Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Cdlhomes; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to enhancing the lives of seniors through quality care. This role offers an exciting opportunity to manage payroll and benefits within a vibrant community. You will play a key role in ensuring compliance with regulations while supporting a collaborative team environment. With a focus on knowledge sharing and effective communication, you will contribute to the seamless operation of payroll processes. If you have a passion for helping others and a strong background in payroll administration, this position is perfect for you. Embrace a fulfilling career where your expertise makes a real difference in people's lives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in Payroll & Benefits Administration.
• Strong understanding of payroll compliance and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with bi-weekly payroll completion and reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation and corporate policies.

Skills

Payroll Administration

Benefits Administration

Compliance Knowledge

Communication Skills

Education

CPM designation

5 years experience in Payroll

Tools

UKG (Ultimate Software/Kronos)

Integrated Payroll System

Job description

Head Office
5410 97 St NW
Edmonton, AB T6E5C1, CAN

Christenson Communities has over 1,500 Retirement Living Suites located in Edmonton, Sherwood Park, St. Albert, Red Deer, Lacombe and Rocky Mountain House. Many of these Communities are integrated into Christenson's innovative "Urban Village" concept. These sustainable communities are planned with the future in mind, and offer active adults a choice of housing styles in a centrally located village with shopping, transit, and professional services situated around public parks and linear walkways.

Christenson Communities offers a lifestyle that is worry-free, comfortable, fun, active and social. With different lifestyle options including independent living, supportive living and assisted living Christenson Communities is here to provide the best quality senior care services.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with the completion of the daily duties of the payroll team along with the completion of bi-weekly payroll, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Ensure accurate account balances and compliance with all Christenson Communities Policies.
• Ensure compliance with all employment legislation and regulatory guidelines such as EHT, CPP, EI, WCB, Income Tax, pension & benefit contributions, etc.
• Manage year-end reconciliation processes including government reporting, preparation of annual returns, and production and distribution of tax forms.
• Foster an environment that emphasizes knowledge sharing.
• Encourage cross-area cooperation, collaboration, and communication to create consensus and accomplish objectives.
• Ensure that all payroll information, files, and records are maintained in accordance with corporate policies and local statutes.
• Administer benefits and RRSP, conduct audits, and ensure reporting is complete.
• Develop and maintain a good working rapport with all staff members and departments.
• Maintain confidentiality of all pertinent employee information.
• Protect own health and the health of others by adopting safe work practices, reporting unsafe conditions immediately, and attending all relevant in-services regarding occupational health and safety. Follow all guidelines for employees and employers as legislated under the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Education & Experience:

• Minimum 5 years experience working in Payroll & Benefits Administration.
• Minimum 5 years’ recent experience with an integrated payroll system.
• CPM designation or working towards this with the Canadian Payroll Association would be an asset.
• Experience with Benefits and RRSP Administration – Working with Canada Life would be considered an asset.
• Strong understanding of payroll compliance.

Additional Information:

• Ability to travel to sites within Alberta (<10%).
• Salary range is $60k-$75k annually.
• Experience with UKG (Ultimate Software/Kronos) an asset.
• Experience in a Continuing Care/Healthcare setting is an asset.