Hammond Power Solutions Inc. is a global manufacturer headquartered in Guelph, Ontario, Canada. HPS has grown to become the leader in North America in the custom design and manufacture of dry type transformers. For the past century, HPS has grown to deliver electrical power solutions to global markets and provides solutions for complex applications like, mining, rectifier, drives, traction, wind, solar and many other electrical power applications. The world relies on HPS to continually conceive and produce state-of-the-art transformer technology. We currently have an opening for an Administrator, Canadian Payroll, come grow with us!
Under limited direction of the Canadian Accounting Manager, this role performs complex payroll computations, general accounting, and other duties related to the issuance of regular and supplemental payrolls for multiple locations. This position also performs costing activities such as labour analysis/reporting and scrap control analysis/bookings.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Collects, verifies and processes payrolls, bonuses and director’s fees for all hourly and salary employees throughout Ontario and Quebec, including calculating hours, computing and deducting various amounts (EI, CPP/QPP, income tax, WSIB, CSST, pension contributions, etc.) and reviews output for accuracy.
- Ensures software for payroll is up to date..
- Assess payroll controls and processes for efficiency
- Processes other payroll payments such as bonuses, LTIP and vacation payouts
- Records weekly payroll information in the GL, reconciles payroll related accounts and balances cash transactions to the bank
- Weekly labour distribution reporting and analysis of direct and indirect hours by cost center, MOS productivity reporting, and weekly reconciliation.
- Year-end labour analysis and related activities.
- Set up and maintain employee benefits such as ESOP, RSP and pension.
- Maintains employee records, prepares data on new, retiring and terminated employees, salary adjustments, etc.
- Communicate with all government offices (CRA, HRSDC, FRO, etc.)
- Reconciles and prepares: T-4’s, T4A’s, T2200, RL-1 – Quebec, T5’s and all other government statutory and source reporting and payment requirements within limited timelines for the Federal, Ontario and Quebec governments.
Do you qualify? We are seeking:
- A completed Diploma or Degree in Business, Accounting or Human Resources.
- 2 to 5 years of related work experience.
- Payroll Compliance Certification (PCP) is required.
- Knowledge of principles, methods and practices of payroll and employment contracts
- Ability to perform payroll-related duties requiring independent judgment and initiative under the stress of strict deadlines
- Experience processing payroll for employees in both Ontario and Quebec
- Performs calculations and posts data rapidly and accurately
- Intermediate or higher skill level using MS Office including Excel and automated payroll (UKG preferred)
- Bilingualism in English and French to support our Canadian Operations is an asset
- Experience process payroll for a manufacturing organization would be an asset.
NOTE: Hammond Power Solutions encourages applications from all qualified candidates. HPS has a great record of accommodating persons with disabilities. Contact our People & Culture team if you need accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information on our accommodation policies.
Some of the benefits of working at Hammond:
At Hammond Power Solutions (HPS), we provide market‑competitive compensation that reflects performance, skills, and current market conditions. For this role, the base salary range is $71,600.00 to $107,400.00, with final offers determined by experience, qualifications, and role complexity.
We recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique strengths, and we do not want this range to limit or discourage anyone from applying. In addition to base pay, this position includes a comprehensive benefits package and is eligible for performance‑based incentives. We welcome open conversations about compensation throughout the hiring process.
We are Great Place to Work Certified! Our people work hard for us—so we make sure our benefits work hard for them. Our equitable pay, benefits, and practices prioritize security, health, and well-being while sharing in our business success through variable pay programs and our Employee Stock Ownership Program.
Our core benefits focus on wellness, mental health, and financial security when employees need them the most, early career or getting ready for retirement. We also support work-life balance through flexible work schedules, paid time off, and leaves of absence. Employees and their families also have access to our confidential, best-in-class Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
We are committed to sustainable business practices and offer opportunities for our employees to support the communities where we live and work through our Hammond Giving Strategy.
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