Payroll & Benefits Specialist

We are currently looking for a Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join our team. This role will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll across multiple provinces, along with supporting benefits and pension administration.

Responsibilities:

• Process full-cycle payroll for under 500 employees across multiple provinces
• Manage both unionized and non-union payroll, including hourly and salaried employees
• Ensure compliance with federal and provincial payroll legislation
• Handle year-end payroll activities including T4 preparation and reconciliations
• Manage payroll source deductions and account reconciliations
• Prepare and maintain payroll reports as required
• Support pension and benefits administration (enrollments, changes, terminations, employee inquiries)
• Act as a point of contact for payroll and benefits-related questions
• Maintain strict confidentiality of employee information

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of full-cycle payroll experience
• Experience processing multi-provincial payroll
• Exposure to unionized payroll environments is an asset
• Experience with payroll systems such as ADP, Dayforce, or UKG
• Strong understanding of payroll legislation and compliance requirements
• Experience with benefits and pension administration
• Advanced Excel skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills
• PCP or PLP designation (or in progress) preferred

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