The Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join the Human Resources Business Centre as a Payroll and Benefits Specialist. Reporting to the Human
Resources Manager, this role serves as the payroll subject matter expert, responsible for the accurate and timely administration of payroll and benefits, including all related reporting and
year-end processes.
Key responsibilities for this position are:
- Prepare and administer payroll by gathering and inputting required data into the payroll system;
- Accurately input timesheet data for distribution to appropriate expenditure codes;
- Implement approved salary, benefits, and pension entitlements for all staff, ensuring complete and accurate documentation;
- Prepare and remit statutory and other approved deductions (LAPP, RRSP, Social Club, Benefits, computer purchase program);
- Ensure payroll compliance with provincial standards and internal HR policies;
- Reconcile, investigate, and resolve quarterly and annual payroll register earnings, deductions, and allowances to general ledger accounts;
- Prepare and process year-end payroll reports, including T4/T4As, summaries, Workers’ Compensation, Local Authorities Pension Plan, and internal reports;
- Maintain time and attendance records securely to ensure confidentiality;
- Respond to payroll-related inquiries and provide information to Business Centre Managers for budget purposes;
- Prepare payroll reports on overtime, banked time, vacation entitlements, employee leaves, etc.;
- Prepare annual payroll for audit and incorporate recommendations as required;
- Participate in annual corporate salary budget preparation;
- Ensure compliance with OH&S, Town Standards and Administrative Guidelines; and
- Projects & initiatives as assigned.
Opportunity Details
What we offer
- Career development
- Competitive salary
- Flexible work schedule
What you Bring
A combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities to qualify. A typical way to qualify is equivalency to completion of a Diploma training
program. This specialized training is often recognized as a diploma in a related field or Payroll Compliance Practitioner Certification (PCP), or an equivalent mix of formal training and
experience, or equivalent. In addition to the following:
- 3 or more years of related work experience representing continuous learning required;
- Ability to maintain a high level of trust and confidentiality;
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills;
- Strong attention to detail and time management;
- Ability to work in a high-demand, multi-tasking environment;
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and position relevant software.