Harleen Kaur
Mississauga
Summary
Experienced Payroll and HR Specialist with comprehensive knowledge of full-cycle, multi-provincial payroll processing (Canada and US), year-end reporting, and HR operations. Proven track record in delivering accurate, compliant payrolls in high-volume environments (2,000+ employees), using systems such as ADP Workforce Now, Dayforce, and Payworks. Skilled in auditing, reconciliation, benefits administration, and ensuring compliance with CRA and provincial legislation. Strong communicator with a customer-service mindset and cross-functional collaboration experience. Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certification is in progress from NPI.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Payroll Administrator & HR Generalist
Korex Companies
02.2025 - Current
- Process full-cycle payroll for hourly and salaried employees across multiple provinces (standalone position).
- Administer benefits, garnishments, statutory deductions, and vacation payouts.
- Lead year-end activities, including T4, ROE, and audit file preparation.
- Conduct quarterly payroll audits to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Resolve complex payroll and benefits issues via case management systems.
- Collaborate with HR and Finance on reconciliations and process improvements.
- Participate in the testing and implementation of payroll system upgrades (ADP, Dayforce, Payworks).
Payroll Specialist (Contract)
Hays / Robert Half
07.2024 - 01.2025
- Processed bi-weekly, multi-provincial payroll using Dayforce for large employee population.
- Conducted reconciliations and ensured compliance with CRA reporting.
- Maintained SOPs and supported year-end documentation and audit readiness.
- Handled employee inquiries and resolved payroll discrepancies effectively.
Payroll & HR Specialist (Contract)
Hayward Gordon
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Managed payroll and benefits for multiple departments using ADP Workforce Now.
- Conducted payroll quality checks and supported T4 and audit processes.
- Responded to employee and manager inquiries on payroll and HR matters.
- Assisted with onboarding documentation and HR file maintenance.
Coordinator – Supports and Services (Contract)
Kerry’s Place Autism Services
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Scheduled staff in alignment with ESA and union agreements.
- Provided support on accommodations, RTW plans, and HR compliance.
- Delivered ADP reports and advised team leaders on workforce documentation.
- Maintained payroll records for audit and reporting purposes.
HR and Payroll Assistant
Drywall Company
01.2022 - 07.2023
- Executed end-to-end payroll and benefits administration for salaried staff.
- Ensured CRA and regulatory compliance in ROEs, tax filings, and year-end tasks.
- Partnered with HR and Finance to complete reconciliations and benefit audits.
- Maintained detailed payroll records to support internal and external audits.
- Delivered timely support and communication to internal and external stakeholders.
Education
PCP Designation
National Payroll Institute
Ontario 02-2026
Postgraduate Certificate - Human Resource Management
Centennial College
Diploma - Business
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Skills
- Full-Cycle Payroll (Hourly/Salaried, Multi-Provincial, 2000 Employees)
- CRA Reporting, ROE & T4 Filing
- Payroll Auditing & Reconciliation
- Benefits Administration & Leave Tracking
- HR Onboarding & Documentation
- Case Management Systems
- Tools: ADP Workforce Now, Dayforce, Payworks, Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables), Microsoft Teams, Outlook
- Payroll compliance
- Full-cycle payroll and Payroll audits
- Benefits administration
Certification
- Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) – In Progress
- National Payroll Institute – Ontario, Canada
Timeline
Payroll Administrator & HR Generalist
Korex Companies
02.2025 - Current
Payroll Specialist (Contract)
Hays / Robert Half
07.2024 - 01.2025
Payroll & HR Specialist (Contract)
Hayward Gordon
06.2024 - 07.2024
Coordinator – Supports and Services (Contract)
Kerry’s Place Autism Services
01.2024 - 04.2024
HR and Payroll Assistant
Drywall Company
01.2022 - 07.2023
Postgraduate Certificate - Human Resource Management
Centennial College
Diploma - Business
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
PCP Designation
National Payroll Institute