Posted 11 days ago
Associate Payroll Specialist
@ Gauvreau & Associates
Peterborough, Ontario
Overview
Gauvreau & Associates is hiring an Associate Payroll Specialist to process hourly and salaried payrolls for a diverse client base, with remittances, ROEs and T4s. The role is full-time, remote or in-office, with a starting salary of $55,000 to $65,000 per year. Candidates need 1-2 years of payroll processing experience.
Pay:
$55,000–$65,000 a year
Responsibilities:
- Process hourly and salaried payrolls for multiple clients
- Prepare and submit government remittances, WSIB and EHT
- Administer payroll per Employment Standards legislation
- Prepare and file ROEs, T4s and government forms
- Serve as primary contact for payroll inquiries
Requirements summary:
- 1-2 years of payroll processing experience required
- Experience with QuickBooks Desktop, QuickBooks Online or Wagepoint is an asset
- Strong payroll knowledge and analytical skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- PCP designation or NPI enrolment is an asset
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-26
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-27
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-27
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Finance & accounting |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office, Home |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | PCP |
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Gauvreau & Associates
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Helping business owners improve their financial performance, pay less tax, and realize financial success
Full company description
At Gauvreau Accounting Tax Law Advisory, entrepreneurship drives everything we do. Founded in 2008 as a one-person practice, we’ve grown into a cloud-based, multi-disciplinary firm with more than 200 professionals serving thousands of entrepreneurs and business owners across North America. We help transform great ideas into thriving enterprises by guiding business leaders through complexity with clarity, strategy, and confidence. Our integrated services—accounting, bookkeeping, tax planning, business valuations, fractional CFO support, legal solutions, estate planning, and advisory—equip clients with the financial insight and structure to grow with purpose. At every stage of business, our mission is to make entrepreneurship simpler, smarter, and more profitable. Whether optimizing cash flow, creating tax strategies that protect profits, or offering legal and advisory guidance, we help clients scale sustainably and strategically. What truly sets Gauvreau apart is our culture. We are all in. We own it. We choose opportunity. We are better together. These values shape how we serve our clients, support our community, and collaborate as a team. They drive our commitment to continuous improvement and innovation—so the entrepreneurs we serve can do the same. Through our Wealthy Entrepreneur program—offered to all ongoing accounting, bookkeeping, and CFO clients—we extend this partnership even further. With proven frameworks, accountability, and community, we empower business owners to master their finances, accelerate growth, and build businesses they love. At Gauvreau, we don’t just support growth—we accelerate it. Our mission is to move great ideas forward and empower visionary leaders to achieve their next chapter of success.
- LinkedIn followers
- 1,896
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 85
- Reported office locations
- 150 King Street, Suite 100 West, Peterborough, Ontario K9J 3H3, CA
- Business categories
- Accounting
- Business Development
- Consulting
- Law Enforcement
- Professional Services
- Financial Services
- Other recorded names
- Gauvreau & Associates
- Gauvreau | Accounting Tax Law Advisory
- Specialties
- Accounting
- Corporate Tax
- Business Advisory
- Personal Tax
- Bookkeeping
- HST Filing
- WSIB
- Payroll Services
- Tax Planning
- Compliance Services
- QBO
- Succession Planning
- Estate Tax
- Trusts
- Business Law
- and Incorporating
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
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At Gauvreau Accounting Tax Law Advisory, entrepreneurship drives everything we do. Founded in 2008 as a one-person practice, we’ve grown into a cloud-based, multi-disciplinary firm with more than 200 professionals serving thousands of entrepreneurs and business owners across North America. We help transform great ideas into thriving enterprises by guiding business leaders through complexity with clarity, strategy…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Accounting |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Peterborough, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 2008 |
| Specialties | AccountingCorporate TaxBusiness AdvisoryPersonal TaxBookkeepingHST FilingWSIBPayroll ServicesTax PlanningCompliance Services |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 11 |
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Who We Are
At Gauvreau Accounting Tax Law Advisory, we exist to help entrepreneurs build the business, and the life, of their dreams. As a purpose-driven firm generating $25M in annual revenue with a team of 200 professionals, we combine deep expertise in accounting, tax, law, and advisory with an unwavering commitment to empowering business owners.
Our culture is built on excellence, accountability, collaboration, and growth. We believe in supporting our people to reach their full potential, just as we support our clients in achieving theirs. Joining our team means being part of an innovative, fast-paced environment where your work has a direct impact on the success of entrepreneurs across Canada.
We are currently seeking an experienced Associate Payroll Specialist to join our remote or in-office team.
Associate Payroll Specialist
We are seeking a detail-oriented and client-focused Associate Payroll Specialist to join our growing team. In this role, you will be responsible for processing payroll for a diverse client base while ensuring compliance with all applicable payroll legislation and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate has payroll experience, strong analytical skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving and client service.
Key Responsibilities
- Process accurate and timely hourly and salaried payrolls for a variety of clients.
- Prepare and submit government remittances, including source deductions, WSIB, and Employer Health Tax (EHT), ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.
- Administer payroll transactions in accordance with Employment Standards legislation, including vacation pay, statutory holiday pay, overtime, terminations, and other payroll-related matters.
- Prepare and file Records of Employment (ROEs), T4s, and other government-required forms and filings.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll-related inquiries, responding to client questions and resolving issues professionally and efficiently.
- Review payroll data for accuracy and completeness, identifying and resolving discrepancies.
- Maintain accurate payroll records and support year-end payroll processes.
- Collaborate with team members to deliver exceptional client service and ensure payroll deadlines are consistently met.
Required Skills & Experience
1-2 years of payroll processing experience required.
- Experience with multiple payroll systems; QuickBooks Desktop, QuickBooks Online, and/or Wagepoint is an asset.
- Strong payroll knowledge, attention to detail, and analytical skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proactive, solutions-focused approach with a commitment to exceptional client service.
- Client service experience and PCP designation (or enrolment in the National Payroll Institute program) are considered assets.
We have Five Core Values at Our Firm
- All In(passion for what you do and a commitment to excellence)
- Own It(solutions oriented, owning outcomes)
- Choose Opportunity(willingness to innovate)
- Better Together(teamwork drives the best results)
- Relentless Excellence (exceeding expectations)
Position Type:
- Existing Vacancy: Internal and External
Compensation:
This position offers a starting salary range of $55,000 to $65,000 per year. Compensation will be determined based on the successful candidate’s education, relevant experience, and skills.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Applicants are advised that AI may be used to support aspects of the recruitment process, such as application screening or scheduling.
Learn more about us here: https://gauvreaucpa.ca/join-us/ and in this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XuJBnoF5lpY
Do our core values resonate with you?
Does your skillset align with this role?
If so, we want to hear from you!
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