Payroll and Benefits Specialist - Toronto, Canada - Mircom Technologies

Mircom Technologies

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Key Responsibilities:

Payroll (70%):

Process payroll for Canada and US (ADP & CoAdvantage) on a timely basis
Process US Certified Payroll on a weekly basis
Act as a primary contact and respond to enquiries from internal and external sources regarding Canada and US payroll
Oversee expense administration using Concur platform & prepare reports on expense usage
Oversee Time & Attendance administration
Ensure all wages are paid accurately and in a timely fashion in accordance with corporate policies and all applicable legislation
Prepare records of employment as applicable
Maintain detailed records and documentation of payroll functions for audit purposes, in accordance with statutory requirements
Administer wage garnishment requests and submit government remittances (WSIB, EHT, etc.)
Submit employee contributions to the RRSP/401(k) plan
Prepare CRA Remittance Reconciliations
Assure the accuracy of the vacation accrual balance showing in the payroll system
Maintain and ensure the proper GL allocation of payroll expenses to each department and reconciliations
Prepare yearend reconciliations and filings of tax slips and all government forms
Ensure payment of commissions, manage taxable benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions
Prepare reports and forecasts for senior management, and custom reports for HR and Finance
Participate in software change discussions and new software implementation
Conduct regular audits on payroll procedures and records
Design, document and implement procedures to streamline payroll processes
Maintain confidential information by adhering to legal and ethical standards
Offer support on escalated matters and resolve errors and issues

Group Benefits and Retirement Programs (30%):

Administer employee group benefits for Canada and the US, including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, LTD., RRSP, 401(k) etc.
Act as a primary contact and respond to enquiries from internal and external sources regarding group benefits and retirement plans
Support coordination of all benefits related internal initiatives or projects
Coordinate Benefit/RRSP/401k employee sessions
Audit and reconcile benefit billing
Participate in the US open enrollment process
Prepare reports and forecasts for senior management and custom reports as required
Perform HR Duties on an as needed basis

What you need to be successful (Must Haves)

Minimum 5 years of experience in Payroll
Benefits Administration knowledge
Proficient with MS Office: Excel (Vlookups, Pivot Tables)
Strong attention to detail, organizational and multitasking skills
Excellent communication (written and verbal),
Client service focus
Highly organized with effective time management skills
Experience with confidential information with high degree of professionalism
Proactive, resilient, problem solver
Collaborative approach

What will help you even further (Nice to Haves):

Completion of the Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certification with the Canadian Payroll Association
Previous payroll implementation experience
Experience working with ADP Workforce Now
Experience with US payroll and group benefits
Basic accounting knowledge
Experience in a fastpaced, high change environment
Ability to problem solve and work efficiently under deadlines

What Mircom Offers:

A great HR/Payroll Team that likes to have fun while adding value to the company
Competitive salary
Group Insurance benefits
Company RRSP program

About Mircom:

Founded in 1991, the Mircom Group of Companies is North America's largest independent designer, manufacturer and distributor of intelligent building and life safety solutions.

Reaching customers in over 100 countries worldwide, our portfolio includes:
fire detection & alarm, communications & security, mass notification, nurse call, and building automation & smart technologies.

Mircom's mission is to save lives and protect property by providing a line-up of innovative and advanced solutions which are scalable to satisfy diverse user demands, from small buildings to the largest complexes.

Our commitment to North American manufacturing enables us to offer the highest quality and best competitive value across our vast range of products and solutions.