Senior Payroll Specialist

We are seeking a Sr. Payroll Specialist based in our Milton, Ontario location to join the Total Rewards team.

This is a fully on-site role in our Milton, ON head office.

Ready to help build a better future for generations to come?

In an ever-changing, fast paced world, we owe it to ourselves and our future generations to live life responsibly. At ROCKWOOL, we work relentlessly to enrich modern living through our innovative stone wool solutions.

Join us and make a difference!

What you will be doing:

• Assist in the development of NA payroll services including process design, internal team development, vendor management and system enhancements to ensure optimal performance in the delivery of payroll services

• Oversee payroll operations, including ensuring accurate and efficient payroll processing such as taxes, garnishments, benefit deductions, health and welfare contributions, payroll accounting

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations and policies regarding payments of wages, tax withholding, garnishments, and employee elected deductions

• Stay up-to-date with rules, regulations and any guidelines related to payroll and tax legislation

• Accountable for maintaining controls and compliance of the overall payroll process

• Assist in the develop continuous strategic process improvements to maintain the accuracy, quality, efficiency and overall effectiveness of the payroll process, and decrease risk of errors

• Assist in the deployment of new tools, systems, processes to enhance the quality, efficiency and delivery of payroll processes

• Support all timekeeping and ancillary areas

• Project manage systems upgrades and enhancements as needed

• Respond to inquiries received through the HR helpline.

What you bring:

• 5+ years of experience working in a progressive payroll position within a corporate, or similar, environment

• Solid knowledge of core, end-to-end payroll processes and procedures including controls

• Advanced project management skills

• Must perform well in high-energy, dynamic and team-oriented environments

• Effective organization and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to project deadlines

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to establish working relationships with individuals at various levels within the organization

• High degree of initiative, mature judgment and discretion

• Knowledge of related tax rules and regulations required

• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), and Zendesk a plus

• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills

• Strong sense of urgency, accountability and result oriented

• Strong analytical skills: ability to think big, act small and scale fast

• Superior detail orientation: values accuracy and has high standards around quality of work

• Prior experience with Dayforce required

• Prior experience with Workday a plus

• Prior Canada or US payroll processing experience a must

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field preferred

• CEBS, CBP, or CPP accreditation is a plus

• Certified Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) or working towards the certification.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary

• Comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Massage Therapy & more

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

• Retirement Pension Matching Program

• Work/Life Balance

• Life and Disability Programs

• Educational Assistance

• Top up plans for maternity and paternity leave

• Fitness Reimbursement

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Who we are

We are the world leader in stone wool solutions. Founded in 1937 in Denmark, we transform volcanic rock into safe, sustainable products that help people and communities thrive. We are a global company with more than 12,000 employees, located in 40+ countries with 51 manufacturing facilities… all focused on one common purpose – to release the natural power of stone to enrich modern living.

Sustainability is central to our business strategy. ROCKWOOL was one of the first companies to commit to actively contributing to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s) framework and are actively committed to 11 SDGs, including SDG 14, Life Below Water. Through our partnership with the One Ocean Foundation and in connection with our sponsorship of the Denmark SailGP team, we will help raise awareness around ocean health challenges in an effort to accelerate solutions to protect it.

Work Environment & Conditions:

• Our offices are thoughtfully designed to foster collaboration, creativity, and opportunities for social engagement, allowing employees to find balance and bring their best selves to work.

• ROCKWOOL believes in giving back to the communities where we operate. Our offices worldwide engage in philanthropic initiatives, community involvement, and sustainability efforts that contribute to improving society and the environment. We encourage our employees to get involved and make a positive impact in the communities we serve. 

Diverse and Inclusive Culture

We want all our people to feel valued, respected, included and heard. We employ 79 different nationalities worldwide and are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees, promote diversity, and work against all forms of discrimination among ROCKWOOL employees.

At ROCKWOOL, you will experience a friendly team environment. Our culture is very important to us. In fact, we refer to our culture as “The ROCKWOOL Way”. This is the foundation in which we operate and is based upon our values of ambition, responsibility, integrity and efficiency.

ROCKWOOL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified candidates without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.