Reports To :Sr. HR Manager, Internal StrategyWorks Closely With:Talent, Training, & Culture, Finance & Administration, Timecard ManagersJob Status : Full Time, Maternity Leave Contract, Salary- 18 month term.Work Hours:Monday to Friday, 9:00am-5:00pmWork Location:Hybrid, on-site once a week, 115 Saulter StreetContract Timeline : July 2026 - February 2028Compensation:$68,000-$72,000 Annually, Dependent on Experience + Completion BonusAbout Real Food For Real KidsReal Food for Real Kids (RFRK) is a growing company on a mission to make real food the standard rather than the exception.A multiple award-winning company recognized for excellence and innovation, we’re a leading healthy catering company for child care centres, schools and camps. RFRK proudly serves nutritious meals and snacks to thousands of children throughout the Greater Toronto & Hamilton Area every day. We’re well poised for growth into new markets and planning for significant expansion over the coming years.Our Talent, Training, and Culture team is looking for a fantastic person to join us as a Payroll & Benefits Administrator (Maternity Leave Contract). If you like the sound of us so far, keep reading to see if you have the experience and skills needed for this rewarding role!The PositionThe Payroll & Benefits Administrator is a detail-oriented, people-focused role responsible for biweekly payroll processing in Dayforce, ensuring compliance with policies, contracts, and legislation. This position also manages benefits administration, including enrollments and changes, while handling payroll adjustments, reconciliations, remittances, and the preparation of T4s and ROEs. Additionally, the role supports HR initiatives, joint health & safety tasks, and reporting, with responsibilities divided as approximately 45% payroll, 35% benefits, and 25% HR administration.Key ResponsibilitiesPayroll ProcessingEnsure timely and accurate biweekly payroll processing in DayforceCollect, input, verify, and process payroll data while maintaining complianceManage hourly timesheets, time-off policies,



and payroll-related inquiriesIdentify and resolve payroll discrepancies and recommend process improvementsMaintain confidential payroll records and prepare for external auditsPerform routine payroll reconciliations, internal audits, and year-end reporting (T4s, ROEs)Assist with month-end and year-end processes, including statistical reportingBenefits & Employee Savings Plan AdministrationAdminister employee health benefits, including enrollments, updates, and terminationsProcess plan changes (leaves, new dependents, salary adjustments) and maintain accurate recordsConduct regular audits of benefits and savings plan contributionsOversee employee savings plans (RRSP, RESP, FHSA, DPSP), ensuring timely updates and complianceProvide plan details to current members and respond to inquiriesCollaborate with the HR Manager on annual reviews for benefits and savings plansTrack employee absences and communicate with employees regarding leave status, return-to-work procedures, and required documentationAssist with disability management and work accommodation plansHR Administration & SupportMaintain and update employee records, databases, and confidential documentsTrack HR data, run reports, and support analytics initiativesDraft employment-related documents and coordinate employee training (Dayforce, benefits, savings plans)Manage employee milestone tracking and updatesEnsure hub, newsfeed and other employee communication channels are kept up-to-date and relevant with forms and policies related to payroll & benefitsStay up to date with HR and Employment Standards legislationCommunicate and enforce company policies while fostering positive employee relationsSupport joint health & safety tasks, special HR projects,



and internal/external company eventsOther tasks as assignedAbout YouRequired Education & ExperienceCollege diploma, certification, or university degree in Human Resources or a related fieldMinimum2 yearsof payroll processing experienceMinimum1 yearof benefits administration experienceProficiency inMS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google AppsExperience withpayroll, benefits, and HRIS software(Dayforce experience required)Strong understanding ofpayroll regulations and compliancePCP certificationis an assetAdditional SkillsStrongnumerical aptitudeand attention to detailExcellentverbal and written communicationskillsEffectivetime management and organizationalabilitiesSelf-directed with astructured approachto projectsAbility toprioritize tasks and meet deadlinesconsistentlyCritical thinker with strongproblem-solving and decision-makingskillsProven ability to handleconfidential and sensitive informationwith professionalismInclusive mindset, fostering fair and balanced approaches to challengesCommitment tocontinuous improvementand process optimizationIntegrityInitiativeCommunicationAccountability / DependabilityDetail Orientation & OrganizationCritical ThinkingWorking at RFRK comes with other perks too:Benefits & Savings ProgramsEmployee & Family Assistance ProgramWellness Spending AccountTime OffThree weeks (15 days) of vacation8 paid sick and wellness days per year$500 each year towards professional developmentThis position is being advertised because the role is currently vacant and requires staffing. As required under Ontario’s employment-standards regulations, this publicly advertised posting is for an existing vacancy. Interested applicants are welcome to submit their application for consideration.Real Food for Real Kids is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and at all levels of our organization. We strongly encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and communities.We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Payroll Benefits Administrator - C$68,000 - C$72,000 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Real Food For Real Kids
📍 Winnipeg