Payroll and Benefits Administrator

Vancouver Airport Authority; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Airport Authority is seeking a Payroll and Benefits Administrator to join the Total Rewards team. You will deliver accurate payroll and benefits services while ensuring compliance with regulatory and collective agreement requirements, supporting a positive work culture focused on growth.

The role involves collaborating with HR, Finance, and operations to support employee lifecycle activities and respond to inquiries with professionalism and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in payroll/benefits in a unionized environment.
• Completion of NPI PCP program or equivalent training.
• Experience with payroll systems (Dayforce/UKG/SuccessFactors) is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Process and administer payroll accurately for salaried, hourly and unionized employees.
• Interpret collective agreement provisions related to wages, overtime, leaves and other entitlements.
• Maintain employee records including time and attendance with confidentiality.
• Reconcile payroll data, resolve discrepancies, and respond to inquiries from employees and managers.
• Administer employee benefits programs and process changes efficiently.
• Prepare ROEs, remittances, year-end reporting and T4 statements.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and operations to ensure timely updates.

Skills

Payroll systems

Excel advanced

Data analysis

Stakeholder communication

Time management

Education

NPI PCP program or equivalent

Tools

Ceridian Dayforce

UKG

SuccessFactors

Job description

YVR is a place of connection, bringing together people, places and cargo while ensuring a safe and efficient experience for everyone. As part of the HR team, Total Rewards goes beyond just the pay check, encompassing health and wellness benefits, career development opportunities, recognition programs, and a supportive work environment that collectively form the foundation of our commitment to our employees' holistic well-being and growth.

Position overview

Are you someone who is passionate about payroll and providing exceptional customer service? Do you thrive in a dynamic and collaborative team environment where you can contribute to the success of the organization? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

We are looking for a highly skilled and customer-focused Payroll and Benefits Administrator to join our Total Rewards Department. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering accurate and timely payroll and benefits services while maintaining compliance with all regulatory and collective agreement requirements. As a vital member of our team, you will work closely with the Manager of Payroll, contributing to a positive work culture that fosters growth and development.

Key responsibilities include:

• Process and administer payroll accurately and on time for all YVR employees, including salaried, hourly, and unionized employees, ensuring compliance with regulations and tax laws.
• Interpret and apply collective agreement provisions related to wages, overtime, shift premiums, statutory holiday pay, leaves, and other payroll-related entitlements.
• Maintain accurate employee records, including time and attendance, vacation, sick leave, and other types of leave, while ensuring confidentiality and adhering to data privacy regulations
• Review, validate, and reconcile payroll data to ensure accuracy, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues in a timely and professional manner.
• Provide exceptional service by responding to employee, manager, and union inquiries related to payroll, benefits, and leave administration with professionalism and attention to detail.
• Administer employee benefits programs, including health and dental plans, pension plans, and other perquisites, and process employee changes accurately and efficiently.
• Prepare and process payroll-related documentation, including Records of Employment (ROEs), remittances, year-end reporting, and T4 statements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across HR, Finance, and operational teams to support employee lifecycle activities and ensure accurate and timely processing of related updates.

Key qualifications include:

• Minimum of 3 to 5 years' experience in a similar role in a unionized environment with a proven track record of success
• Completion of NPI (National Payroll Institute) PCP Program and accounting courses, or a combination of equivalent training and experience
• Proficiency in Ceridian Dayforce, UKG, and SuccessFactors, or payroll and HRM systems experience is highly desirable.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills to manipulate and analyze complex data sets with ease
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet strict deadlines.

Although not required, French language skills are an asset as we are committed to providing bilingual services to our visitors and passengers. This helps us meet federal language obligations while ensuring a welcoming experience. Candidates who do not speak French are still strongly encouraged to apply.

This position is open to both Vancouver Airport Authority employees and external applicants. Previous job performance will be taken into consideration for all internal candidates that apply for this position.

As part of our recruitment process, short-listed candidates may be required to participate in an assessment process.