Abbott

Healthcare

PayrollSpecialist(20MonthContract)

$68–68k Ottawa, Canada FULL TIME Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Payroll Specialist (20 Month Contract) at Abbott. Skills: Payroll processing, Payroll reconciliation, Canadian payroll legislation. Deliver accurate semi-monthly payroll processing. Deliver timely semi-monthly payroll processing”

What You'll Achieve.

Ensure employees are paid accurately; Ensure employees are paid on time; Elevate payroll processes; Drive continuous improvement

Industry & Context.

Healthcare
Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving

Eligibility Requirements

On-site presence four days per week, Continuous standing for prolonged periods

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Diploma in Business Administration, 3-6 years payroll experience, Knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation, Experience with ADP Workforce Now, Experience with Workday, Experience with time systems, Solid accounting skills, Solid reconciliation skills, Advanced Excel skills, Exceptional attention to detail, Exceptional problem-solving ability, Customer-focused, Able to manage multiple priorities, Able to meet tight deadlines, PCP designation (or working towards it)

Nice to Have

Kronos experience is a plus, Bi-lingual (English/French) is an asset

What You'll Do.

Deliver accurate semi-monthly payroll processing

Deliver timely semi-monthly payroll processing

Collaborate with Finance

Collaborate with employees

Ensure seamless payroll operations

Manage payroll changes

Administer stock plans

Administer taxable benefits

Reconcile payroll data

Support year-end processes

Enhance payroll processes

Automate payroll processes

Provide responsive support

Provide high-quality support

Contribute to strategic payroll initiatives

Contribute to cross-functional projects

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

HR; Finance; Employees; Cross-functional projects

Communication Scope

Customer-focused

Full Job Description

## **JOB DESCRIPTION:** **About Abbott** Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology. **Working at Abbott** At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You will have access to: * Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. * A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. * A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. **The Opportunity** This position is based at our Ottawa office within the Point of Care division and requires on‑site presence four days per week, with the option to work remotely one day. Our Point of Care diagnostic portfolio spans key health and therapeutic areas, including Chemistry, Electrolytes, Hematology, Blood Gases, Coagulation, Endocrinology, Cardiac Markers, Neurology, and Informatics. As the Payroll Specialist, you’ll have the chance to ensure employees are paid accurately, on time, and with excellence. You’ll also play a key role in elevating payroll processes, supporting strategic initiatives, and driving continuous improvement. This role reports directly to the Payroll Manager and is a part of the HR Team. In this role you will be working for our biggest manufacturing site in Canada with approximately 700 employees on site. **What You’ll Do** Deliver accurate and timely semi-monthly payroll processing Collaborate with HR, Finance, and employees to ensure seamless payroll operations Manage payroll changes including hires, promotions, leaves, and terminations Administer benefits, pension, stock plans, and taxable benefits Reconcile

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