We have an immediate opening for a Senior Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join our Global manufacturing HR team. The Payroll & Advantages 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

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 perks 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

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📌 Senior Payroll & Benefits Administrator (Ontario)
🏢 Confidential Hires
📍 Ontario