Payroll and Benefits Specialist

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Payroll and Benefits Specialist managing full cycle payroll processing for Canada and US operations at Activate. Providing financial reporting and benefit administration support.

Responsibilities:

  • Process full-cycle hourly and salary payrolls for multiple Canadian provinces and US states; including all year-end payroll procedures
  • Oversee the collection of approved time and payroll data to maintain accurate payroll records
  • Manage the processing of employee status changes, analyze payroll and employee expenses, and ensure general ledger accounts are reconciled
  • Oversee payroll activities for expansion into new markets.
  • Responsible for the data transfer between the payroll and HR information systems
  • Responsible for group benefits administration including enrollments, amendments, terminations, and responses to employee questions
  • Create ongoing month-end, quarterly, and year-end organization reports
  • Audit payroll information for accuracy and support internal financial audits as requested
  • Reconcile payroll deposits, tax withholdings, wage garnishments, and voluntary deductions
  • Lead problem-solving and special projects within the finance department
  • Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements:

  • Post-secondary certificate or diploma in payroll administration
  • PCP/PLP designation is required
  • At least 5 years of transferable work experience
  • Proven working knowledge of payroll practices in Canada and USA
  • Proficiency with ADP and Microsoft Office is required
  • Quick learner, self-motivated, and detail-oriented

Benefits:

  • Competitive Salary
  • Benefits package
  • Paid time off
  • Casual dress
  • Employee discount
  • On-site parking