Payroll and Benefits Specialist

PCRecruiter - Recruitment Software & Applicant Tracking System; Canada; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in recruitment software is seeking a Payroll and Benefits Specialist. The role involves overseeing payroll for 1,450 employees and maintaining HRIS and benefit programs. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in payroll management and excellent organizational skills.

Qualifications

• 5 years of payroll/benefits administration experience required.
• PCP certification is mandatory, with PLP preferred.
• Experience with Dayforce and HRIS systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Process accurate and timely payroll for salaried and hourly groups.
• Administer pension enrollment and benefits billing.
• Maintain HRIS and support users of payroll systems.

Skills

Organizational skills

Proactive thinking

Attention to detail

Excellent customer service skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

PCP certification

PLP certification or equivalent

5 years experience in Payroll/Benefits administration

Tools

HRIS systems

Dayforce

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Our client is searching for a Payroll and Benefits Specialist. This position is responsible for processing a weekly payroll for approximately 150 salaried positions and supervising the administration of payroll for 1300 hourly employees. The Payroll and Benefits Specialist is also responsible for the development and maintenance of the payroll and Workforce Management (WFM) modules within the Human Capital Management system (HCM), and administration and reporting of the pension and benefits programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Payroll

• Ensure accurate and timely processing of weekly payroll for hourly and salaried groups
• Ensure pay policies and processes adhere to legislative requirements
• Maintain up to date and accurate electronic records and filing systems
• Enter all new hire information, changes and terminations for salaried employees
• Provide payroll reports as required and requested
• Input and track request for garnishments made by the appropriate authorities ensuring that the correct amounts are deducted and remitted to those authorities on an as required basis
• Track and provide payment amounts for required remittances
• Communicate as appropriate with tax authorities regarding requests for information pertaining to current and past employees
• Prepare employee letters to confirm employment and respond to internal and external payroll related requests for information
• Complete records of employment within seven (7) days of earnings interruptions
• Balance and issue T4s on an annual basis ensuring accuracy before printing
• Complete all year end reconciliations, including the annual WSIB and EHT filings
• Complete annual vacation pay allocation and payout process
• Point of contact for salaried payroll questions and hourly complex questions

HRIS System

• Maintain HRIS and Time and Attendance System
• Train and support users of the HRIS and Time and Attendance System
• Manage system upgrades
• Investigate and implement system improvements
• Maintain and update backend policies and security

Pension

• Resolve issues with weekly file feeds to insurance carrier
• Prepare and manage pension enrollment process
• Prepare Form 7, Annual Returns
• Organize information sessions and ensure completion of paperwork for new enrollments
• Ensure adherence to legislative requirements

Benefits

• Update Dayforce with all changes
• Understand how Dayforce feeds into the benefits providers system
• Manage monthly benefits billing and send to finance for processing
• Create and distribute reports as required
• Ensure adherence to legislative requirements

Personal Development

• Attend company required training
• Remain current with technical knowledge in areas of responsibility
• Attend regular 1:1 coaching/update sessions

DESIRED PROFILE:

• 5 years experience in a Payroll/Benefits administration position
• PLP certification or equivalent is preferred, PCP certification is required
• Organizational skills, proactive thinking, and attention to detail
• HRIS/payroll/time and attendance system experience, Dayforce experience is preferred with backend knowledge
• Experience with insurance carrier portals
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a focus on professionalism and confidentiality
• Excellent customer service skills
• Demonstrated computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Service excellence, displays personal ownership and a sense of urgency over any issues or complaints that arise from the customer experience
• Maintains an outstanding customer experience despite time pressures or obstacles
• Accountability and initiative, avoids excuses or blaming others when it comes to keeping promises
• Takes initiative and demonstrates a “do whatever it takes” work ethic to get the work done
• Communicates with clarity, listens attentively and probes to clearly understand

De Lacy Executive Recruitment offers professional recruitment services for employers and candidates in Agriculture and Food & Beverage Processing. The De Lacy Executive team of professionals are committed to exceeding the expectations of those we serve. For more information about our services please call 800.672.8552 or email [e-mail]