Payroll Specialist (20 Month Contract) - Point of Care (Ottawa)

Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You will have access to:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.

• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.

• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

This position is based at our Ottawa office within the Point of Care division and requires on‑site presence four days per week, with the option to work remotely one day.  Our Point of Care diagnostic portfolio spans key health and therapeutic areas, including Chemistry, Electrolytes, Hematology, Blood Gases, Coagulation, Endocrinology, Cardiac Markers, Neurology, and Informatics. 

As the Payroll Specialist, you’ll have the chance to ensure employees are paid accurately, on time, and with excellence. You’ll also play a key role in elevating payroll processes, supporting strategic initiatives, and driving continuous improvement.  This role reports directly to the Payroll Manager and is a part of the HR Team. In this role you will be working for our biggest manufacturing site in Canada with approximately 700 employees on site.

Deliver accurate and timely semi-monthly payroll processing

Collaborate with HR, Finance, and employees to ensure seamless payroll operations

Manage payroll changes including hires, promotions, leaves, and terminations

Administer benefits, pension, stock plans, and taxable benefits

Reconcile payroll data (ADP, Workday, Kronos) and ensure compliance

Support audits, reporting, and year-end processes (T4s, CRA, WSIB, EHT)

Enhance and automate payroll processes for efficiency and accuracy

Provide responsive, high-quality support to employees

Contribute to strategic payroll initiatives and cross-functional projects

Diploma in Business Administration, HR, Finance or Accounting

Three to six years of payroll experience

Strong knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation (Ontario & federal)

Experience with ADP Workforce Now, Workday, and time systems (Kronos is a plus)

Solid accounting and reconciliation skills

Advanced Excel and strong systems agility

Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving ability

Customer-focused with excellent communication skills

Able to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines

PCP designation (or working towards it)

Bi-lingual (English/French) is an asset

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $68,250.00 to $100,100.00 CAD. The salary range provided applies to Canada only and does not apply to any other locations outside of Canada.

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.