Payroll Services in Toronto

Payroll Services in Toronto for Small Businesses
Apex Accounting gives Toronto small businesses accurate, on-time payroll without the stress. We handle every pay run: calculations, deductions, CRA remittances, T4s, ROEs and year-end. Your team gets paid correctly and you stay compliant. Since 2016 we’ve helped 500+ GTA businesses run payroll, with fixed monthly fees and a dedicated payroll specialist.
What you get

500+

GTA businesses served

10 yrs

Supporting Canadian owners

100%

On-time CRA filings

Outsourced Payroll Services in Toronto: Take the Stress Out of Payday

Payroll is more than paying your employees. Every pay cycle means calculating gross pay, withholding CPP, EI and income tax, remitting to the CRA on time, and keeping records current as staff join, leave or change hours. One missed remittance or wrong deduction can mean CRA penalties, interest and unhappy employees.

When you outsource payroll to Apex, a Toronto payroll team that knows Ontario rules takes care of the details. You spend less time on paperwork and more time running your business.

Why Toronto Businesses Choose Apex for Payroll

Payroll from $99/month plus a per-employee fee

Our Payroll Services

Payroll Setup & Onboarding

We set up your payroll account and employee profiles, pay schedules, vacation pay and benefits correctly from day one. Switching providers? We move your year-to-date data over so nothing is lost mid-year.

Payroll Processing & Calculations

We run weekly, bi-weekly, semi-monthly or monthly payroll, including salaries, hourly wages, overtime, bonuses, commissions and vacation pay, with direct deposit to your employees.

CPP, EI & Income Tax Remittances

We calculate and remit source deductions to the CRA on your required schedule, so you avoid late-remittance penalties.

WSIB & Ontario EHT

We help you register for and report to WSIB and the Ontario Employer Health Tax (EHT), including annual EHT reconciliation for eligible employers.

ROEs & Employee Changes

We issue Records of Employment (ROEs) on time for departures, leaves and layoffs, and handle new hires, raises and terminations smoothly.

T4s, T4As & Year-End Filing

We prepare and file T4 and T4A slips and the summary with the CRA, and reconcile the year so your year-end and corporate tax filing go cleanly.

Payroll Reports

You get clear payroll registers, journal entries and cost reports every cycle. They sync with your QuickBooks Online books.

Certified ADP & Ceridian Payroll Partner in Toronto

Apex is a wholesale partner with ADP and Ceridian (Dayforce), two of Canada’s leading payroll platforms. You get enterprise-grade payroll software, an employee self-serve portal and secure direct deposit, plus a local accounting team that manages it for you. Already on ADP or Ceridian? We can take over the management of your existing account.

Payroll Management From Start to Finish

Apex provides complete payroll management for Toronto small businesses. We cover everything from first-time setup to year-end filing, so payroll stays accurate, on time and CRA-compliant.

Payroll Setup & Configuration

We set up your payroll account, pay schedules, employee profiles, vacation pay and benefits. If you’re switching from another provider, we transfer your year-to-date data with no disruption.

Payroll Processing

We run weekly, bi-weekly, semi-monthly or monthly payroll, covering wages, overtime, bonuses and commissions. Employees are paid on time by direct deposit.

CRA Source Deduction Remittances

We calculate CPP, EI and income tax deductions and remit them to the CRA on your schedule, so you avoid penalties and interest.

WSIB & Ontario EHT Compliance

We handle WSIB reporting and Ontario Employer Health Tax registration, calculation and annual filing, keeping you compliant with provincial rules.

ROEs, T4s & Year-End Filing

We issue Records of Employment on time and prepare and file T4 and T4A slips. We also reconcile payroll at year-end so your books and tax filings line up.

Payroll Reports & Records

You get clear payroll registers, cost summaries and journal entries every cycle. They sync with QuickBooks Online and keep your records audit-ready.

Payroll & Government Remittance Support

Apex manages your payroll remittances and government filings, so every deduction is correct, paid on time and CRA-compliant.

How We Keep Your Payroll on Track

We look after every payroll step, from setup to ongoing support, so your team is paid correctly and on time.
01
Understand Your Payroll
We start with a free consultation to learn about your business, team size, pay schedule and current payroll setup.
02
Set Up Your System
We set up your payroll, employee profiles and CRA payroll account, and transfer your year-to-date data if you’re switching providers.

03

Process Your Payroll
Every pay cycle, we calculate pay and deductions, pay employees by direct deposit, remit to the CRA on time and send you clear reports.

04

Support Ongoing Changes
We handle new hires, raises, bonuses, leaves and ROEs as they happen, and file your T4s at year-end.

Why Toronto Businesses Choose Apex for Payroll

Fixed, Transparent Pricing

Payroll from $99/month plus a small per-employee fee. You know your cost up front, with no surprise bills.

ADP & Ceridian Partner

As a wholesale partner with ADP and Ceridian, we give you enterprise-grade payroll software, managed by a local Toronto team.

A Dedicated Payroll Specialist

You work with one person who knows your business and your team, not a call centre.

Payroll, Bookkeeping & Tax in One Place

Payroll flows straight into your QuickBooks Online books, GST/HST filings and corporate tax return, so you get one team and no gaps.

“With a busy restaurant and a growing team, payroll was becoming difficult to manage. Apex handles our payroll, deductions, remittances, and employee changes accurately and on schedule.”

François Mile, Restaurant — Owner, Toronto

Less Payroll Admin. More Time for Your Business.

Accurate pay runs, on-time CRA remittances and clear reports, all handled by Apex.

Payroll Setup & Software Support

Can you connect payroll with our accounting system?

Yes. Apex can help keep payroll information connected with your broader accounting and reporting workflow. We also provide payroll services for tech startups Toronto businesses can use as their teams and payroll needs grow.

Can you connect payroll with our accounting system?

Yes. Apex can help keep payroll information connected with your broader accounting and reporting workflow using platforms such as QuickBooks, Xero, Zoho, NetSuite, and Wave.

Payroll Services Across the GTA

From Toronto and Scarborough to Brampton, Apex provides reliable payroll support, including payroll services Brampton businesses can rely on, with in-person and remote options available.

Toronto

230 Sackville St, Toronto, ON, M5A 0B8

Scarborough

1193 Brimley Rd, Scarborough, ON M1P 3G4

Brampton

370 Steeles Ave W, Brampton, ON, L6Y 0P8

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Let Apex Handle the Payroll

From processing and deductions to remittances and reporting, get reliable support at every step.