Senior Payroll &

Benefits Specialist We're looking for an experienced Senior Payroll &

Benefits Specialist to join our Accounting team and play a critical role in supporting our employees and business operations. Reporting to the Manager, Payroll & Benefits, you'll be responsible for the accurate and compliant administration of payroll, benefits, retirement savings programs, and employee records across the organization. This role serves as a trusted subject matter expert, partnering closely across various departments to ensure payroll excellence, legislative compliance, operational efficiency, and exceptional employee experience. Wesgroup is one of Western Canada's largest private real estate companies with more than 60 years of experience creating vibrant communities across British Columbia. Our vertically integrated business spans land acquisition, development, construction, sales, leasing, and property management, with a portfolio of over 4.4 million square feet of commercial and multi-family real estate and nearly 10,000 homes built throughout BC.

Lead Payroll Operations

Process accurate and timely semi-monthly payroll for salaried and hourly employees. Manage payroll transactions including hires, terminations, leaves, taxable benefits, deductions, ROEs, and year-end activities. Ensure compliance with payroll legislation, company policies, and internal controls.

Administer

Benefits & Retirement Programs Manage employee benefits and retirement savings programs, including enrollments, changes, deductions, and terminations. Reconcile benefit premiums and payroll deductions while supporting employees with perks-related inquiries. Maintain compliance with payroll legislation and reporting requirements, including CRA remittances, WorkSafeBC, and year-end reporting.

Complete reconciliations, support audits, and identify opportunities to strengthen controls and accuracy.

Drive

Systems & Process Improvements Serve as a subject matter expert for payroll and HRIS systems, including Dayforce. Support system enhancements, testing, reporting,



and continuous improvement initiatives that drive efficiency and accuracy. Collaborate with various departments to deliver exceptional payroll and benefits services.

Provide expert guidance, resolve complex issues, and contribute to organizational projects and process improvements. Minimum 5 years of progressive payroll and benefits experience within a complex or multi-entity organization.

Experience processing full-cycle payroll and administering employee benefit programs. Strong understanding of Canadian payroll legislation, taxable benefits, statutory deductions, employment standards, and year-end reporting requirements. Advanced proficiency with payroll systems, HRIS platforms, and Microsoft Excel.

Payroll Leadership

Professional (PLP) designation.

Experience supporting payroll system implementations, enhancements, or automation initiatives. You combine strong analytical skills with exceptional customer service and enjoy partnering with stakeholders to solve problems and improve processes. Collaboration and relationship building Actual salary offered will depend on individual experience, qualifications, geographic location, market conditions for the role, and internal equity.

Annual Bonus Program: Wesgroup offers a competitive Annual Bonus Program that is intended to financially reward eligible employees for their contribution to the Company’s financial and overall success. Join an entrepreneurial and collaborative organization where your work has a meaningful impact on the communities we build. Enjoy a competitive compensation package, comprehensive health benefits, a Health Care Spending Account, and generous paid time off.

Take advantage of a Lifestyle Spending Account that supports fitness, childcare, and eldercare expenses, plus complimentary ClassPass memberships. Participate in a vibrant workplace culture through employee-led social events, wellness initiatives, sports teams, and community activities. Work from our modern downtown Vancouver office, conveniently located across from Burrard SkyTrain Station with stunning views of the ocean and North Shore mountains. #

📌 Payroll & Benefits Administrator (Senior) (Vancouver)
🏢 Wesgroup Properties
📍 Vancouver