Job opportunity
Senior Payroll & Benefits Administrator
Confidential Hires
We have an immediate opening for a Senior Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join our Global manufacturing HR team. The Payroll & Benefits Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll and administration of employee benefits programs.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Ensures compliance with applicable payroll legislation, company policies, Collective Bargaining Agreement, and benefit plan requirements
Provides exceptional support to employees and stakeholders regarding payroll, pension, and benefits-related inquiries
Process bi-weekly unionized hourly and salary payroll accurately and on schedule
Calculate and validate regular earnings, overtime, shift premiums, standby pay, call-in pay, retroactive pay, and other collective agreement provisions
Audit payroll transactions and reports to identify and resolve discrepancies
Prepare and submit payroll-related government filings and remittances, including income tax, CPP/QPP, EI, garnishments, and other statutory deductions
Validate overtime eligibility, vacation balances, sick leave, absence entitlements
Support year-end payroll activities, including T4s, pension reporting, and audits
Administer employee benefit programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, wellness, pension and retirement savings plans
Liaise with benefit carriers, pension providers, and third-party
Organize employee benefit awareness/education sessions
Prepare payroll and benefits reports, metrics, reconciliations, and analysis for management, respond to employee questions regarding pay, benefits, and pensions
Educate employees on benefit programs, payroll practices, and self-service tools
Identify opportunities to improve payroll and benefits processes, controls, and efficiencies
Assist with payroll system upgrades, testing, and implementation projects
Develop and maintain payroll and benefits procedures and documentation
QUALIFICATIONS
Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field
3-5 years of experience in payroll and benefits administration
Experience with unionized payroll in a high-volume manufacturing environment
Advanced knowledge of collective agreements, employment standards, and payroll legislation
Experience with payroll systems such as Workday, ADP, Guardian, Ceridian Dayforce, UKG, SAP, or similar and integration or updating of payroll systems
Understanding of employee benefits and pension plan administration
High attention to detail and accuracy
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reconciliation skills
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines
Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion
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Apply on source site KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Ensures compliance with applicable payroll legislation, company policies, Collective Bargaining Agreement, and benefit plan requirements
Provides exceptional support to employees and stakeholders regarding payroll, pension, and benefits-related inquiries
Process bi-weekly unionized hourly and salary payroll accurately and on schedule
Calculate and validate regular earnings, overtime, shift premiums, standby pay, call-in pay, retroactive pay, and other collective agreement provisions
Audit payroll transactions and reports to identify and resolve discrepancies
Prepare and submit payroll-related government filings and remittances, including income tax, CPP/QPP, EI, garnishments, and other statutory deductions
Validate overtime eligibility, vacation balances, sick leave, absence entitlements
Support year-end payroll activities, including T4s, pension reporting, and audits
Administer employee benefit programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, wellness, pension and retirement savings plans
Liaise with benefit carriers, pension providers, and third-party
Organize employee benefit awareness/education sessions
Prepare payroll and benefits reports, metrics, reconciliations, and analysis for management, respond to employee questions regarding pay, benefits, and pensions
Educate employees on benefit programs, payroll practices, and self-service tools
Identify opportunities to improve payroll and benefits processes, controls, and efficiencies
Assist with payroll system upgrades, testing, and implementation projects
Develop and maintain payroll and benefits procedures and documentation
QUALIFICATIONS
Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field
3-5 years of experience in payroll and benefits administration
Experience with unionized payroll in a high-volume manufacturing environment
Advanced knowledge of collective agreements, employment standards, and payroll legislation
Experience with payroll systems such as Workday, ADP, Guardian, Ceridian Dayforce, UKG, SAP, or similar and integration or updating of payroll systems
Understanding of employee benefits and pension plan administration
High attention to detail and accuracy
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reconciliation skills
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines
Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion
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