Senior Global Payroll Associate

Morningstar Inc.•Chicago, IL

40d•Hybrid

About The Position

In this Senior Global Payroll Associate role, you'll execute the full Canadian payroll cycle, including processing, data entry, and validation for multiple provinces to ensure accuracy and compliance with federal and provincial laws. Key duties involve calculating wages, taxes, and benefits; reconciling payroll data with accounting; and serving as a resource for employee inquiries. The role requires strong attention to detail, proficiency in payroll software, and the ability to collaborate with HR, finance, and external agencies like the CRA. You'll also be cross trained to facilitate U.S. payroll, as a back up to our U.S. payroll team. This position is based in Chicago.

Requirements

Technical skills: Proficiency in payroll software (ADP, Workday), strong Excel skills, and familiarity with payroll tax and legislative requirements across Canada.
Analytical skills: Ability to research and resolve discrepancies, perform reconciliations, and analyze data for reports.
Attention to detail: A high degree of accuracy is critical for calculations and data entry.
Communication skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with employees, HR, and other departments.
Confidentiality: The ability to handle sensitive information with integrity

Responsibilities

End-to-end payroll processing: Manage the full payroll cycle, from data entry and validation to processing and closing payroll for employees across various Canadian provinces.
Accurate calculations: Calculate wages, overtime, bonuses, and other compensation elements accurately, including processing retroactive pay.
Tax and benefits administration: Process deductions for taxes, benefits, and garnishments; ensure compliance with all federal and provincial laws; and administer benefits enrollments and changes.
Compliance and reporting: Ensure compliance with provincial and federal legislation, collective agreements, and company policies.
Reconciliation and audits: Conduct monthly, quarterly, and year-end reconciliations of payroll and tax accounts. Assist with audits by preparing data and acting as a point of contact for auditors and government agencies.
Employee support: Act as a primary contact for employee questions regarding payroll, benefits, and their pay statements.
Data integrity: Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in the payroll system.

Benefits

75% 401k match up to 7%
Stock Ownership Potential
Company provided life insurance - 1x salary + commission
Comprehensive health benefits (medical/dental/vision) including potential premium discounts and company-provided HSA contributions (up to $500-$2,000 annually) for specific plans and coverages
Additional medical Wellness Incentives - up to $300-$600 annual
Company-provided long- and short-term disability insurance
Trust-Based Time Off
6-week Paid Sabbatical Program
6-Week Paid Family Caregiving Leave
Competitive 8-24 Week Paid Parental Bonding Leave
Adoption Assistance
Leadership Coaching & Formal Mentorship Opportunities
Annual Education Stipend
Tuition Reimbursement
Charitable Matching Gifts program
Dollars for Doers volunteer program
Paid volunteering days
15+ Employee Resource & Affinity Groups