Payroll and Benefits Administrator

WATT Consulting Group; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Calgary is seeking a Payroll and Benefits Specialist to join their dynamic HR team. This role involves managing payroll processes, benefits administration, and providing recruitment support. The ideal candidate will have extensive payroll experience, strong problem-solving skills, and excellent communication abilities. Join a passionate team committed to creating vibrant communities and grow your career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of payroll and benefits experience required.
• Advanced knowledge in processing bi-weekly payroll.

Responsibilities

• Complete bi-weekly payroll for all employees in a timely manner.
• Facilitate payroll and benefits procedures for employee enrollment.
• Conduct onboarding orientation and exit interviews.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Excellent verbal communication

Excellent written communication

Problem solving

Education

Canadian Payroll Association Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certificate

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

ROLE : This position will be responsible for the payroll and benefits aspect of our dynamic human resources team, as well as providing recruitment support to the HR Director and executive support to the management team.

QUALIFICATIONS :

1. 3 to 5 years of payroll and benefits experience is required.
2. Advanced knowledge in processing bi-weekly payroll using online payroll software.
3. Well-versed in payroll legislation and employment standards. Has initiative to do research.
4. Must treat all HR and Payroll matters with the strictest confidentiality.
5. Detail-oriented; ability to work with numbers quickly and accurately.
6. Extensive experience in benefits enrollment, administration, and processing.
7. Systematic in solving problems and implementing solutions.
8. Competent in Microsoft Excel and quick to learn payroll and accounting software.
9. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
10. Canadian Payroll Association Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certificate is required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

1. Complete bi-weekly payroll for all hourly and salaried employees in a timely manner.
2. Facilitate payroll and benefits procedures for employee enrollment, termination, and adjustments.
3. Set up recurring pay elements such as vacation pay, tax deductions, RSP contributions, and other taxable benefits.
4. Prepare year-end payroll reports and generate T4 documents within the required timelines.
5. Track and report vacation use, monitor banked time and sick day usage, and report to division managers regularly.
6. Maintain accuracy and completeness of all payroll-related records.
7. Assist internal and external auditors as needed.
8. Process new hire documentation, prepare employee packages, and coordinate setup including office & parking allocation, software requirements, and safety training.
9. Reconcile benefits invoices for Group Insurance, Health Spending, and RRSP accounts.
10. Conduct preliminary (phone) and face-to-face interviews for recruiting future hires.
11. Conduct onboarding orientation and exit interviews.
12. Prepare and deliver salary increase, vacation accrual increase, employment changes, and termination letters.
13. Maintain the company policy manual and assist with the implementation of new policies.

Company Information : Since 1983, Watt Consulting Group has been a multi-disciplinary civil engineering, transportation planning, and land survey practice, operating out of offices in Calgary, Victoria, Vancouver, Kelowna, Edmonton, and Lloydminster. We provide transportation planning, engineering, and geomatics services to a wide variety of clients throughout Western Canada. We strive to be recognized as a leader in creating vibrant and livable communities. Join our passionate team that values honesty, excellence, accountability, respect, and teamwork. If you're seeking an exciting opportunity to grow your career in a dynamic organization owned and led by employees, submit your resume here. We thank all applicants for their interest; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Watt Consulting Group is an equal opportunity employer.