KIMBERLY MACCANNELL
Stoney Creek,ON
Summary
Dynamic business professional with over 20 years of experience in leadership, process implementation, and strategic planning to enhance operational efficiency. Expertise as a full-cycle payroll coordinator for more than 5 years, managing payroll across multiple companies and navigating complex multi-province and territory regulations in both unionized and non-unionized settings. In-depth knowledge of federal and provincial payroll legislation complements a proactive approach to addressing new challenges. Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced environments while effectively managing multiple priorities and fostering strong communication with clients and internal teams.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Payroll Specialist
Payroll Funding Canada
03.2024 - Current
- Process full-cycle payroll for multiple staffing clients across Canada
- Ensure compliance with CRA regulations, provincial employment standards, and statutory deductions
- Prepare and distribute ROEs, T4s, and other payroll-related documentation
- Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies
- Maintain accurate payroll records and audit trails
- Respond to client and employee inquiries regarding payroll, deductions, and remittances
- Assist in developing and improving payroll workflows and automation tools
- Coordinated with finance to ensure proper cash flow management for payroll disbursements, maintaining company financial stability.
Payroll Coordinator
Zest Communities
11.2021 - 01.2024
- Prepared, audited, and corrected assigned payroll input through ADP WorkforceNow on a biweekly basis for union and non-union employees, salary and hourly.
- Maintained and updated assigned employee information including address changes, wage/salary increases, transfers, new employees, terminations, etc... Prepares ROE's as required for assigned payrolls.
- Verified journal entries on a bi-weekly basis for entry, verification, and posting by accounting.
- Complied and submitted year-end, T4 processing, and reconciliations as required.
- Collaborated with human resources, accounting and other departments to confirm payroll accuracy.
- Confirmed compliance with all applicable federal and provincial payroll laws and regulations.
- Investigated payroll variances and employee claims to resolve discrepancies and balance financial records.
Cashier
HART Department Store
11.2019 - 12.2021
- Resolves customer issues, concerns, and answers questions
- Trained new staff on register operations and customer service protocols, fostering team development.
- Implemented best practices for cash management, reducing discrepancies and enhancing financial accuracy in daily reports.
Kimberly’s Cleaning Services
01.2007 - 12.2019
- Responsible key-holding housekeeper charged with cleaning multiple homes and vacation rentals on Quadra Island
- Overhauled cluttered and overwhelmed spaces: ``Clutter Busters``
- Developed close relationship with clients.
- Maintained an effective cleaning schedule to ensure the highest quality.
- Onsite meet and greet arrival of guests at vacation rentals.
- Received payment, assigned rooms, issued door codes, and answered questions regarding properties and island.
- Emergency contact after hours and when clients were away such as water issues, plumbing, power outages and fire.
Adventure Tourism/Kayak Guide
Quadra Kayaks
01.2005 - 12.2016
- Communicated with people from different countries, ages groups and languages.
- Learned navigation techniques and local waterway knowledge to enhance guest experiences.
- Participated in training sessions to develop skills in rescue techniques and first aid.
Education
Accounting and Payroll Specialist - Diploma
01.2021
Adventure Tourism - Diploma
01.2005
Early Childhood Education - Diploma
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Payroll Software Knowledge
- Analytical Skills
- Effective time management
- Strong verbal communication
- Trustworthy
- Strong Organizational Skills
Certification
PCP designation
Timeline
Payroll Specialist - Payroll Funding Canada
03.2024 - Current
Payroll Coordinator - Zest Communities
11.2021 - 01.2024
Cashier - HART Department Store
11.2019 - 12.2021
- Kimberly’s Cleaning Services
01.2007 - 12.2019
Adventure Tourism/Kayak Guide - Quadra Kayaks
01.2005 - 12.2016
North Island College - Adventure Tourism, Diploma
TriOS College - Accounting and Payroll Specialist, Diploma
Mohawk College - Early Childhood Education, Diploma