Role Overview

Compiling payroll and benefit information
Preparing the bi-weekly payroll
Processing payroll information
Completing and submitting payroll reports
Maintaining payroll records
Operating computerized payroll systems and software
Processing payroll/benefit information for employees in accordance with appropriate scales, regulations, and authorized deductions
Balancing the payroll accounts by resolving payroll discrepancies
Calculating and maintaining records for all salary placements and increments
Preparing and reconciling payroll remittances
Reconciling payroll deductions to general ledger accounts
Determining benefit eligibility for employees
Entering, maintaining, and updating employee benefits information online for Benefit Carriers
Preparing monthly and annual reports from payroll data for unions, pensions, and various government departments
Answering payroll/benefit related inquiries from employees, supervisors and external agencies
Ensuring compliance with federal and provincial regulations and guidelines
Maintaining payroll operations by following policies and procedures
Reporting changes when needed
Keeping abreast of any changes in legislations that impact payroll administration
Reviewing and reconciling annual payroll accounts in preparation for the annual audit
Liaising with auditors as required
Assisting the Finance team in reconciling all payroll accounts including remittance accounts and payroll register as required
Assisting and performing backup duties for other finance staff including general ledger entries
Preparing monthly reports to program managers to assist in tracking and analyzing expenses
Preparing ad-hoc and analytical reports and summaries as required
Performing other related duties assigned by the Finance Manager

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or Business
Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certification through Canadian Payroll Association
Minimum of 3 years’ payroll and benefits administration experience
Experience working in non-profit sector is an asset
Knowledge of unionized payroll
Knowledge of Comvida and Payworks systems is an asset
Knowledge of applicable Federal and Provincial privacy legislation

Benefits

paid time off ‘ monthly wellness days ’ (up to 12 days per year)
additional agency holidays (2 additional statutory holidays)
3 weeks annual vacation (starting) and up to 6 weeks (maximum)
company-funded pension (GRRSP)
extended health & dental plan
employee & family assistance programs
access to wellness programs

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