Payroll and Benefits Administrator

Are you ready to take your career to new heights in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? Our esteemed client, a market leader in manufacturing for over four decades, is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented individual to join their team as a full-time permanent Payroll and Benefits Administrator. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in supporting the Human Resources Department, ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of payroll processes and Benefits administration. This role liaises with both internal and external stakeholders.  

If you are ready to embrace challenges and excel in a rewarding environment, we want to hear from you! 

What’s In It For You: 

- Competitive starting salary in the $55-65K range 

- 3-weeks’ vacation 

- RRSP match 

- Health and dental benefits plan 

- EFAP 

- Business casual environment with an open-door policy 

- Free on-site parking and bus stop nearby 

- Fun company social events 

What You’ll Do: 

Payroll: 

- Review and confirm the accuracy of all payroll documentation and records 

- Validate timesheet information and ensure accuracy of calculations 

- Process statutory holiday pay and make adjustments to salaries and Benefits 

- Prepare Record of Employment (ROE) 

- Coordinate direct withdrawals, remittances, and deductions including those for benefits and RRSP 

- Reconcile payroll entries, calculate and adjust accruals 

- Provide comprehensive breakdown of payroll-related charges 

- Process year-end filings and annual production of T4s and T2200 

- Conduct annual audits of Payroll and HRMS records 

- Assist with providing documentation to financial auditors 

Benefits: 

- Process benefits and RRSP applications in a timely fashion 

- Answer inquiries about employee benefits plan and RRSP program 

Reporting: 

- Timely reconcilaition of statutory contributions 

- Maintain attendance and vacation reporting 

- Maintain headcount reporting 

- Ad hoc reporting and trend analysis as required 

What You Bring: 

- 2+ years of payroll experience (processing for roughly 150+ employees) 

- Experience with Payroll and HRMS system  

- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English 

- Proficiency in Gsuite and Microsoft Suite including Excel and Word  

Nice-to-Have Experience: 

- Payroll designation (PCP) 

- Benefits Administration experience 

- Previous experience in manufacturing or production 

- project management experience including data entry  

Personality/Skills Requirements: 

- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality 

- Critical accuracy and attention to detail 

- Strong initiative, self-motivation, and organizational skills 

- Proven ability to multitask and work under pressure in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment 

- Adaptability to demanding and changing situations 

- Critical thinking skills and ability to take initiative 

- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team and independently 

- Strong mathematical proficiency 

- Professionalism and exceptional customer service skills