Tenure - Full Time, Permanent

Title - Payroll & Benefits Lead

Locations - Mississauga, ON

Hours - 9 am - 5 pm (Mon - Friday)

Pay Rate - $80k - $85k/annually

Workplace Type - Onsite

Job Summary

The Payroll and Benefits Lead is responsible for overseeing payroll processing, managing employee benefits programs, and ensuring compliance with payroll and benefits regulations. This role involves managing payroll operations, administering employee benefits, and providing support to employees regarding payroll and benefits inquiries.

Key Responsibilities:

Payroll Processing:

• Oversee the entire payroll process, ensuring accurate and timely disbursements.
• Verify hours, overtime, and leave balances from timesheets and attendance records.
• Process payroll adjustments, compensation changes, and calculate wages and bonuses.
• Maintain detailed payroll records, including employee data, deductions, and tax withholdings.
• Coordinate with managers to resolve discrepancies and address employee payroll inquiries.
• Support payroll audits and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Benefits Administration:

• Administer employee benefits programs, ensuring compliance with guidelines and regulations.
• Manage open enrollment, communicate benefits options, and handle employee inquiries.
• Assist with claims processing and resolve benefits-related issues.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Stay updated on payroll and benefits regulations to ensure legal compliance.
• Submit payroll tax filings and maintain accurate records while ensuring confidentiality.

Vendor Management:

• Coordinate with external vendors for payroll and benefits services.
• Evaluate vendor performance, negotiate contracts, and monitor service quality.

Employee Support:

• Address employee inquiries on payroll and benefits, providing guidance and support.
• Conduct orientations and training on payroll processes and benefits programs.

Reporting and Analysis:

• Generate and analyze payroll and benefits reports for management and compliance.
• Identify trends and suggest improvements for cost savings and employee satisfaction.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Support special projects related to payroll process improvements and system upgrades.

Qualifications:

• Certification as a Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) is required.
• A Bachelor's degree in accounting, human resources, business administration, or a related field is preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in payroll and benefits administration, ideally within a healthcare or long-term care setting.
• Extensive knowledge of payroll processing procedures, payroll tax regulations, and benefits administration.
• Experience with payroll processing in unionized environments is preferred.
• Proficiency in Dayforce (Ceridian) systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.