Payroll Accounting Specialist

2 hours, 4 minutes ago
Full-time
Mid Level
Finance and Accounting
Cologix

Cologix

Cologix, Inc. provides network neutral interconnection and colocation services, integrating hyperscale edge capacity with robust interconnection to empower digital transformation for carrier, media, financial services, and enterprise customers.

Diversified Telecommunication Services
251-1K
Founded 2010
$500M raised

Description

  • Review and process bi-weekly payroll for U.S. and Canadian subsidiaries.
  • Review timecards, research payroll issues, and initiate corrective actions and adjustments.
  • Perform payroll accounting, reconciliations, general ledger transactions, and sub-ledger file maintenance.
  • Coordinate maintenance of the Ceridian Dayforce payroll system.
  • Prepare quarterly and annual payroll compliance filings and year-end forms, including W-2s, T4s, RL-1s, and 1099s.
  • Manage Canadian payroll requirements, including Records of Employment, vacation rollovers, and entitlement true-ups.
  • Support benefits-related accounts payable activities, annual benefits updates, and the 401(k) audit.
  • Own the Payroll inbox and respond to employee inquiries.
  • Ensure timely and accurate close processes while maintaining compliance with company policies, internal controls, and GAAP.
  • Develop and implement process improvements and provide ad hoc Accounting support during non-payroll weeks.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or 5+ years of payroll accounting experience.
  • 4–7 years of experience in payroll, benefits, compliance, accounting, and audit.
  • Required experience with Canadian payroll and vacation entitlements.
  • Knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and quality control concepts.
  • Experience with Ceridian Dayforce preferred.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, customer service, and relationship-building skills.
  • Ability to prioritize competing responsibilities and meet deadlines.
  • Process improvement mindset with adaptability, accountability, ownership, and initiative.
  • French-speaking ability is a plus.
  • Authorization to work for any U.S. employer; visa sponsorship or transfer, including CPT/OPT, is unavailable.

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