Payroll and Benefits Manager

About Staffing Ltd.; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Calgary is seeking a dedicated Payroll and Benefits Manager for a full-time, permanent role. This position involves overseeing payroll and benefits administration, mentoring a payroll team, and ensuring accuracy in payroll processing while enjoying a hybrid work model after training.

Benefits

Full benefits package included

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience completing full cycle payroll in a unionized environment.
• 3-5 years experience in benefits administration.
• Current knowledge of Alberta Employment Standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll administration and mentor new payroll team members.
• Ensure timely and accurate payroll processing.
• Manage benefits administration and conduct payroll audits.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Communication

Time Management

Understanding of Legislation

Proficient in Payroll Software

Education

Payroll Certificate Program

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Connecting you to Management jobs in Calgary, Alberta!

About Staffingis an Alberta-based recruitment company that connects jobseekers to employers across Canada. Established in 1996, About Staffing is a BBB Accredited Business and a proud member of the Calgary Chamber of Commerce.

We have partnered with aleading healthcare organizationto support them in the recruitment process to find their newest: Payroll and Benefits Manager

Job ID: 42657

Job Type: Direct Hire

Category: Management

Our client, a leading healthcare organization, is seeking a dedicated Payroll & Benefits Manager to join their team in a full-time, permanent role. In this vital position, you’ll play a key role in overseeing payroll and benefits administration for all staff while fostering a supportive and collaborative team environment.

Reporting directly to the Controller, you’ll have the opportunity to lead the payroll team, administer the Group Benefit Plan, manage performance, and ensure payroll is processed accurately and on time. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy mentoring others, and are passionate about maintaining confidentiality and meeting deadlines, this could be the perfect role for you!

Ready to make a difference? Apply today and join a dynamic team that values leadership, communication, and positive energy.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The key job functions are:

• Mentor and support new payroll team members in mastering the payroll cycle process.
• Oversee accurate entry of employee information and address payroll concerns and adjustments.
• Ensure the timely and accurate completion of payroll, including non-worked stats, sick days, and parity.
• Process Employee Data Forms, Letters of Employment, Records of Employment, and other necessary documentation on a bi-weekly basis.
• Manage non-routine earnings and deductions (e.g., garnishees, payouts, and leaves), and generate payroll reports for leadership and auditors.
• Conduct bi-weekly payroll audits and assist staff with routine payroll tasks.
• Provide payroll and benefits training, addressing inquiries from leadership as needed.
• Maintain and verify reporting systems for vacation, seniority, sick days, benefits, and manage union dues processing, reimbursements, and T4 slips distribution

Education:

• Payroll Certificate Program; and/or equivalent professional designation

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience completing full cycle payroll in a unionized environment.
• 3-5+ years experience in benefits administration.
• Current knowledge of Alberta Employment Standards.
• Proven leadership experience.

Skills:

• Excellent leadership and mentoring abilities, with experience managing and supporting a payroll team.
• High attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in payroll processing, data entry, and financial reporting.
• Strong problem-solving skills to address payroll discrepancies and resolve issues promptly.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to provide clear training and respond to inquiries from leadership and staff.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• In-depth understanding of relevant legislation (e.g., payroll, benefits, tax laws) and union agreements.
• Proficient in payroll software and Microsoft Office Suite, with an ability to analyze and generate reports.

Base Salary:$80,000 – 85,000 per year

• Salary based on experience.
• Full benefits package included

Work Hours:

• 40 hours per week
• Monday – Friday

Remote Work:.

• This position offers a hybrid work model after the completion of training.
• Two days work from home, three in office.

Additional Notes:

• This opportunity does not include relocation. It will be the responsibility of the candidate should relocation be required.
• All applicants must be authorized to work in Canada to be considered for employment.

Equity. Diversity. Inclusion.At About Staffing EDI has always been a business priority and is continually upheld in our business practices. The About Staffing team would like to thank everyone who applies and will contact those potential candidates who are suitable for the position based on the employer’s needs.

About Staffingrecruiters are Alberta’s experts in connecting candidates with managementjobs.We focus on temporary, direct hire (permanent) and temporary-to-direct hire placements in the corporate, industrial, management and technical fields.

About Staffing’s recruitment specialists believe in a human-to-human approach in hiring. We read your resume, conduct person-to-person interviews and make our matches to management jobs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens after I apply?

Our Recruitment Team will be notified once you have submitted your resume. They will review your resume against our current job postings. If you meet the employer’s requirements, a recruiter may be in touch to begin the recruitment process.

Please note we are only contacting applicants who meet the employer’s needs of the positions we are actively working on. We are constantly posting management jobs so check back with us regularly.

Please reference Job ID: 42657in your application.