Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Location: Vancouver, British Columbia

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# of Openings: 1

Posting Ends: posted until filled

About Our Opportunity

Working within the mission, vision, values, and person‑centred philosophy of the Agency, the Payroll and Benefits Specialist is responsible for the effective and accurate administration of payroll, employee benefits, pension processes, and related system operations. Working collaboratively across Finance and Human Resources, the role leads payroll processing, benefits and pension administration, leave coordination, system optimisation, reporting, compliance, and continuous process improvement initiatives. The role supports integrated people systems and ensures payroll and benefit practices align with Agency policies, legislative requirements, and best practices. The role works with team members in Finance and HR, supports leaders and staff across all programs, and partners with external group benefit and pension providers. It also supports modernization initiatives, including payroll and HRIS enhancements, automation opportunities, streamlining processes, and cross‑functional operational improvements.

Benefits

- Flexible scheduling to accommodate life/work balance
- Three weeks’ vacation for full‑time staff, with entitlement increases thereafter
- Three paid household leave days a year
- Two paid Wellness Days a year
- Two and a half paid Agency days for full‑time staff
- Five paid days for education leave a year
- One paid Moving Day a year
- Subsidised professional association annual dues (if applicable)
- Milestone celebrations
- On‑the‑job education through various Lunch and Learns
- Safe and respectful work environment
- Opportunities for growth
- Ongoing support, mentoring, and recognition to help with engagement and growth opportunities




- A work culture that values transparency, teamwork, learning, fairness, and integrity
- Health and Wellness Resources:
- Three flex benefit options that meet your individual needs
- Option of psychological/counselling services (up to $1500 a year)
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Long Term Disability Plan
- Insurance, Travel insurance, and more

Work Hours: 35 hours/week, Monday‑Friday

Salary: MGS 5 Step 1 – $41.02 per hour

Location: 1638 East Broadway, Vancouver, BC – hybrid environment possible

What You Need to Succeed

Education, Training, Experience

- Diploma or degree in Payroll, Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Payroll Compliance Qualified (PCP) designation preferred, or in progress
- Minimum 5 years of progressive payroll administration experience
- Experience administering benefits and pension programs preferred
- Experience working with integrated payroll and HRIS systems
- Experience supporting process improvement and systems implementation initiatives is an asset
- Experience with HRIS/payroll system conversions and modernization initiatives is an asset
- Experience in the non‑profit, healthcare, or social services sector is an asset

Role Qualifications and Skills

- Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, statutory remittances, payroll practices, and benefits administration




- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
- Strong analytical, organisational, and problem‑solving skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
- Solid attention to detail and accuracy
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
- Experience with ADP or comparable payroll systems is an asset
- Experience with HRIS/payroll system conversions and modernization initiatives is an asset
- Ability to work collaboratively across departments in a shared‑services environment
- Self‑directed and motivated

Additional Requirements

- Successful completion of a Criminal Record Check

We believe in the power of inclusion and the power of enabling all our staff to thrive by embracing diversity and fostering equality. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all staff that dismantles barriers and creates opportunities. Our organization is committed to recruiting a diverse workforce representing the communities we proudly serve while encompassing equity, inclusion, and diversity. Decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation and all terms and conditions of employment will be made without regard to race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, political beliefs, religion, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or non‑applicable criminal condition.

If you require disability‑related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process or are an internal candidate, please email your resume and cover letter (indicating the competition number #26‑26 in the email subject line) to

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