Payroll and Benefits Coordinator

Compass-Early-Learning-and-Car; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Early Learning and Care in Ontario is seeking a permanent Payroll and Benefits Coordinator to join the Human Relations Team. The role covers semi-monthly payroll, benefits administration, pension reporting and leaves of absence, with data accuracy and confidentiality paramount.

The successful candidate will have 2–5 years payroll experience, HRIS/Workday proficiency, and strong communication and Excel skills. Apply to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• 2–5 years minimum payroll processing experience.
• Experience working within an HRIS system (required).
• Experience with Workday or similar payroll systems (preferred).
• Post-secondary diploma/degree/certificate in an applicable field.

Responsibilities

• Administer semi-monthly payroll and payroll deductions.
• Coordinate benefits, pension, leaves of absence and related changes.
• Prepare payroll-related reports and audits; maintain confidential records.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance on hires, terminations and changes to compensation or benefits.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay, deductions and payroll procedures.

Skills

Payroll processing

HRIS experience

Workday

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel

Education

Postsecondary HR-related credential

Tools

Workday

Microsoft Office

Word

SharePoint

Excel

Job description

Payroll and Benefits CoordinatorPosition: Benefits and Payroll CoordinatorJob Type: PermanentHours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday.Starting Rate of Pay: $30.21 - $35.07Anticipated Start Date: September 21, 2026Please apply by September 11, 2026Hiring DeclarationsCompass Early Learning and Care does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to make hiring decisions. We value authentic applications that accurately reflect each candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications. Applicants are responsible for ensuring all information submitted is truthful and represents their own work and experience.About Us:Compass Early Learning and Care (CELC) has been in operation since 1981 and is one of the largest not-for-profit child care organizations serving East-Central Ontario. With over 700 Staff and 80 Home childcare providers, we offer 46 high-quality licensed childcare centres and over 80 licensed homes serving over 4,000 familiesFor over forty years, Compass ELC has been dedicated to early learning and child care. We believe in creating nurturing environments that celebrate children's curiosity and whole selves. Our organization fosters a culture of growth, collaboration, and inclusivity, where every team member has the opportunity to thrive. We are committed to supporting children and families in our community.Job Posting Declarations:Compass Early Learning and Care does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to make hiring decisions. We value authentic applications that accurately reflect each candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications. Applicants are responsible for ensuring all information submitted is truthful and represents their own work and experience.This posting is for a new position within our Human Relations Team to support with organizational growth.About Compass Early Learning and Care:Compass Early Learning and Care (CELC) has been in operation since 1981 and is one of the largest not-for-profit childcare organizations serving East-Central Ontario. With over 700 Staff and 80 Home childcare providers, we offer 46 high-quality licensed childcare centers and over 50 licensed homes serving over 4,000 familiesFor over forty years, Compass ELC has been dedicated to early learning and childcare. We believe in creating nurturing environments that celebrate children's curiosity and whole selves. Our organization fosters a culture of growth, collaboration, and inclusivity, where every team member has the opportunity to thrive. We are committed to supporting children and families in our community.Please see our attached Vision Framework for more information:About the Role:The Payroll and Benefits Coordinator is responsible for administering and supporting our benefits, pension, leaves of absence and payroll coordination within the organization.Some accountabilities associated with the role include:Payroll System:Prepare and process semi-monthly payroll for the organization.WSIB, Employer Health Tax, Canada Summer jobs reconciliationReviewing and verifying timesheets, attendance records, wage changes, and other payroll data.Maintain employee payroll records and ensure data accuracy within payroll systems.Administer payroll deductions, garnishments, taxes, and benefit withholdings.Reconcile payroll reports and assist with audits and compliance requirements.Collaborate with HR and Finance teams regarding new hires, terminations, compensation changes, and benefit updates.Prepare payroll-related reports and maintain confidential records.Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay, taxes, deductions, and payroll procedures.Benefits CoordinationOnboarding, offboarding, employment leaves, and employment changesGeneral communication with benefits representatives and staffMonthly/quarterly audits, reviews, and reportingPlan renewals and changesPension CoordinationOnboarding, offboarding, employment leaves and employment changesGeneral communication with pension representatives and staffPension contribution reportingLeaves of Absence CoordinationCommunication with employees and all stakeholders regarding employee leaves of absence (including benefits, pension, WSIB)Tracking dates and documents as they pertain to employee leavesComplete forms and reports that pertain to employee leavesSkills and Qualifications:2 to 5 years minimum of payroll processing experienceExperience working within a Human Resources Information System (Required)Experience in using Workday or similar Payroll systems (Preferred)Post Secondary Diploma/Degree/Certificate in an applicable fieldFamiliar with the Employee Standards ActKnowledge of payroll practices, wage and hour laws, payroll software systems, and Record of Employment.Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.Effective communication skills.Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, SharePoint, and Excel.Membership with the Human Resources Professional Association (HRPA) or National Payroll Institute (NPI) valued but not requiredHow to Apply:Please apply directly to our job posting with your resume and cover letter, or you can email [e-mail] address issues of systemic inequity within our communities, we strongly encourage individuals from communities and groups that have historically been disadvantaged and/or marginalized, including First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous Peoples of Canada, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, individuals who identify as women and/or gender diverse, 2SLGBTQ+ persons, and persons with lived or living experience of homelessness to apply.In keeping with Compass Early Learning & Care's commitment to providing service in a manner that is accessible to all, reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants upon request. We are committed to reducing barriers to employment, and we encourage you to bring your true or whole self and way of being to the interview process. We welcome differences and we are happy to make meetings accessible based on your needs.Please contact our Human Relations Coordinator – Hiring and Recruitment at: 705-749-3488 ext. 217, [e-mail] and Accessibility:To address issues of systemic inequity within our communities, we strongly encourage individuals from communities and groups that have historically been disadvantaged and/or marginalized, including First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous Peoples of Canada, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, individuals who identify as women and/or gender diverse, 2SLGBTQ+ persons, and persons with lived or living experience of homelessness to apply.We are committed to reducing barriers to employment, providing accommodations upon request and ensuring an accessible interview process. We encourage you to bring your true or whole self and way of being to the interview process.CC904 Human Relations