Payroll & Benefits Specialist

SSENSE; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join SSENSE as a Payroll and Benefits Specialist and contribute to managing payroll operations for our Canadian entity. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance, supporting employees with payroll inquiries, and administering benefits programs. The ideal candidate has a degree in a relevant field and 2-3 years of payroll processing experience. This role thrives in a collaborative and fast-paced environment, offering an exciting opportunity to work with innovative teams.

Benefits

Extended health and dental benefits

Parental top-up program

Generous Employee Discount

Access to telemedicine

Savings and retirement plan matching

Gender Affirmation Coverage

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years experience processing full-cycle payroll in Quebec.
• Solid knowledge of payroll employment standards in Quebec and Canada.
• Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and accurate processing of bi-weekly payroll.
• Ensure compliance with payroll legislation and internal controls.
• Provide employee support regarding payroll inquiries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data analysis

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Education

Degree in accounting, payroll, human resources, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

Company Description

About Us:SSENSE (pronounced [es-uhns]) is a global technology platform operating at the intersection of culture, community, and commerce. Headquartered in Montreal, it features a mix of established and emerging luxury brands across womenswear, menswear, kidswear, and Everything ElseTM. SSENSE has garnered critical acclaim as both an e-commerce engine and a producer of cultural content, generating an average of 100 million monthly page views.

Job Description

Do you have strong proficiency in payroll and a keen eye for detail? Do you enjoy data analysis and providing exceptional employee support? Join our Payroll and Benefits team at SSENSE and play a key role in managing our payroll operations!

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Payroll and Benefits, you will be at the heart of processing payroll for our Canadian entity (based in Quebec). If you are meticulous, have a thorough understanding of Canadian payroll regulations, and enjoy working in a collaborative and fast-paced environment, we invite you to read on:

What You Will Do:

• Payroll Management: You will ensure the complete, timely, and accurate processing of bi-weekly payroll for our Canadian entity (based in Quebec), including new hires, changes, bonuses, terminations, and records of employment. Occasional support for our US and UK entities may be required.

• Ensure Compliance: You will ensure all payroll transactions comply with applicable legislation and our internal controls. You will also ensure records are up-to-date and data consistency between our HRIS (Workday) and payroll (ADP) systems.

• Provide Employee Support: You will respond quickly and professionally to employee questions regarding payroll, pay statements, deductions, tax forms, vacation, benefits, and any other related payroll inquiries.

• Benefits Administration: You will be responsible for enrollments, changes, and terminations, while ensuring data accuracy and liaising with benefits providers.

• Support Year-End and Audit Process: You will be involved in researching and gathering information to support the year-end and audit processes.

Qualifications

• A degree in accounting, payroll, human resources, or a related field.

• A minimum of 2 to 3 years of experience processing full-cycle payroll in Quebec, including experience with a payroll system.

• Solid knowledge of payroll employment standards in Quebec and Canada.

• A Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation, strong asset.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.

• Be proficient in French as it is the language in the Quebec province.

• Be availableto come to the office twice a week (Tuesdays and Wednesdays).

What sets you apart:

• Rigor and Organization: You demonstrate excellent analytical skills, great attention to detail, and strong organizational skills, allowing you to manage your time effectively.

• Adaptability and Multitasking: You thrive in dynamic environments and can manage multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines.

• Relationships and Collaboration: You possess excellent interpersonal skills and a natural ability to build relationships, combined with a strong team spirit and customer service orientation.

• Professionalism and Discretion: You are capable of handling confidential information with the utmost professionalism.

Additional Information

Perks And Benefits:

• Extended health and dental benefits, including comprehensive mental health programs and coverage.
• Parental top up program.
• Generous Employee Discount.
• Access to telemedicine and employee and family assistance program.
• Savings and retirement plan matching contributions.
• Gender Affirmation Coverage.
• Opportunity to work with cutting edge technologies and an innovative team that’s pushing the boundaries of technology.

SSENSE is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you need special accommodations, let us know. We will do our best to accommodate you!

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