Payroll Administrator (18 Month Contract)

• You want to work at a company that is building impactful, relevant technology. Auvik’s network management software helps IT teams by automating time-consuming tasks, streamlining operations, and mitigating risk. It’s more important than ever to be able to remotely monitor and manage network infrastructure, and with Auvik, IT professionals have that essential visibility and control.

• You want to work with a leadership team who are transparent and trustworthy. Our senior leaders have a vision for Auvik. They are experienced, knowledgeable, approachable, and consistently working hard to drive success, both for the company and the team of people who make it happen.

• You want to work with a product customers love. People rave about what we’ve built. Our customers are smart, aspirational, and highly technical. It pays to get the details right.

• You want regular opportunities for learning and growth. With ongoing feedback from leadership, you’ll find that Auvik encourages you to be your very best. Our onboarding process is thorough and informative because we want to make sure you’re prepared to have a great work experience. We also have programs designed to help you take the next steps you want for your career.

• You want the flexibility to manage your work, your way. We’re a fully distributed team and we’re prepared to continue to support working from home (or the space you choose!). We trust you to get the job done where you feel most comfortable and effective.

What’s this role about?

As our Payroll Accountant reporting to the Payroll Manager, you’ll help the finance team with the ongoing administration of Auvik’s payroll and accounting processes. 

What will I be doing?

• Payroll Processing: Administer semi-monthly payroll for Canada and the U.S., as well as monthly payroll for international locations.
• Employee Support: Act as the primary point of contact for all payroll-related inquiries.
• Data Management: Maintain and update payroll, incentive, and equity system records.
• Reconciliations: Conduct routine payroll and benefits reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Payroll Administration: Support the Payroll Manager with all areas of payroll administration, including: month-end processes, incentive calculations, stock option management, and common share administration.
• Accounting & Reporting: Perform daily payroll accounting tasks, including posting general ledger entries, calculating stock compensation expenses, and managing fixed asset amortization.
• Month-End Close: Prepare journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations while assisting with cost analysis.
• Year-End Compliance: Assist with payroll year-end processes, including tax form preparation, reconciliation, and balancing.
• Process Optimization: Identify and implement improvements to enhance payroll and accounting workflows.
• Audit Support: Assist with annual audits to ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Ad Hoc Projects: Contribute to special projects as needed.

What are we looking for?

• A few years of Canadian payroll experience (U.S. and international payroll experience is a plus).
• Post-secondary degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience in corporate accounting, ideally in a multi-entity environment.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll systems (Ceridian Dayforce preferred).
• Strong time management, problem-solving, and analytical abilities.
• Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of the organization, both verbally and in writing.
• Capable of working independently and within cross-functional teams, managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certification or actively working toward it.

We’re actively hiring for this role and looking to bring someone great onto the team as soon as possible. 
About Auvik

Auvik delivers cloud-based network management software that gives IT teams instant visibility and control over their infrastructure — whether on-site, remote, or dispersed across global networks. Our platform automates network discovery, mapping, monitoring, configuration backups, traffic analysis and alerting, so IT professionals and MSPs can manage complex, multi-site environments with ease.

We’re focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you’re excited about this role, but do not meet 100% of the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply. We are happy to make any accommodations you may need throughout the interview process as well. 

Auvik is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other basis forbidden under federal, provincial, or local law.

At Auvik, our hiring process is designed to be personal, transparent, and human-led. Our Talent Acquisition Partners review all resumes, connect with candidates whose skills and experience aligns with the role, and stay in communication with you throughout your journey. If our interests align, you'll meet with a hiring manager, as well as additional members of the hiring team in follow-up conversations. All of your interviews will take place via Zoom.

Before meeting with a hiring manager, we also ask candidates to complete a 5-minute Predictive Index (PI) assessment. This helps us understand and match your strengths and work preferences with roles that will set you up for success.

We use AI tools to support administrative tasks in the hiring process; such as helping source candidates, drafting communications, and interview summaries, so our team can stay focused and present during conversations. We do not use AI tools to interview, screen or assess candidates; or determine who moves forward in the process. We debrief and consider the full context of every conversation before making hiring decisions. We believe hiring requires judgment that can be augmented but, not replaced by AI.