Sr. Payroll Specialist

OPENTEXT - THE INFORMATION COMPANY
OpenText is a global leader in information management, where innovation, creativity, and collaboration are the key components of our corporate culture. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to partner with the most highly regarded companies in the world, tackle complex issues, and contribute to projects that shape the future of digital transformation.

AI-First. Future-Driven. Human-Centered.
At OpenText, AI is at the heart of everything we do—powering innovation, transforming work, and empowering digital knowledge workers. We're hiring talent that AI can't replace to help us shape the future of information management. Join us.

Your impact
As a Senior Payroll Specialist, you will own and drive end-to-end payroll operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery across the assigned payroll portfolio. You will act as a trusted expert, proactively identifying improvements, managing risks, and supporting audits, while contributing to a smooth and compliant payroll experience for employees and stakeholders.
What the role offers

• End-to-end payroll processing using the Hargal payroll system
• Full responsibility for payroll administration, including benefits, compliance, tax, and financial year-end activities
• Involvement in internal and external audits, finance queries, banking, and treasury-related activities
• Management of payroll payments and all related compliance administration
• Opportunity to support and train team members, sharing knowledge and best practices
• Participation in process improvement initiatives and small-scale payroll projects
• Exposure to cross-functional collaboration with HR, Finance, and external partners
• Active role in ensuring compliance with GDPR, company policies, and regulatory requirements

What you need to succeed

• 5+ years of payroll experience, with strong knowledge of payroll systems and processes
• Experience with Hargal payroll system or similar platforms
• Solid understanding of payroll accounting, reconciliations, and compliance processes
• Experience in end-of-employment processes (including notifications, 161 forms, Section 14, and severance law)
• Knowledge of onboarding processes and implementation of different contract types (monthly/hourly)
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to work with incomplete or complex data
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills
• Ability to perform root cause analysis, manage risks, and improve processes
• Confident communicator who can collaborate with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders
• Self-starter mindset with the ability to work independently and guide others

One Last Thing
OpenText's efforts to build an inclusive work environment go beyond simply complying with applicable laws. Our Employment Equity and Diversity Policy provides direction on maintaining a working environment that is inclusive of everyone, regardless of culture, national origin, race, color, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, family status, age, veteran status, disability, religion, or other basis protected by applicable laws.