Payroll and Benefits Specialist - Bedford, Canada - Innovasea

Innovasea

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Bedford, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Payroll and Benefits Specialist | _Bedford, Nova Scotia or Boston, MA_**INNOVASEA | Aquatic Solutions Built for Life

Innovasea designs the world's most technologically advanced aquatic solutions for fish tracking and fish farming - and builds them to withstand the toughest conditions.

We partner with customers to fully understand their needs and solve their most pressing challenges. It's all driven by a commitment to make our ocean and freshwater ecosystems sustainable for future generations. Today. Tomorrow. For life.

Role and Responsibilities

The specialist will interact closely with our HR department as part of their day-to-day function in order to help us achieve our objectives.

The specialist will participate with the head of Finance and head of HR in defining our global payroll strategy, including scaling options, tools, processes, and providers.

Ensure payroll processing, including related tax filings and payments are done timely and accurately, including updating provincial/state unemployment tax rates
Assist with the setup of new accounts with various federal, state, and local agencies as well as in future jurisdictions
Create, maintain, and archive all personnel files (new hires, termination, etc.) and payroll records within regulatory compliance
Assist with paperwork and processing for onboarding all new hires, employee termination, and status change
Ensure eligible employees are enrolled in the applicable benefit plan within the time frame required. Regularly audit to ensure employees that have completed the waiting period are set up for pension and benefits contributions
Develop and maintain adequate internal controls to assure accuracy of deductions and billing for benefit plans
Conduct the timely and accurate processing of all health and benefit plan transactions, 401(k) funding, spending accounts, COBRA administration and other tasks as needed
Daytoday employee point of contact for all payroll, benefit and pension/401(k) related matters

Required Skills and Experience

Minimum of 5 years' experience in Canadian and/or USA processing payroll
Experience administering Group Benefits and Pension/401(k)
Strong attention to detail with good analytical skills and the ability to consistently meet deadlines in a timely and accurate manner
Flexibility and ability to undertake several tasks simultaneously and prioritize them effectively
Must be able to work within a diverse work group in a professional and courteous manner

Education

Completion of a postsecondary diploma or degree in a related field (preferably in business, finance or accounting)

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

Experience working with ADP Workforce
Experience working with BambooHR
Intermediate to advanced user of Microsoft Office Suite
International experience, especially in Eurozone countries is considered an asset
Completion of Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) (Canada)
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) (USA)

Benefits of the Job

Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability
Paid time off and holidays
Pension plan
Flexible schedule with opportunity for Canadian and US based travel
Hybrid schedule option available

About Innovasea

Fueled by leading-edge technology and a passion for research and development, Innovasea is revolutionizing aquaculture and advancing the science of fish tracking to make our oceans and freshwater ecosystems sustainable for future generations.

With 275 employees worldwide, we provide full end-to-end solutions for fish farming and aquatic species research - including quality equipment that's efficient and built to last, expert consulting services, and innovative platforms and products that deliver unrivaled data, information and insights.

How to Apply
No phone calls, no unsolicited third-party recruiters or agencies, please.

Innovasea is an equal opportunity employer.

All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.