Biweekly processing of the hourly and salary payroll for 570+ employees, working with various collective agreements an employment contracts, employment legislation and internal controls to ensure compliance with provincial legislation and company policy. • Process, enter, calculate and verify data to ensure accuracy utilizing the PeopleSoft HRMS system systems as well as verify time cards for entry to ensure accurate pay. •Process payroll entries to PeopleSoft financial system including journal and voucher entries for vendor payments.

Coordinating and processing the activities of multiple payroll cycles and companies, performing checks, reconciliations and balancing as required for over 500 active employees and over 1,500 retirees. Develop and process reports as required for government, internal and external needs. Work with with HRIS analyst to ensure system upgrades and updates are completed and correct. Perform testing on Payroll systems after upgrades to ensure system functions as required. Ensure payroll and personnel processes and practices are in compliance with audit and governance requirements. Liaison with IT, users and providers for file transfer and system requirements.

Preparation and processing of bi-weekly payroll for three companies in both Canada and the US (approximately 300 employees total). Prepare financial reports for various managers. Administrate American and Canadian benefits program as well as Canadian pension plan and an American Simple IRA plan. Responsible for various accounting functions including posting payroll entries into AccPac, monthly account reconciliation and financial reporting to the Director of Finance. Monthly remittances to WSIB, pension plan, benefits plan and others as necessary.

Plan, organize and implement new policies and procedures as directed by corporate office. Prepare local branch for new legislation as outlined in Bill 159. Advertise, interview and select candidates to fill various positions within the company. Assist applicants in completing the licensing procedure in compliance with the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services standards. Responsible for orientation and ongoing training for all employees of the Windsor branch. Reporting and case management of all WSIB claims. Prepare reports for local managers as well as corporate office. Research new vendors for local training and present to District manager for approval. Manage employee disciplinary process.December 2003 – May 2007Administration ManagerManage all aspects of payroll and invoicing for the Windsor district. Prepare, enter and verify schedules for 250 employees on a bi-weekly basis utilizing the TimeGate system in conjunction with the Ceridian Payroll system. Respond to employee problems concerning payroll, benefits (union and non-union). Produce and process invoices for 100+ district accounts including preparation of detailed backup and reports for clients. Responsible for daily accounts receivable and collections management. Preparation of benefits reports and Union dues reports. Prepare financial reports for district manager and corporate office. Daily management of all administrative aspects of district office. Area Make a Wish Foundation representative, responsible for fundraising and monthly reporting.