Payroll & Benefits Specialist - Toronto, Canada - Lifemark Health Group

Lifemark Health Group

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Status:
Permanent full time

Location:
Hybrid role based out of the corporate office in Toronto/North York, ON

Reporting to the Payroll Manager, you will assist the team in providing support for 5000+ team members across Canada by implementing best practices and processes.

You will be part of a collaborative Payroll, Finance and HR team that are passionate about providing a positive experience for all employees.

Integrity, time management, and strong attention to detail are crucial for success in this role.

Key Responsibilities include:

Accurate and timely processing of semimonthly payroll for 5000+ team members across Canada, in adherence to government legislation and internal policies.
Process and submit Record of Employment forms.
Review and process allocations for Finance.
Collect and prepare payroll data provided from various
Audit, reconcile and process WSIB, EHT remittances monthly.
Knowledge of statutory withholding's, CPP, EI, Income Tax, Workers Compensation, is required.
Assist with yearend reconciliations, preparation of T4 and related summaries.
Respond to payroll inquiries within timelines, delivering a high level of customer service.
Process and Audit New Hire, Changes, and Termination forms with accuracy and within timelines.
Maintain accurate employee records in Payroll/HRIS system.
Ability to exercise a high level of discretion with confidential information.
Establish governance and drive strategic direction of the payroll department
Provide a clear vision of the payroll department, anticipate future needs accurately, and implement plans of action to manage change
Prepare payroll tax forms and yearend summaries, including T4 and T4A preparation
Develop priorities and strategies that optimize time, and add value to the business in various functions (Finance, HR, Operations, IT, etc.)
Oversee the reconciliation and remittances for Workers Compensation, Benefit Invoices, Garnishments, etc.
Liaise with the operations and HR teams in regards to any payroll inquiries and/or discrepancies
Manage regular preparation of relevant management reports, including semimonthly, monthly, quarterly and yearend reports (gross payroll, hours worked, vacation accrual, tax deductions, benefit deductions, etc.)
Must be prepared to roll up sleeves and immerse into the details as necessary

Preferred Qualifications:

5+ years of handson, progressive payroll experience with multiple provinces and multiple pay types (hourly, salaried, and fee for service)
Excellent working knowledge of Labour Standards and Canadian Payroll Legislation
Understanding of business finance & accounting
Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation
Excellent familiarity with ADP payroll system
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Exposure to Mergers and Acquisitions is a strong asset
Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and Outlook
Problem solving and prioritization skills
Ability to multitask while ensuring accuracy and effectiveness
Must possess a high degree of attention to detail, excellent time management, & organizational skills