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Senior Payroll Specialist (Bilingual)

@ Distro

Westmount, Quebec

HybridFull-time
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Overview

Distro is hiring a Senior Payroll Specialist in Westmount, Quebec, on a full-time hybrid basis with three office days per week. The role processes multi-provincial Canadian payroll, leads escalations for client issues, and works with the Payroll Manager on special projects. Compensation is $75,000 to $85,000 CAD per year.

Responsibilities:

  • Traiter la paie multiprovinciale canadienne, incluant annulations et ajustements d'impôt
  • Résoudre en premier niveau les problèmes de paie soulevés par les clients
  • Collaborer avec le gestionnaire de paie sur les projets spéciaux et l'amélioration des processus
  • Travailler avec les autres départements pour assurer la conformité

Requirements summary:

  • Certification PCP ou PLP requise
  • Expérience en gestion de paies multiprovinciales canadiennes
  • Bilinguisme français et anglais, écrit et verbal
  • Maîtrise intermédiaire à avancée de MS Office, notamment Excel et Outlook
  • Bon jugement sous pression et souci du détail

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Employer posting date
2026-06-08
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-10-15

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Job details

SenioritySenior
DepartmentFinance & accounting
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingOffice
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish, French
Licences & certificationsPCP, PLP

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Full company description

Distro was started with the growing technology company in mind. Our founding team came together to solve a big problem for both the company struggling to grow their technical teams and the experienced software developer looking to find a great place to work. In today’s rapidly changing world, we know that quality talent is not land-locked. Distro is a platform where companies can find and match with top quality talent in over 200 countries around the world, then interview and hire, and automate payroll.

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Reported office locations
  • Lehi, UT 84043, US
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  • Software
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  • Distro
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Distro was started with the growing technology company in mind. Our founding team came together to solve a big problem for both the company struggling to grow their technical teams and the experienced software developer looking to find a great place to work. In today’s rapidly changing world, we know that quality talent is not land-locked. Distro is a platform where companies can find and match with top quality…

FieldValue
IndustrySoftware Development
Company size2-10 employees
HeadquartersLehi, UT
Organization typePartnership
Year founded2021
Open jobs on Jobsy6
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Job description

The Opportunity: Elevate your payroll career as a Senior Payroll Specialist. Beyond processing complex compliance cycles, you will act as the first line of escalation for critical client issues, collaborate directly with the Payroll Manager on special projects and process improvements, and apply your deep expertise in Canadian payroll law and compliance.

Compensation: $75,000 – $85,000 CAD / year Work Arrangement: Hybrid (3 days/week in office) Location: Westmount, Quebec

What You'll Do (The Core Focus): Advanced Processing: Process multi-provincial Canadian payroll accurately and on time for a growing client base, including voids and tax overrides as needed. Lead Issue Resolution: Act as the first point of escalation, troubleshooting and resolving payroll issues raised by clients. Drive Special Projects: Collaborate with the Payroll Manager on special projects and process improvements. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with other departments to find resolutions when needed, applying Canadian payroll laws, regulations, and company policies to ensure full compliance. What You Bring: Credentials: PCP or PLP certification is required. Language: Bilingual in French and English (written and verbal) — required. Experience: Experience managing multi-provincial Canadian payrolls — required. Skills: Intermediate to strong MS Office skills (especially Excel and Outlook), strong attention to detail, sound judgment under pressure, and solid communication skills as a team player.

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