Payroll and Benefits Specialist

2 weeks ago


Toronto, Canada Roots Full time

Roots is more than just an/the iconic Canadian retailer, we are a group of passionate employees who act with integrity, trust each other and do what is right. We work in a space where people can grow and develop, with a team of people who own results and are dedicated to seeing Roots win. We seek to build longstanding relationships with partners who share our commitment to maintaining high ethical standards of operation.

We are currently seeking a Payroll and Benefits Specialist who can be nice, will seek inspiration from our roots, can commit to achieving results the right way and loves to think big to join us on our journey. The Payroll and Benefits Specialist is a member of our Finance team, reporting directly to the Treasury Manager.

The Payroll and Benefits Specialist for Roots will be responsible for the following:

- Responsible for managing the weekly payroll cycle for designated divisions; including entry, transmission & submission and ensuring payroll is completed on time and with accuracy
- Role of backup for the Manager, Payroll & Benefits with payroll functions for all Retail, Head Office and US employees
- Support the efforts of the Manager, Payroll & Benefits in day-to-day payroll functions
- Draft related correspondence including but not limited to Employment Verifications, Benefits Enrollment and changes, & ROE’s
- Provide support to the annual salary review and bonus process
- Support Payroll & Benefits Manager with payroll activities including year-end, remittances, incentive programs, benefits enrollments & updates
- Support process improvement initiatives
- Establish and maintain relationships with 3rd party providers and ensure timely correspondence
- Completing T4's, T4As, RLI, T2200, 1095
- Provide high quality Employee service by ensuring timely resolution of Employee payroll, benefit and system inquiries
- As a member of the payroll team deliver payroll year end reporting within legislated timelines and established data integrity standards
- Upon hire of new employee and termination, establish that all relevant benefit information are handled
- Support the Retail employees to advance their understanding and ensure adherence to Roots payroll administration processes
- Build custom reports on request for various departments
- Complete salary surveys & reporting/analytics
- Have an understanding on the structure of the company to be able to provide system-based solutions
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a Payroll Coordinator or similar role
- Completion of diploma or degree in Canadian Payroll Administration or related field
- Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certification an asset
- Configuration of Dayforce time, attendance, benefits, payroll, and HR Modules
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proven strategic and analytical problem-solving skills with attention to details
- Advanced computer skills including experience with Ceridian Dayforce & Microsoft Office, especially Excel
- Knowledge and understanding of US benefits including ACA
- Ability to deal with multiple demands and priorities
- Creative aptitude with ability to think outside the box when making recommendations
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Excel in team environment and ability to work with mínimal supervision
- Strong customer service attitude along with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships both internally and externally

Founded in 1973, Roots Canada is a publicly held Canadian lifestyle brand that sells apparel, leather bags, small leather goods, footwear and active athletic wear with over 100 retail stores in North America and Asia.



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