Careers

Primaris REIT is currently hiring a dedicated and enthusiastic Coordinator, Payroll to join our team at our Head Office in Toronto, ON. If you have experience in Payroll (ADP), are organised and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, this exciting opportunity is perfect for you!

As the Payroll Coordinator, you will play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while delivering exceptional service to employees across the organization. You will be responsible for:
• Preparing and processing bi-weekly, semi-monthly payroll ensuring accuracy & compliance and meeting transmission timelines
• Managing and updating payroll records, including ROEs, in Payroll/HRIS system (ADP Workforce Now)
• Consistently maintain payroll-related information in ADP
• Stay informed of developments in applicable federal and provincial laws, regulations and reporting requirements relating to salaries, wages, overtime, bonuses, provincial health plans and workers compensation
• Assist with research, analysis, and documentation relating to changes to payroll regulation, policies, and legislation, as required
• Respond to internal inquiries regarding payroll, deductions and tax forms
• Support various departments and sites with queries regarding payroll, pension and benefit variance analysis & reconciliations
• Assist with developing and delivering training for timekeepers at sites
• Collaborate with the People + Culture department regarding processes for new hires, vacation tracking, terminations, etc.
• Assist with generating recurring & ad-hoc reports for payroll-related information
• Review payroll registers to ensure accuracy in semi-monthly and bi-weekly payments
• Other duties as assigned

To excel in this role, we are looking for candidates who are analytical and detail oriented. If this opportunity sounds interesting to you, you likely have the following attributes:
• Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, HR, Business Administration, or a related field
• Pursuing or holding a Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation is an asset
• 3–5 years of payroll experience supporting employee groups across multiple provinces
• Proficiency in HRIS systems (ADP preferred)
• Advanced working knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Access)
• Familiarity with pension and benefit legislation is an asset
• Experience with Workers’ Compensation policies and processes
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and resolve issues
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• High level of discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet tight deadlines, and adapt to frequent changes
• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment and embracing continuous improvement
Join us and play a vital role in providing outstanding experiences to our valued customers and tenants. We are seeking individuals with a positive attitude, excellent communication skills, and a strong commitment to ensuring customer satisfaction.

• Communicate clearly, concisely, professionally and convey active listening and openness
• Build positive relationships and demonstrate commitment, effort and a "take charge" attitude
• Produce accurate work with attention to detail and consistently meet deadlines
• Take ownership for actions, accept constructive criticism and make the necessary changes to behavior
• Overcome obstacles to getting the job done, identify problems and recommend solutions
• See change positively and adapt quickly to change in work requirements

• Respect: Value diverse perspectives, experiences and talents; treat others the way you would want to be treated
• Empowerment: Use the means provided to carry out responsibilities to the best of your ability and to implement creative ideas
• Integrity: Do the right thing, deliver on commitments and admit mistakes
• Teamwork: Work together as one team toward common goals