Payroll Practitioner

Canada's National Ballet School•Toronto, ON

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Canada’s National Ballet School (NBS) is seeking a full-time, permanent Payroll Practitioner to join their dynamic team. NBS is a leading arts and education institution with over 300 employees, dedicated to excellence in dance training, community programming, and health initiatives. They foster a collaborative, creative, and inclusive environment focused on continuous growth.

Requirements

An innovative, forward-thinking mindset with a desire to improve and evolve processes.
Post-secondary education in Business, Accounting, Human Resources, or a related field.
2-4 years of hands-on payroll experience using a payroll system (ADP WFN or UKG preferred).
1-2 years of experience in Accounting, including accounts receivable and revenue functions.
Strong Excel skills, including building complex spreadsheets and pivot tables.
Familiarity with charitable tax receipting, not-for-profit fundraising, and CRA guidelines.
A knack for staying organized, prioritizing effectively, and meeting tight deadlines.
Sharp attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
A high level of discretion when handling confidential information.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to connect with staff, donors, families, and external contacts.
A team player who can also work independently and take initiative.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Nice To Haves

A Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP), or CHRP (or working towards).
Experience with Raiser’s Edge (Blackbaud).

Responsibilities

Accurately process bi-weekly payroll, update records (timesheets, benefits, deductions), and issue ROEs.
Prepare and submit payroll filings (T4s, WSIB, EHT, pensions, etc.) and stay updated on relevant legislation.
Reconcile payroll and pension accounts, prepare journal entries and accruals, and support month-end, year-end, audits, budgeting, and forecasting.
Record, process, and reconcile various donation types and process tax receipts in collaboration with the Fundraising department.
Lead system updates, drive process improvements, and support projects to enhance payroll efficiency.
Answer payroll-related questions, provide training, partner with HR on benefits and time-off tracking, and collaborate with Accounts Payable.
Support compensation cycles, track employee eligibility (vacation, pension, benefits), assist with HR system updates, and maintain confidentiality.

Benefits

Health & Wellness Benefits: Dental, Health, Paramedical, Short & Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program
Standard 35-hour work week
Employer-matched Defined Contribution Pension Plan
Paid vacation time starting at 4 weeks
Commitment to work-life balance
Professional development opportunities
Discounted rates for NBS Adult Ballet Classes
Employee discount at The Shoe Room, our dance retail store
Subsidized lunch, beverages and snacks at our on-site café
Collaborative and inclusive work environment: Join our EDI Committee or Social Committee and participate in monthly employee events!