Payroll & Accounting Coordinator

This Opportunity Our Toronto studio is searching for a highly motivated, detailed oriented, organized and reliable Payroll & Accounting Coordinator to join our Finance team. Reporting to the Global Controller, the Payroll & Accounting Coordinator will work in a way that continually strengthens the health of the organization and contributes to the vision through effective deployment of Payroll & Accounting responsibilities. The Payroll & Accounting Coordinator will be responsible for supporting the Finance team with experience in both Payroll & Accounting operations.

If you are an experienced payroll and accounting professional seeking a challenge and the chance to flourish in a fulfilling environment, we encourage you to apply Key Responsibilities Work with ADP to coordinate bi-weekly payroll, and off-cycle pay runs as required for Toronto & Vancouver Working within the ERP System (BST) to ensure accurate completion of employee timesheets and managing data within the system Maintain vacation/paid time off tracking spreadsheet in compliance with company policies Work on payroll cost allocation bookkeeping and assisting with general ledger duties and reconciliations, and general payroll entries as necessary Preparing timely and accurate monthly management reports Assist with the ongoing development, improvement, and implementation of financial policies, procedures, and processes Liaise with external auditors and assist in preparation of audit working papers Work on other financial analysis and reports as required Ensure benefit invoices are processed, paid and reconciled in a timely manner Assist with ad-hoc accounting and HR requests as needed Respond to employee inquiries in a timely manner, communicating effectively both orally and in writing Position Requirements As a successful candidate you possess the following knowledge, experience, and skill set: Completed post-secondary education in Accounting/Business or related field 2 years’ experience in payroll processing Experience in an architectural/design firm considered an asset Payroll experience (preferably ADP) required, payroll certifications (PCP) an asset US Payroll and Benefits knowledge Sound accounting knowledge and practical experience Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word) Possesses a keen eye for detail and consistently delivers with a high degree of precision Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to work well under pressure and adhere to tight deadlines Outgoing personality with the ability to develop relationships with a broad mix of people through awareness of the audience and the flexibility to adapt to the environment Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Experience in handling sensitive/confidential information OTHER DUTIES Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for the job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. BENEFITS OF WORKING AT BH People represent our most valued asset.

By investing in our employees, we are also investing in the ongoing success of our company. We pride ourselves on offering a comprehensive, People First benefits package to promote health and wellness, enhance work/life balance and ensure long-term stability for our employees and their families. Hybrid work arrangements with a combination of working in our Toronto Studio and remotely Competitive pay An excellent employer paid Extended Health & Dental Benefit, Life, and AD&D Referral bonus program Company’s perks/discounts (i.e Goodlife, perkopolis etc.) You will be exposed to an open, continuous-learning environment where professional development and career progression is encouraged You will work within a dynamic, driven, high-achieving, close-knit, and fun-loving team And lots of fun studio events OUR FIRM BH is a global, award-winning, full-service design firm recognized for excellence in sustainable design, technical expertise and the delivery of complex, large-scale projects.

A legacy of 70 years of design innovation and problem solving has endowed us with a depth of knowledge, skill and agility that benefits each client we serve, wherever they are in the world. We are committed to delivering high-performance and sustainable communities, buildings and environments that exceed client expectations, contribute to human well-being, and enhance the health of our planet. We believe in the power of design to elevate people’s lives and we are committed to doing everything necessary to deliver environments that outperform our clients’ expectations, now and in the future.

Collaborating across ten studios in Toronto, Vancouver, Seattle, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Singapore & Ho Chi Minh City, BH’s architects, interior designers, planners, landscape architects, organizational design specialists, experience designers, researchers, analysts, and brand strategists combine strategic thinking, bold design, and advanced technology with the creative human energy of an interdisciplinary, multi-generational team. BH delivers strategic consulting and high-value design solutions that shape spaces, communities, and economies. At BH we push the limits of creativity by acknowledging the humanity in the creative process.

We believe in letting things get a little messy while we let our minds explore the bounds of what’s possible. Once we’ve found something truly new, then we reassemble it into the clean, well-executed project our clients expect from us. Join us if you’re willing to try new things, to go bold, and to let the best idea win.

If you’re willing to stretch yourself and you want to create something that’s never existed before, we want you. For more information, please visit https://bharchitects.com/en/ Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values at BH. A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our clients, the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues.

BH is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. We are committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, anti-racism and inclusion in the delivery of our design, services and workplaces. BH Architects is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

BH Architects encourages applications from all applicants, including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the LGBTQIA community. Accommodations for applicants are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process, including for those who identify as having a disability. Please contact the People & Culture team for accommodation requests.

Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.