The Role:

Morningstar is looking for a Global Payroll Specialist to join our Canada Finance team, who will play an integral role in all aspects of Canadian Payroll: administering and processing Canadian payroll for 900+ employees and ensuring payroll is completed accurately, on time and in accordance with applicable legislation, organizational policies and procedures. This position also completes administrative activities relating to pension/benefit requirements, monthly/year-end reconciliations and reporting, and also journal entries and Sarbanes-Oxley Act("SOX") compliance. This full-time position reports to the Payroll Manager and will be based in Chicago.

The Responsibilities:

• Preparation and processing of semi-monthly payrolls for salaried and hourly employees in accordance with applicable legislation and SOX requirements defined for the Canada payroll process.
• Adjust, maintain and process payroll data pertaining to wage increases, leaves of absence, return from leave, and top ups, etc. using ADP Workforce Now ("WFN") application.
• Responsible for the administration and reconciliation of benefits: enrolments, additions, deletions, terminations to maintain accurate records.
• Administer workflow to ensure all payroll transactions (timesheets, on call hours, on call premium) are captured and processed accurately and timely.
• Responsible for importing the inbound integration files into ADP for pension and benefit changes
• Assist in year-end reports and reconciliations i.e.T4's, T4A's ,EHT, RL-1, CNESST etc.
• Investigate and resolve payroll issues with HR regarding new hires, onboarding missing information, terminations, renumeration etc.
• Responds to employee inquiries regarding the pay, pension and benefit programs in a professional and timely manner
• Assist in month end duties as required - preparing journal entries, accruals, ensuring all entries are reconciled to payroll reports.
• Assist with any payroll audits that may arise because of regulatory, internal and external audits
• Performs other duties that may be required or assigned from time to time.

The Qualifications:

• 2+ years of progressive payroll and benefits experience with mid-large sized company.
• Canadian payroll knowledge a plus
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Intermediate in MS Excel- VLOOKUP, Pivot etc.)
• Working experience with ADP WFN payroll software
• A desire and openness to learn and grow within the role and team
• Ability to adapt well to change
• Ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams and contribute to a positive, team-oriented work environment
• Ability to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times
• Ability to follow guidelines and strong attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of the position
• Ability to handle and prioritize a wide variety of tasks accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Well organized, detail minded with a mathematical aptitude and analytical skills

Compensation and Benefits

At Morningstar we believe people are at their best when they are at their healthiest. That's why we champion your wellness through a wide range of programs that support all stages of your personal and professional life. Here are some examples of the offerings we provide:

• Financial Health
  
  • 100% 401k match up to 6% of salary
  • Stock Ownership Potential
  • Company provided life insurance - 1x salary + commission
• Physical Health
  
  • Comprehensive health benefits (medical/dental/vision) including potential premium discounts and company-provided HSA contributions (up to $500-$2,000 annually) for specific plans and coverages
  • Additional medical Wellness Incentives - up to $300-$600 annual
  • Company-provided long- and short-term disability insurance
• Emotional Health
  
  • Trust-Based Time Off
  • 6-week Paid Sabbatical Program
  • 6-Week Paid Family Caregiving Leave
  • Competitive 8-24 Week Paid Parental Leave
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Leadership Coaching & Formal Mentorship Opportunities
  • Annual Flex Stipend - $1000 annually to cover personal education & well-being expenses
  • Tuition Reimbursement
• Social Health
  
  • Charitable Matching Gifts program
  • Dollars for Doers volunteer program
  • Paid volunteering days
  • 15+ Employee Resource & Affinity Groups

Total Cash Compensation Range
$74,325.00-109,008.33
Inclusive of annual base salary and target incentive

Morningstar's hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to collaborate in-person each week as we've found that we're at our best when we're purposely together on a regular basis. In most of our locations, our hybrid work model is four days in-office each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you'll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.