Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Harvard; Regina; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A full-service real estate management company in Regina seeks a detail-oriented Payroll & Benefits Specialist for an 18-month term. Responsibilities include managing payroll, benefits, and absences, ensuring confidentiality and accuracy. The ideal candidate has a relevant degree and at least two years of HR or payroll experience. The company offers competitive pay, flexible work schedules, wellness benefits, and a supportive work environment that promotes employee growth and work-life balance.

Benefits

Flexible work scheduling

Competetive salary

Health and dental benefits

Employee wellness benefit

On-site fitness facility

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of related human resources or payroll and benefits experience.
• Exposure to disability and absence management.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll, benefits, and employee absence information.
• Administer disability and leave-of-absence records.
• Assist with employee leaves and coordinate benefit coverage.

Skills

Payroll accounting

Group benefits administration

Customer service skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

Relevant business degree or diploma

Tools

Dayforce HCM

Job description

Payroll & Benefits Specialist - 18 Month Term

1874 Scarth St, Regina, SK S4P 0S3, Canada

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 7:00 AM | Expires Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 6:59 AM

Harvard is seeking a detail-oriented, people-first Payroll & Benefits Specialist for an 18-month term to join our Human Resources team at our Head Office in Regina—where accuracy matters and so do our employees.

Harvard is a full-service real estate management company headquartered in Western Canada, recognized for its leadership, flexibility, quality, and performance. The organization manages more than 9 million square feet of office, retail, and industrial properties across Western Canada, with offices in Winnipeg, Edmonton, Calgary, and Regina.

Position Overview

This role is primarily responsible for the accurate and confidential processing of payroll, benefits, and employee absence information. Key duties include entering payroll and benefit changes, administering disability and leave-of-absence records, preparing Records of Employment, Year‑End statements, and supporting all aspects of full‑cycle payroll and benefit processing.

The Payroll & Benefits Specialist will also assist with disability and absence management administration, including tracking employee leaves, coordinating benefit coverage during absences, supporting return‑to‑work processes, and liaising with internal stakeholders and third‑party providers as required. This position ensures employee needs are met through timely, accurate service delivered with the highest level of confidentiality.

The ideal candidate will have working knowledge of payroll accounting, group benefits administration, disability and leave management, group RRSP and pension plans, and other company‑sponsored benefit programs.

Qualifications

• A relevant business degree or diploma and a minimum of two years of related human resources or payroll and benefits experience
• Exposure to disability and absence management, including short‑term disability, long‑term disability, and leave administration (considered an asset)
• Experience with Dayforce HCM (considered an asset)
• The ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a professional team
• Strong customer service skills delivered in a confidential and sensitive manner
• Proven attention to detail and accuracy
• Initiative and the ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment

What’s in it for you?

• Regular business hours, Monday to Friday, with the opportunity for flexible work scheduling
• Competitive salary, term‑completion bonus, health, dental, and Employee Assistance Program benefits
• Employee wellness benefit and access to an on‑site fitness facility
• Comprehensive orientation, training, and ongoing on‑the‑job support

Harvard offers a challenging and rewarding work environment that supports professional growth, innovation, and collaboration. We value work‑life balance and community engagement. If this opportunity aligns with your skills and career goals, please apply in confidence with your resume through the Careers tab at harvard.ca.

This posting will close on February 6, 2026. We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for further assessment will be contacted.

1874 Scarth St, Regina, SK S4P 0S3, Canada