Payroll Benefits Administrator

Northern Equity Partners Inc.; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Equity Partners Inc. in Burnaby, BC, is seeking a Payroll Benefits Administrator to join our on-site HR team. You will process payroll, maintain employee records, and administer benefits in line with policies and regulations.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, confidentiality, and collaboration with HR and finance to resolve payroll issues, support audits, and manage leaves and garnishments.

Qualifications

• Experience in payroll processing, reconciliation, and reporting.
• Experience with benefits administration and enrollment tracking.
• Familiar with garnishments and local leave policies, FMLA-like frameworks.
• Experience in payroll within trades or construction industries preferred.
• Proficient in ADP Workforce Now and Excel for data analysis.
• High accuracy, confidentiality, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Post-secondary education in relevant fields; payroll/benefits certification is an asset.
• Support onboarding and training on system updates and process changes.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll runs accurately and on time.
• Maintain employee records and benefits enrollment changes.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries and support audits.
• Collaborate with HR and finance to resolve payroll issues.
• Ensure compliance with leave policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Payroll Administration

Benefits Administration

Garnishments & Leave Programs

ADP Workforce Now

Microsoft Excel

Attention to Accuracy

Communication Skills

Education

Post-secondary education in accounting / business / HR

Payroll or benefits certification (asset)

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

HRIS software

Job description

Company Description

Northern Equity Partners Inc. acquires and supports established businesses through ownership transitions, ensuring continuity for teams and workplace culture. The firm provides hands-on leadership, tools, and resources to help companies grow sustainably while honoring their existing legacy. Based in British Columbia, Northern Equity Partners primarily focuses on trades and construction companies. Team members join a collaborative environment that values long-term relationships, operational excellence, and responsible growth.

Role Description

The Payroll Benefits Administrator is a full-time, on-site role based in Burnaby, BC. This role is responsible for accurately processing payroll, maintaining employee records, and administering benefits in accordance with company policies and applicable regulations. Day-to-day tasks include preparing and validating payroll runs, managing deductions and garnishments, responding to employee inquiries, and coordinating benefit enrollments, changes, and terminations. The Payroll Benefits Administrator will also ensure compliance with relevant leave policies, support audits and reporting, and collaborate with HR and finance to resolve payroll and benefits issues. The role requires strong attention to detail, confidentiality, and consistent communication with employees and internal stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess skills in Payroll Administration, including accurate processing, reconciliation, and reporting.
• Candidates should possess skills in Benefits Administration and Employee Benefits management, such as enrollments, changes, and compliance tracking.
• Candidates should possess skills related to Garnishments and leave programs, including familiarity with the U.S. Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) or comparable leave frameworks.
• Relevant experience in payroll, preferably within trades, construction, or similar industries.
• Proficiency with payroll and HRIS software (ADP Workforce Now), and strong Microsoft Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
• High degree of accuracy, integrity, and respect for confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to support employees and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Post-secondary education in accounting, business, human resources, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience; professional payroll or benefits certification is an asset.
• Support recruiting efforts by coordinating onboarding activities related to payroll setup and benefits enrollment; assist in training & development initiatives for staff on system updates or process changes.