Grace Cheng
Ottawa,Canada
Summary
Certified Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) with 10+ years of experience in payroll, accounting, and HR operations. Skilled in full-cycle Canadian payroll processing for hourly and salaried employees, including commissions, bonuses, and taxable benefits. Experienced in system data validation, payroll reconciliation, and year-end reporting (T4/T4A, ROE, remittances). Proficient in QuickBooks Online, Sage 300, Payworks, and ADP Workforce Now, with strong Excel analytical skills.
Knowledgeable Payroll Analyst with background in supporting financial operations and maintaining accurate records. Proven ability to manage accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring timely and accurate processing of transactions. Demonstrated proficiency in financial software and Excel, showcasing strong organizational and communication skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Clerk (Payroll- focused)
Oshki-Giizhig Inc
06.2023 - Current
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 100–300+ employees, ensuring accuracy of hours, deductions, benefits, and statutory remittances in compliance with Canadian payroll legislation.
- Verify timesheets and attendance records for reasonability, completeness, and cost allocation, ensuring accurate department and project costing.
- Prepare payroll documentation including ROEs, new hire/termination changes, wage adjustments, and status updates with strong attention to detail.
- Collaborate with HR and Finance to maintain accurate employee master data, support reconciliations, and assist with payroll audits.
- Supported year-end responsibilities including T4/T4A review, payroll reconciliation, and balancing reports.
- Maintain accurate payroll and financial records, ensuring compliance with audit requirements and corporate policies.
- Manage AP/AR and expense coding to the correct projects, departments, or GL accounts, aligning closely with management cost-allocation expectations.
- Respond to employee payroll inquiries and provide training on timesheet and pay verification systems, improving employee self-service adoption.
- Perform monthly payroll-related reconciliations and analyzed variances to support financial reporting.
- Processed accounts payable and receivable transactions accurately and timely.
Tax Professional
H&R Block
01.2023 - 04.2024
- Prepared and filed individual tax returns using CRA-certified software, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal and provincial tax laws.
- Assisted clients with inquiries regarding T4, T4A, and other slips; verified income and deduction data for accuracy.
- Reviewed and reconciled tax data to identify discrepancies before submission.
- Supported amended return filings and followed up on CRA assessments or notices.
- Demonstrated strong understanding of Canadian taxation principles, including federal and provincial tax codes.
- Prepared and filed federal and state tax returns for individual clients, ensuring compliance with regulations.
Prior HR & Payroll Experience
Jiangsu Kingfine Estate Co. Ltd, Nanjing | Nanjing Wo-Lu-Jie Automobile Service Co. Ltd | China Resources Land (Beijing) Property Service Ltd.
01.2009 - 01.2019
- Managed full-cycle payroll and benefits administration for 500+ employees, ensuring 100% compliance with government regulations.
- Maintained employee attendance, leave, and payroll records in spreadsheets and HRIS for accurate payroll processing.
- Processed payroll changes include new hires, terminations, salary updates, transfers, and benefit adjustments with 100% accuracy.
- Prepared payroll reports, reconciliations, and statutory submissions; maintained high confidentiality and strong data accuracy.
- Improved payroll workflow efficiency through process standardization and collaboration with HR and Finance teams.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Education
Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) -
National Payroll Institute
05.2024
Excel for Business Advance Certificate -
Macquarie University
01.2024
ADP Payroll Professional -
Coursera
01.2024
H & R Tax Academy Level 1 & 2 -
H&R Block
01.2023
Applied Accounting Certificate -
Red River College
01.2022
HR Management (Bachelor) -
Nanjing Normal University
01.2021
Marketing (Diploma) -
Huang Gang Vocational and Technical College
01.2005
Demonstrated Skills
Full-cycle payroll for hourly and salaried employees; including bonuses, taxable benefits, T4/T4A, ROE, and statutory remittances., Managed enrollments, terminations, and reconciliations for employee benefits and RRSP programs., Validated time and attendance data, reconciled payroll liabilities, and supported year-end balancing and GL accuracy., Supported payroll system updates, data validation, and process enhancements to improve accuracy and efficiency., Prepared payroll journal entries, reconciled accounts, and generated analytical reports for management., Proficient in Payworks, ADP Workforce Now, QuickBooks Online, Sage 300, and Advanced Excel; provided employee payroll support and system training.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary
Timeline
Accounting Clerk (Payroll- focused)
Oshki-Giizhig Inc
06.2023 - Current
Tax Professional
H&R Block
01.2023 - 04.2024
Prior HR & Payroll Experience
Jiangsu Kingfine Estate Co. Ltd, Nanjing | Nanjing Wo-Lu-Jie Automobile Service Co. Ltd | China Resources Land (Beijing) Property Service Ltd.
01.2009 - 01.2019
Excel for Business Advance Certificate -
Macquarie University
H & R Tax Academy Level 1 & 2 -
H&R Block
Applied Accounting Certificate -
Red River College
HR Management (Bachelor) -
Nanjing Normal University
Marketing (Diploma) -
Huang Gang Vocational and Technical College
Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) -
National Payroll Institute
ADP Payroll Professional -
Coursera