Payroll & Benefits Specialist US & Canada

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services client is seeking a Payroll and Benefits Specialist for their US and Canadian regions. The role involves effective management of payroll, compliance with federal and state regulations, and administration of employee benefits. This hybrid position allows flexibility with three days in the office and two days working from home in the City of London.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in North American payroll and benefits administration.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state payroll laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and administer bi-weekly payroll for US and Canadian employees.
• Administer employee benefits programs and assist with enrolment.
• Ensure compliance with payroll taxes and applicable regulations.

Skills

Payroll administration

Knowledge of federal and state payroll laws

Employee benefits administration

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london (city of london), United Kingdom

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06.06.2025

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21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Our client is a leader in its field in the financial services market and is looking for a Payroll and Benefits Specialist for their US and Canadian regions. You will have demonstrable experience in North American payroll and benefits administration and strong knowledge of federal and state payroll laws and regulations in the US and ideally Canada.

• Effective management and administration of bi-weekly payroll for US and Canadian employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and regulations.
• Calculate and process employee deductions, bonuses, and any overtime payments.
• Prepare and distribute payroll reports and statements to employees and management.
• Ensure timely filing of payroll taxes and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations in the US and Canada.
• Administer employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), and other company-provided benefits for US and Canadian employees.
• Coordinate open enrolment processes and assist employees with benefits selection and enrolment.
• Manage benefits-related inquiries from employees and provide assistance with claim resolution.
• Maintain accurate benefits records and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including ERISA, COBRA, and Canadian benefits regulations.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll and benefits regulations in the US and Canada.
• Prepare and file required reports, such as quarterly and annual tax filings and benefits compliance reports.

Our client offers hybrid working of 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home, City of London location.

McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.