KIMBERLY MACCANNELL
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
- Manage payroll funding schedules and coordinate with finance to ensure timely disbursements
- Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies
- Maintain accurate payroll records and audit trails
- Respond to client and employee inquiries regarding payroll, deductions, and remittances
- Collaborate with accounting and HR teams to support financial reporting and workforce management
- Assist in developing and improving payroll workflows and automation tools
- Monitor payroll costs and provide insights to optimize client profitability
Payroll Coordinator
Zest Communities
01.2021 - 12.2024
- Author of payroll and process manual. Developer of manual data collections systems
- 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.
- Responsible for the administration of assigned group benefits plans, which includes setting up new members, processing of benefit changes, calculating payroll deductions/taxable benefits, billing verification, and payroll reconciliation. Ensures all sites are providing benefits information on time and that forms have been completed correctly and regularly audits the benefit process.
- Communicated with site General Manager/Administration Staff on items that may impact pay.
- Verified journal entries on a bi-weekly basis for entry, verification, and posting by accounting.
- Miscellaneous duties including monitoring and reconciling garnishees and other deductions, Processing payroll AP cheque request, maintenance of regular reports (i.e. sick, vacation, seniority), ad hoc reporting, and responding to queries.
- As needed setup new companies within ADP and complete all onboarding requirements.
- Complied and submitted year-end, T4 processing, and reconciliations as required.
- Provided ongoing recommendations for improvements to our processes.
Cashier
HART Department Store
01.2019 - 12.2021
- Responsible for balancing float, safe
- Opening and closing procedures
- Provides a positive customer experience.
- Resolves customer issues, concerns, and answers questions
- Maintains a clean, safe work environment complying with policies and procedures.
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
- Hosted tours in addition to various office tasks. Fulfilled expected salesclerk duties in the gift shop.
- Communicated with people from different countries, ages groups and languages.
- Led group kayaking tours, ensuring safety and enjoyment for participants of all skill levels.
- Developed tailored kayaking routes based on environmental conditions and participant experience.
Education
Accounting and Payroll Specialist - Diploma
TriOS College
Hamilton, Ontario01.2021
Adventure Tourism - Diploma
North Island College
Campbell River, British Columbia01.2005
Early Childhood Education - Diploma
Mohawk College
Hamilton, OntarioSkills
- 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
01.2021 - 12.2024
Cashier
HART Department Store
01.2019 - 12.2021
Kimberly’s Cleaning Services
01.2007 - 12.2019
Adventure Tourism/Kayak Guide
Quadra Kayaks
01.2005 - 12.2016
Adventure Tourism - Diploma
North Island College
Accounting and Payroll Specialist - Diploma
TriOS College
Early Childhood Education - Diploma
Mohawk College
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