Senior Payroll & Benefits Administrator

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
• Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation preferred
• 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