Payroll & Benefits Administrator (18 Month Term)

We’re all about the craft.KF Aerospace is proud to deliver innovative aircraft services for corporate, commercial, and military customers worldwide. Launched in 1970 out of British Columbia’s beautiful city of Kelowna, KF has grown to specialize in a wide range of aviation services including maintenance and modifications, cargo operations, military pilot training and aircraft leasing. With facilities across Canada, KF is home to over 1,200 highly skilled individuals. Our passion for our craft fuels every project we touch.JOB OVERVIEWReporting to the Payroll Manager, the incumbent is responsible for tasks related to the complex bi-weekly payroll, and to assist in the administration of the company benefit plans. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESPayroll AdministrationThe incumbent is responsible to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll and maintenance of payroll data including:Preparing the bi-weekly payroll on time, accurately and in compliance with legislation.Accurately entering payroll informationEnsuring accuracy of all payroll data, such as, benefits forms, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability forms and Company Pension Plan formsVerifying and balancing of payrollSubmitting payroll to ADP by designated deadlineProcessing new hires, transfers, and terminationsPreparing and/or approving ROE’s and T4’sUnderstanding and processing garnishments and family maintenance deductions Working with ADP on stop payments/reversalsMaintaining digital payroll filing system Auditing Payroll RegistersResponding in a timely and appropriate manner to employee and management inquiries regarding payroll data Benefits AdministrationThe incumbent is responsible to understand the company benefit and pension plans and to support their administration in the following manner:Compiling and distributing benefits packages and cards for new employees Maintaining accurate employee information and inputting changes to family statusProcessing SunLife enrollments and terminationsProcessing STD and LTD formsAdministering the payment of STD and WCB through the payroll systemResponding to employee questions regarding benefits information Following up on insurance information for employeesLiaising between employees and insurance broker regarding claimsCompiling and distributing reports as requiredIn addition to the above duties and responsibilities, the Payroll and Benefits Administrators are responsible to back up one another for vacation relief, participate in special projects and complete other duties as assigned.REQUIREMENTSPayroll Compliance Practitioner designation -PCP through National Payroll Institute Minimum3years’ experience with computerized full cycle payroll administrationStrong ability to interpret and apply legislative requirements, ideally with experience in a federally regulated environmentExperience with ADP Workforce Now is considered an assetExcellent Microsoft Excel and Outlook skillsStrong Customer Service skillsProven attention to detailMust be highly organized with strong multi-tasking abilities while working under pressure to meet deadlinesExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to maintain a high level of confidentiality Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a teamSelf-motivatedBENEFITSFull-Time staff benefits include (but are not limited to): Health and DentalShort & Long-Term DisabilityLife InsuranceHealth Spending AccountPersonal (Wellness) Spending AccountPaid vacation and Personal time offThe opportunity to bank overtimePension matching plan and voluntary RRSPEmployee & Family Assistance ProgramFree financial adviceA bonus program based on organizational performanceSALARYThe wage band is KF level 7, $62,000-$77,000 annually. The expertise and technical skill level of the candidate is assessed during the selection process for placement within the band. Note: The salary range maximum signifies full job knowledge.