Payroll Specialist

Emerald· 69 - Accounting
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📍 Toronto, CanadaFULL TIME💰 USD 65K–70K

About this role

Emerald is seeking a Payroll Specialist with Candian Payroll experience to support our Accounting team.


Role Responsibilities:

•Processing of bi-weekly multi-province / multi-entity payroll for 100+ employees in our payroll platform, Rippling

•Maintain payroll records

•Review changes to employee data

•Reconcile and fund bi-weekly pension contributions

•Respond to payroll related questions and inquiries

•Process electronic payments

•Process garnishments

•Complete employment verifications

•Assist with internal and external audits

•Process accurate and timely year end reporting, similar to W-2 process

•Complete journal entries and monthly account reconciliations

•Special projects as needed


Qualifications:

•Associate’s or bachelor’s degree

•1-3 years Canadian payroll experience

•Excellent verbal and written communication skills

•Strong computer literacy including Microsoft Office applications

•Knowledge of Rippling a plus

•Excellent attention to detail


About Emerald

At Emerald, we strive to foster a diverse and inclusive community. We actively recruit and champion candidates who bring new perspectives from varied professional backgrounds and experiences, and we are intentional about ensuring a positive hiring experience for everyone. Our job postings don’t contain experience inflation, and most don’t require college degrees. Instead, they’re crafted to focus on outcomes and transferable experiences that are assessed in a structured interview process carried out by trained hiring teams. 


COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Target Compensation: $65,000 - $70,000

Please note that this range reflects a reasonable estimate of the target compensation for this position. This range may ultimately vary based on a candidate’s qualifications and may be higher where required by applicable law. 


We offer a competitive benefits package designed to strengthen our employees’ physical and mental health, including unlimited vacation for exempt employees, flexible working locations, 401(k) plan with a company match, medical/dental/vision coverage with inclusive provisions including transgender services and fertility benefits, parental and caregiver leave, dependent, commuter and FSA benefits, professional development programs like Toastmasters, and mental wellness tools.


If you need accommodation in our application process or have questions about our posted salary range, please email our Talent Acquisition team at Careers@EmeraldX.com.


About Emerald


Emerald’s talented and experienced teams grow our customers’ businesses 365 days a year with products that create connections, deliver content, and drive commerce. We produce over 140 annual events, create and deliver content through print and digital channels, and power commerce through our seamlessly integrated in-person and digital platforms and channels. For more information, please visit http://www.emeraldx.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Payroll Specialist role at Emerald?
The listed salary for this Payroll Specialist position at Emerald is USD 65K–70K. This is an FULL TIME role.
Where is the Payroll Specialist position at Emerald located?
This Payroll Specialist role at Emerald is based in Toronto, Canada. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Payroll Specialist role at Emerald full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FULL TIME position. It is posted as a Payroll Specialist role in the 69 - Accounting department at Emerald.
Which team or department does the Payroll Specialist at Emerald belong to?
This Payroll Specialist position is part of the 69 - Accounting department at Emerald. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Payroll Specialist position at Emerald?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to Emerald's official application portal hosted on rippling where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Payroll Specialist job at Emerald posted?
This Payroll Specialist position at Emerald was posted on Jun 18, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Payroll Specialist
Emerald · 💰 USD 65K–70K
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