Payroll and Benefits Administrator

Richards Buell Sutton LLP; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Payroll and Benefits Administrator to join their dynamic HR team in Vancouver. This part-time position involves managing payroll for a diverse workforce, ensuring compliance with Canadian payroll legislation, and administering employee benefits. The successful candidate will have a strong background in payroll administration, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with staff. Join a firm committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and making a meaningful impact in the legal field.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of full-cycle Canadian payroll and benefits experience.
• Experience with payroll software and HRIS systems.
• Strong understanding of Canadian payroll legislation.

Responsibilities

• Administer payroll for 175 staff and lawyers, including quarterly partner draws.
• Conduct orientation meetings for new hires and manage benefits administration.
• Prepare payroll and HR reports following each pay cycle.

Skills

Canadian payroll administration

Benefits administration

Advanced Excel skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Customer service skills

Attention to detail

Education

Post-secondary education in accounting or finance

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

HRIS systems

Job description

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Manager, Human Resources at Richards Buell Sutton LLP

Position Description:

As a full service law firm with a rich history of over 150 years in Vancouver, Richards Buell Sutton LLP (RBS) is committed to providing the highest standard of service to our clients, and strives to be one of the top employers in BC! RBS has both a Vancouver and Surrey (Guildford) office.

We are seeking a 3 to 4 days per week (21 to 28 hours per week) experienced Payroll and Benefits Administrator to add to our Vancouver HR Team. You will report to the Manager of Human Resources and the Director of Human Resources.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administration of payroll for 175 staff and lawyers, including quarterly partner draws, for semi-monthly payroll (ADP Workforce Now); produce payroll and HR reports following each pay cycle including but not limited to demographics, stats, reports from benefit providers and leave reports
• Reconcile payroll and benefits for Accounting, for payment processing
• Conduct orientation meetings with lawyers and support staff hires including signing up new staff and lawyers on all benefits
• Administration of benefits for staff and lawyers, including but not limited to: RBC, Sun Life and others, including but not limited to: Long Term disability, Short-Term disability, RRSP (staff), Extended Health and Dental plans, Employment Assistance Program and Optional Critical Illness plan
• Manage all aspects of Firm’s benefit programs including enrollment, changes and terminations for all eligible members and, setup on payroll as required
• Communicate all benefit changes, e.g. rate increases and enhancements to any benefits, to all Firm members
• RRSP (staff) - oversee the plan from enrolment, changes to termination and setup of contributions via payroll
• Update/enter employee’s education subsidy, employee referral fees and fitness/transit subsidy reimbursements through payroll
• Prepare salary, bonus, benefits and service awards budgets for HR Manager/Director
• Answer queries and assist lawyers and support staff with various benefit and payroll inquiries and implement any changes
• Year-end processing including T-4’s, T4A’s and T2200s for CRA and ADP
• Prepare final pay and exit documentation for departing employees (terminations, resignations, maternity and parental leaves) and Record of Employment forms, as required
• Update HRIS and ADP systems with information for new and current employees
• Providing general support to HR
• Other duties associated to HR, as needed

Qualifications and Skills:

• 6 – 8years+ of full-cycle Canadian payroll and benefits administration experience
• Post-secondary education in accounting, finance, or a related field
• Experience using payroll software, time and attendance systems, and HRIS systems
• Advanced Excel skills
• Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation an asset
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now an asset, (although we are contemplating a conversion)
• Strong organizational and attention to detail skills
• Must possess the ability to prioritize, multi-task, and meet deadlines
• Must possess the ability to think of their feet and change directions split second
• Strong understanding of Canadian payroll legislation and regulations (employment standards, taxation, WCB, EI, benefits).
• Successful candidate must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge and experience in handling benefit and GL reconciliations
• Must be able to work independently, with limited supervision at times
• Must be team and service minded
• Strong customer service skills required, with an ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships
• Must possess strong analytical skills, with an acute ability to detect errors and take corrective actions as required
• Criminal and Financial Credit checks required
• This is an IN-person position that requires the individual to be in the office.
• Law firm and/or professional services experience an asset

Compensation and Benefits

Salary: $70,000 - 80,000, (FTE), pro-rated according to 3-4 days work-week schedule.

Richards Buell Sutton LLP is committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace, and to making meaningful and continuous improvements to uphold the values of equity, diversity and inclusion.

We thank all those who apply but successful candidates will only be contacted. Come join the RBS team!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Law Practice

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