Join the Future of Education – Where Passion Meets Purpose

At triOS and Eastern College, we don’t just help students become job-ready graduates – we ignite futures.  We’re seeking kindred spirits who believe that learning can change lives.

As a Canada-owned private career college, our vision is bold, our mission is clear, and our values run deep.  Integrity, dedication, readiness, and respect aren’t just words – they shape every classroom experience, every team meeting, and every morning coffee.

We’re looking for people who:

• 🧭 Lead with integrity — You do what you say you’ll do.
• 🔥 Show up with heart — You bring your best to students and colleagues alike.
• 🚀 Embrace growth — You’re always learning, always evolving.
• 💛 Value every voice — You believe respect isn’t optional; it’s essential.

If this sounds like you, you might be exactly who we’re looking for.

We’re not just hiring – we’re building a community of educators and professionals who care deeply, dream boldly, and laugh often, if you’re searching for meaningful work that values your contribution, we invite you to apply.

We are proud to be one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 15 consecutive years – now recognized with Platinum designation.  That’s not just a badge – it’s a reflection of our student-first mindset and unwavering support for our team.

Let’s shape the future together.

Job Title:  Payroll Specialist

Company:  triOS College

Location:  Hybrid, 2360 Meadowpine Boulevard, Mississauga, ON L5N 6S2  

Hours: Full-time, Permanent, Monday-Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Start Date: Immediate

The Opportunity:

The primary purpose of the Payroll Specialist is to ensure employees are paid accurately and on time by preparing and processing the bi-weekly and semi-monthly payrolls for different divisions of the Company. The workforce is comprised of both salary and hourly employees, each with their own nuances and payroll policies.

What you'll be doing:

• Compile payroll data, process, and transmit payroll, using Rippling (our end-to-end HRIS), in an accurate and timely manner, in accordance with established payroll processing calendars, and provincial regulations.
• Working as part of our Payroll team, perform auditing of payroll inputs prior to transmission deadlines.
• Assist managers to ensure accurate time accounting for all employees; critical follow up for all hourly employee’s timecard entries prior to transmission of payroll.
• Process terminated employees through Rippling, including auditing terminated information for ROEs.
• Monitor employee promotions, compensation and transfers changes.
• Process annual merits, bonuses, commissions, and retroactive calculations.
• Calculate and process final pay for terminated and leave employees and prepare Records of Employment online via Service Canada.
• Contribute to the development and interpret payroll policies and procedures. Communicate payroll policies and procedures to employees as required.
• Import employee and employer RRSP contributions semi-monthly via Wealthsimple.
• Run/create/edit reports within Rippling.
• Keep abreast of the payroll processing system and changes in wage/tax laws.
• Establish and maintain a positive working relationship with customers, both internal and external.

What you bring to the position:

• High School diploma or equivalent required. Post-secondary education in Accounting, Human Resources, Payroll Administration, or Business is preferred.
• Certified Payroll Professional designation is preferred.
• 3-5 years of payroll processing experience, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Solid experience processing hourly and salary payroll.
• Experience with processing payroll through an end-to-end HRIS, preferably Rippling.
• Familiar with payroll software and payroll reports
• Solid understanding of payroll administration practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain the highly confidential nature of payroll work.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and to meet deadlines.
• Ability to manage multiple projects or assignments at one time and ability to multi-task.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, & Teams) and Adobe Acrobat.
• Thorough follow-through and problem-solving skills, and excellent with both math and logic.

We are committed to building an intentionally inclusive environment that engages, supports, and empowers diversity and belonging in the workplace and communities we serve.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from candidates regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.

Applicants with disabilities may notify us of any reasonable accommodations needed to support your participation in the recruitment process.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

To learn more about triOS College, visit our website 🌐: www.triOS.com

To learn more about Eastern College, visit our website 🌐: www.easterncollege.com