Payroll & Benefits Administrator

Shannex Incorporated; Halifax; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Shannex Incorporated is looking for a Payroll and Benefits Administrator to join their Human Resources team in Halifax. The role offers a rewarding environment with meaningful benefits, including health and dental plans, continuing education access, and opportunities for professional growth. Ideal candidates possess strong communication and problem-solving skills, along with administrative experience and a relevant degree/diploma.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan

Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE

RRSP program (with employer matching)

Vacation accrual and travel insurance

Free onsite parking

Access to thousands of vendors offering perks and discounts

Access to continuing education and training

Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

Qualifications

• 1-2 years administrative experience in payroll, benefits, HR, or finance.
• Designation in or working towards Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Completes employee file setups for new hires or transfers.
• Administrates benefit enrollment for status changes and terminations.
• Completes payroll transactions and provides customer service support.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Degree or diploma in a related field

Job description

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If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living.

We are searching for a Payroll and Benefits Administrator to join our Human Resources team based in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
• RRSP program (with employer matching)
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of vendors offering perks and discounts through our WorkPerks program
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety
  
  

About The Opportunity

• Completes employee file setups in required systems for all new hires or internal transfers
• Administrates benefit enrollment for all new hires, status changes, transfers, and terminations.
• Completes status change and termination requests, including enrollment or cancellation of benefits as required
• Completes payroll and benefits related transactions within the pay period (wage increment changes, updates to pay file)
• Provides customer service support for payroll and benefits inboxes when required
• Updates employee pay and benefits as required due to leaves of absence; follows up with employees when needed.
  
  

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

• A degree or diploma in a related field of study
• At least one to two (1-2) years administrative experience in a related field (payroll, benefits, human resources, or finance
• Designation in or working towards your Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) is an asset
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• An aptitude in solving problems/troubleshooting
• Dependable and deliver high quality, professional service with a positive attitude
• Proven ability for attention to detail and consistently display a high level of initiative, effort and commitment towards completing assignments efficiently
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team to achieve desired results
  
  

About Us

It all began in 1988 when our Founder, Joseph Shannon, purchased a single nursing home in his hometown of Sydney, Cape Breton. For 35 years, Shannex has grown as a trusted provider of senior accommodations, services and care in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario. Our industry-leading services are inspired by residents and delivered by Parkland Retirement Living and Lifestyle Residences, Shannex Enhanced Care, Faubourg du Mascaret, and a home care division of team members who create an exceptional resident experience and a positive, fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.

If you’re ready to join the Shannex team of Great People, apply today!

Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization. Shannex believes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals, where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex, every team member belongs.

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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