume employee tax/payroll inquiries, delivering excellent customer service
• Support employment tax audits, including documentation and timely responses
• Identify and recommend process improvements to reduce risk and increase efficiency
• Maintain flexibility to support peak periods (quarter-end, year-end) and special projects
Required Qualifications
• 3-5 years of hands-on experience in employment/payroll tax for both the USA and Canada
• Well-versed in Workday and ADP Smart Compliance, including managing tax registrations and resolving exceptions
• Hands-on experience with quarter-end and year-end payroll tax processes, including filings, reconciliations, and reporting
• Experience processing payroll tax adjustments, W2c corrections, and T4 amendments
• Proven ability to manage high-volume employee ticket/inquiry resolution with strong customer service orientation
• Fluent English — strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to organize and interpret payroll/tax data
• Assist with workers compensation, audits, liaising with CRA and MRQ as well as experience running year end.
Desired Characteristics
• Familiarity with Executive Compensation Payroll and Tax Reporting
• Self-starter who can manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and shifting regulatory requirements
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Team player who contributes to a positive, collaborative work environment
Education/Certification: Accounting background preferred; FPC or PCP certification desirable
For candidates applying to a Canadian-based position, the pay range for this position is between $72,200.00 and $120,400.00 CAD. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.
Bonus eligibility: 5% annual bonus potential
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Relocation Assistance Provided: No