Payroll Specialist

WJS Canada; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll and Benefits Specialist to manage payroll processes and employee benefits. This role involves ensuring compliance with legislation, resolving payroll discrepancies, and collaborating with various teams. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in Canadian payroll practices and strong knowledge of employment laws. Join a supportive team that values collaboration and innovation, and enjoy a range of benefits including competitive wages, work/life balance, and professional development opportunities. If you're ready to contribute to a company that values diversity and inclusion, apply now!

Benefits

Work/life balance

Learning and career development

Competitive wages and benefits

Paid vacation

Pension and retirement plans

Professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Rewards for long service

Referral bonuses

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in Canadian payroll and benefits practices.
• Strong knowledge of payroll processes, policies, and employment laws.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for employees across multiple provinces, ensuring compliance.
• Coordinate and administer employee benefits programs.

Skills

Canadian payroll practices

Payroll Leadership Professional (PLP)

Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP)

HRIS systems

MS Office

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

3-5 years of experience in payroll

Tools

HRIS systems

Job description

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Payroll and Benefits Specialist

We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll and Benefits Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing payroll processes across multiple provinces, ensuring compliance with legislation, and administering employee benefits programs.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Process bi-weekly, semi-monthly, and monthly payroll for employees in Alberta, British Columbia, and Ontario, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.
2. Manage and resolve payroll discrepancies and issues promptly.
3. Coordinate with HR, IT, and Finance teams to ensure accurate employee data management in HRIS and payroll systems.
4. Stay updated on provincial payroll legislation and labor laws to ensure compliance.
5. Prepare and submit payroll-related reports, including tax filings, WCB reports, and union dues.
6. Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll matters.
7. Support HR initiatives related to payroll and benefits improvements.
8. Collaborate with the HRIS Specialist to resolve system issues.
9. Manage year-end payroll activities, including T4s and ROEs.
10. Coordinate and administer employee benefits programs such as health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, and voluntary benefits.
11. Coordinate open enrollment, plan renewals, and contract updates.
12. Serve as the primary contact for employee benefits inquiries.
13. Verify and input employee data changes.
14. Ensure all applicants provide necessary background checks prior to employment confirmation.

Ideal Candidate:

• 3-5 years of experience in Canadian payroll and benefits practices.
• Payroll Leadership Professional (PLP) or Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) designation or working towards it.
• Strong knowledge of payroll processes, policies, and employment laws.
• Experience with unionized payroll is a strong asset.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and MS Office.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.

About Taproot Community Support Services

At Taproot, we value collaboration, learning, and innovation. Join a team where your voice matters, and together, we're building a company we're proud of. We offer:

• Work/life balance
• Learning and career development
• Competitive wages and benefits
• Paid vacation
• Pension and retirement plans
• Professional development
• Employee Assistance Program
• Rewards for long service
• Referral bonuses

Visit our website: taproot.ca for more information.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. No telephone inquiries; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Ready to join us? Apply now!