Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Service Inspired Restaurants; Burlington; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Service Inspired Restaurants seeks a Payroll and Benefits Specialist responsible for payroll processing and benefits management. The successful candidate will ensure accuracy, maintain compliance with Canadian legislation, and support HR operations. This position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, aimed at fostering professional growth.

Benefits

Extended Health & Dental Benefits

Career Development and Mentorship

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs

Team Member Meal Discounts

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Dining Discounts at all Locations

RSP Matching

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in payroll and benefits administration.
• Strong knowledge of payroll and benefits legislation across Canada.
• Certification in payroll administration (e.g., PCP) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll and manage adjustments.
• Administer employee benefit programs and assist with enrollments.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and prepare government remittances.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Post-secondary education in Business Administration or HR

Tools

ADP WFN

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Company & Brand Overview

Our Story

At Service Inspired Restaurants we take great pride in our diverse portfolio of restaurants and believe a brave, bold and results-driven culture inspires and creates new opportunities for everyone. Our values and promises are not simply a dream, vision, or mission, but a way of life for every person that becomes or wants to become a member of our team.

Our goal is to be the first choice of our guests, team members, supplier partners, communities and investors by living our values and promises in everything we do. These values and promises describe how we conduct business, achieve our goal, and live our passion.

Our Brands

Jack Astor’s Bar and GrillSCADDABUSH Italian Kitchen & BarReds Wine TavernThe Loose Moose and The Antler RoomDuke's Refresher + BarAbbey’s Bake House Muskoka

Be A Part of Our StoryYour potential is limitless and here’s our investment in you:

• Competitive Pay
• Extended Health & Dental Benefits
• Accelerated Leadership Program
• Career Development and Mentorship
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
• Team Member Meal Discounts
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Dining Discounts at all Locations
• RSP Matching

Duties & Responsibilities

Duties & Responsibilities:

The Payroll and Benefits Specialist will be responsible for administering payroll processing, benefits management, and other related HR functions for SIR Corp. This role requires a high level of accuracy, confidentiality, and an understanding of payroll and benefits legislation across Canada. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and will be able to manage multiple tasks with efficiency and precision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Payroll Administration:
• Process bi-weekly payroll for all employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable laws and company policies.
• Manage payroll adjustments, vacation, sick leave, overtime, and bonus calculations.
• Ensure all payroll data is accurately entered into the payroll system and verify the accuracy of pay for employees.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues and discrepancies.
• Prepare and submit government remittances, including income tax, EI, CPP, and other statutory deductions.

• Benefits Administration:
• Administer employee benefit programs including health, dental, life insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Assist employees with benefit enrollment, changes, claims, and inquiries.
• Maintain accurate records of employee benefits and ensure timely communication of updates to employees.
• Work with insurance providers and third-party administrators to resolve benefit issues.

• Record-Keeping and Reporting:
• Maintain accurate payroll and benefits records in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Generate and analyze payroll and benefits reports for management as needed.
• Prepare year-end reports (T4, T4A, etc.) and assist with year-end payroll reconciliation.

• Compliance and Audits:
• Stay up-to-date with relevant payroll, tax, and benefits legislation to ensure compliance, including payroll regulations in all provinces where SIR Corp. operates.
• Participate in audits (internal and external) to verify payroll and benefits compliance.

• Other HR Administration Support:
• Provide general administrative support to the HR team as needed.
• Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring proper payroll setup and benefits enrollment.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in Business Administration, HR, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in payroll and benefits administration.
• Proficient in payroll software (ADP WFN an asset) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong knowledge of payroll and benefits legislation across Canada, including provincial-specific payroll requirements (e.g., Ontario, Nova Scotia, Quebec and Newfoundland).
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Certification in payroll administration (e.g., PCP) is preferred.
• Possess five values that define our people:

• Enhancing the dignity, comfort and well-being of Our People
• Being forthright, truthful and transparent with Our People
• Working to always improve the experience of Our People
• Bringing the spirit of laughter, celebration, sharing and joy to Our People
• Acting with conviction in the balanced interest of Our People

Service Inspired Restaurants is committed to fair and equitable recruiting practices in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA). Persons with disabilities are encouraged to come forward at any stage of the recruitment process to request accommodations, if needed. Members of our team will consult and create processes that provide individuals with disabilities the best possible recruitment experience.

Min

CAD $65,000.00/Yr.

Max

CAD $72,000.00/Yr.