Payroll and Benefits Specialist - Edmonton, Canada - Christenson Communities Ltd.

Christenson Communities Ltd.

Verified Company

Edmonton, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Christenson Communities has over 1,500 Retirement Living Suites located in Edmonton, Sherwood Park, St. Albert, Red Deer, Lacombe and Rocky Mountain House. Many of these Communities are integrated into Christenson's innovative "Urban Village" concept.

These sustainable communities are planned with the future in mind, and offer active adults a choice of housing styles in a centrally located village with shopping, transit, and professional services situated around public parks and linear walkways.

Christenson Communities offers a lifestyle that is worry-free, comfortable, fun, active and social.

With different lifestyle options including independent living, supportive living and assisted living Christenson Communities is here to provide the best quality senior care services.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist with the completion of the daily duties of the payroll team along with the completion of biweekly payroll, including journal entries and reconciliation's.
Ensures accurate account balances and compliance with all Christenson Communities Policies
Ensure compliance to all employment legislation and regulatory guidelines such as EHT, CPP, EI, WCB, Income Tax, pension & benefit contributions, etc.
Assist with the yearend reconciliation processes including: Government reporting; Preparation of annual returns; Production and distribution of tax forms.
Fosters an environment that emphasizes knowledge sharing.
Encourages cross area cooperation, collaboration and communication to create consensus and accomplish objectives.
Ensure that all payroll information, files, and records are maintained in accordance with corporate policies and local statutes.
Liaise with Canada Life ensuring reporting is complete for Benefits and RRSP administration.
Benefits and RRSP administration.
Develop and maintain a good working rapport with all staff members and departments.
Maintain confidentiality of all pertinent employee information.
Protects own health and health of others by adopting safe work practices, reporting unsafe conditions immediately, and attending all relevant inservices regarding occupational health and safety. Follow all guidelines for employees and employers as legislated under the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Education & Experience:

Minimum 5 years experience working in Payroll & Benefits Administration.
Minimum 5 years' recent experience with an integrated payroll system.
CPM designation or working towards this with the Canadian Payroll Association would be an asset.
Experience with Benefits and RRSP Administration
Working with Canada Life would be considered an asset.
Strong understanding of payroll compliance.

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