We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, inclusive culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM.

About Us: We are a leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally. Our mission is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional team is the cornerstone of our inclusive culture and our ability to deliver compelling results to our clients. At RSM, you'll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There's no one like you, and that's why there's nowhere like RSM.

Position Overview: We are seeking a Payroll and Accounting Technician to join our Finance and Accounting Outsourcing Consulting practice in Canada. This role will focus on payroll processing with an opportunity to provide bookkeeping services for small to mid-sized businesses. We are looking for a self-motivated, professional, and responsible individual to manage payroll processes, procedures, and filings. This critical role supports the success of our clients and our team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Payroll Processing: Manage client payroll functions, including taxable benefits and benefits reconciliations, ROE filing.
• Year end Payroll filings: Preparation of T4, T4A, RL-1 and other year-end slips. This will also include the preparation and filing for provincial Employer Health tax (and equivalent) and provincial Worker’s Compensation (and equivalent) accounts.
• Consulting on payroll compliance: Including questions related, but not limited to, payroll calculations, taxable benefits, provincial Employer Health tax, provincial worker's compensation, province of employment.

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Bookkeeping and Accounting Services: Provide various consulting services using independent judgment and technical knowledge.
• Accounts Payable Management: Oversee accounts payable processes.
• Bank Reconciliations: Perform bank reconciliations and balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Journal Entries: Handle accrual and adjusting journal entries.
• Financial Statements: Prepare financial statements and maintain depreciation schedules.
• Data Analysis: Conduct research and prepare analysis of data, reports, and presentations as required.

Qualifications:

• Payroll Certification: National Payroll Institute Payroll Certification (PCP) or equivalent experience/education.
• Quebec Payroll Knowledge: Knowledge of Quebec payroll is an asset.
• Bookkeeping and Accounting Certification: Certification in Bookkeeping and Accounting or equivalent recommended.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years of payroll experience
• Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of payroll regulations, calculations, application of taxable benefits and payroll software (Payworks, ADP, Dayforce), Excel
• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Join us and make a difference in the success of our clients and our team. Apply today!

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmcanada.com/careers/life-at-rsm/rewards-and-benefits.html.

RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; colour; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender (including gender identity and/or gender expression); sexual orientation; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the Canadian uniformed service; Canadian Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable provincial employment legislation.   

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at careers@rsmus.com.

At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Compensation Range: $51,500 - $72,000