Payroll and Benefits Specialist

3 days 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 - 12-month contract who 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 Payroll and Benefits Manager.

The Payroll and Benefits Specialist - 12-month contract for Roots will be responsible for the following:

- Timely and accurate full-cycle processing of payroll for hourly and salaried employees, including but not limited to reviewing paperwork and keying payroll entries into the system for employees across multi provinces and 2 stores in US, complete benefit enrollment and issue ROEs.
- Ensures payroll is processed in compliance with company policy and legislation.
- Create, update, and maintain up-to-date process documentation.
- Support the efforts of the Manager, Payroll & Benefits in day-to-day payroll functions.
- Maintains and updates employee information in both payroll system and benefit provider sites.
- Provide high quality employee service by ensuring timely resolution of employee payroll, benefit, and system inquiries.
- Maintain confidentiality in all matters.
- Support 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, RL-1, T2200
- As a member of the payroll team deliver payroll year end reporting within legislated timelines and established data integrity standards
- Build custom reports on request for various departments.
- Understanding on the structure of the company to be able to provide system-based solutions.
- Other duties as required.
- University degree or College diploma is preferred.
- 3+ years of payroll experience processing and administering benefits or similar role.
- Dayforce experience is required.
- Certified Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation is an asset.
- Attention to detail and ability to handle multiple priorities.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
- Advanced computer skills including experience with Ceridian Dayforce & Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
- Knowledge and understanding of US benefits.
- 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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