Payroll Specialist (Canada)

WK Kellogg•Mississauga, ON

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

At WK Kellogg Co, we exist to create joy and connection to inspire Gr-r-r-reat days. We believe that doing good is always good for business and we have stood for this since Kellogg Company was founded more than 120 years ago. We are passionate about doing our part to make nutritious foods, create social connectivity and respect natural resources. Together, these actions create positive progress for people and the planet – today and for years to come. We have big plans for how we are going to accomplish this, and we would love for you to join us in this effort. Join the WK Kellogg Co team in Toronto as a Payroll Specialist. Are you passionate about payroll accuracy, compliance, and delivering an exceptional employee experience? At WK Kellogg Co, we’re looking for a Payroll Specialist to support our Canadian workforce by ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant payroll operations. This hybrid role, based in our Toronto office, offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment.

Requirements

3–4 years of payroll experience, preferably supporting Canadian payrolls.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, HR, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Strong understanding of payroll compliance, tax regulations, deductions, and payroll best practices.
Experience working with payroll systems (ADP preferred), data analysis, and reconciliation of large spreadsheets.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.
Proven ability to multitask, prioritize effectively, and meet tight deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Payroll certifications (CPP, FPP, CEBS)
Membership in the Canada Payroll Association
Experience with multi-jurisdictional payrolls.

Responsibilities

Process and support payroll for approximately 300 Canadian employees (hourly and salaried) with a high level of accuracy and compliance.
Plan, prioritize, and meet multiple payroll deadlines in a fast-paced environment, including quarterly and annual critical timelines.
Ensure compliance with federal and provincial payroll legislation, responding to time-sensitive legal or regulatory inquiries when required.
Maintain and update payroll procedures, controls, and documentation to support audit readiness and continuous improvement.
Partner closely with HR, Finance, external vendors, and payroll providers to ensure seamless payroll operations and data integrity.
Provide expert support to employees regarding payroll inquiries, including earnings, deductions, benefits, and direct deposits.
Support and troubleshoot payroll processes in Dayforce, serving as a key point of contact for payroll-related system issues.
Analyze payroll data, understand financial impacts, and support payroll accounting activities such as GL postings and reconciliations.
Identify trends and opportunities to streamline payroll processes while maintaining strong compliance and control standards.

Benefits

Annual Incentive Plan bonus eligibility
Comprehensive Health Care, Dental Care coverage
Savings and Investment Plan (RRSP) with Company match after 1 year of completed full-time service
Defined Contribution Pension Plan
Paid Time Off (includes paid sick time)
15 Paid Vacation Days, plus Company Floaters
Hybrid Work approach
Tuition reimbursement program
Employee recognition program
Employee assistance program