Payroll Benefits Manager

Payroll & Benefits Manager Opportunity - Vaughan (100% in-office role)Compensation: $90,000 - $100,000 + 15% bonus + 3 weeks vacation + full benefits + RSP match + onsite parkingThe Payroll & Benefits Manager is an integral part of the HR team, delivering on team objectives by implementing, administering, and constantly improving all processes and functions with respect to employee payroll and compensation, group benefits and group RRSP. This includes assisting the Human Resources Team in talent-related processes involving the HRIS and other employee services.RESPONSIBILITIESPayroll:Accurately input and process bi-weekly payroll within the appropriate time frames and in accordance with provincial and federal legislative requirementsAnnual and ad hoc bonus and merit administrationComplete and/or ensure issuance of special year-end reports and remittances, including T4's as requiredIssuance of annual T2200 forms to applicable employees with authorized signatureWork with the VP HR to implement the annual merit review and bonus administration processes in ADP WFNAccurately process all employment terminations, including statutory deductions and adherence with ESA and CRAWSIB insurable earning reporting and reconciliation sheet on monthly basis.Annual reconciliation and reporting of WSIB insurable earnings and EHT.Annual Year-End payroll Preparation, Review and AdjustmentsPayroll Accounting:Complete payroll related journal entries and payroll cost allocation by department on a bi-weekly basis.Liaise with the Finance team as required to complete various reconciliations between internal (HR and Finance records) and external data/reportSubmit Payment request to accounting team for 3rd party deductions including Garnishment paymentsGroup Benefits cost allocation by department on a monthly based on Group Benefits statements Ensure monthly invoices are distributed appropriately for payment for payroll services, group benefits, WSIB etc.Monthly Vacation Accrual allocation by departments for all companiesBenefits Administration:Administer all group benefits plans, managing enrollments, terminations and changes in a timely fashionEnsure accuracy of group benefits invoices received and approve for paymentAdminister group RRSP plan, ensuring enrollments, changes, contributions, and terminations are recorded in a timely fashion and set up properly in ADP.Provide monthly reporting of GRSP contributions to Controller Liaise with GRSP provider to facilitate employee information sessions and monthly enrollment sessions.Administer WSIB programs, including monthly/quarterly/annual filingsParticipate in and contribute to group benefits renewal meetings and decisionsGeneral:Support the Vice President, Human Resources in achieving team goals by managing various talent and system related projects.Complete and submit short-term disability applications to third party case manager and liaise with the case manager regarding the leave status; communicate process with the employee prior to the leave and update the appropriate manager(s) regarding the leave status throughout.Complete ad-hoc management reports related to staff, payroll and benefitsAct as subject matter expert on all payroll and benefits-related queries and activities, ensuring they are handled accurately and in a customer-centric mannerClearly and proactively communicate changes or information regarding payroll and/or benefits to employees in a timely fashionEnsure processes are in place to ensure data integrity and regular updatesMaintain strict confidentiality of all HR, Payroll, and Finance informationMaintain a positive and productive relationship with service providersKeep abreast of changing legislation and best practices regarding payroll and benefits and make recommendations as appropriateProvide additional administrative and HR assistance to the HR team as required.Other duties as assigned to meet organizational objectives. REQUIREMENTSPost-secondary education in business, accounting, HR or related fieldPayroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation preferred5 or more years' experience in payroll administration; 3 or more years of experience in benefits administrationProficiency with current HRIS platforms, preferably ADP Workforce NowProficiency in MS Word and Excel including V-lookups and Pivot TablesExcellent customer service skills Ability to maintain effective working relationships with staff and managementAbility to maintain strict confidentiality with sensitive and confidential information. Services for Renewable Energy