HR Generalist

About Elte

At Elte, we believe in considered design, timeless pieces that elevate the way people live. For over a century, our family-owned company has partnered with visionary designers and artisans to bring the finest in luxury furniture, rugs, lighting, and home décor to life. Our three expansive showrooms anchor Toronto's Design District, including our sister brand Mkt, focused on modern, curated living.

About the Role

We are looking for a HR Generalist, who has a strong background in payroll for a 12-month contract. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, highly organized, has a keen attention to detail with the ability to multitask when priorities change and possesses excellent administrative and computer skills, especially in excel. This role includes working collaboratively with the People & Culture team team as well as all client groups to support human resources functions and initiatives and is responsible for accurately processing payroll and administrating benefits in a timely and efficient manner. The ideal candidate is truly passionate about payroll and benefits, cares about the details and prides themselves on completing tasks accurately and on time. This role will serve as the "go-to" person for several aspects of HR, which include Payroll, Benefits Administration, HR Special Projects, and HR Administration.

Key Responsibilities
(
among other things
):

• Process biweekly payroll
  for 150–200 team members including salary, hourly and commission types.
• Administer health benefits and RRSP program
  including managing benefit portals.
• Provide support/address questions
  for team members regarding compensation, leaves of absence, benefits, etc.
• Act as main Admin for HRIS
  including managing team information and overseeing time and attendance.
• Ensure all remittances
  such as EHT, WSIB, EI and CPP are remitted accurately and in a timely manner.
• Complete Year End processing
  including generation of T4s and T2200s, compliance review of CRA remittances and adjustments.
• Calculate and process special payments
  such as vacation, statutory holiday pay, retro pay, bonuses and separation payments.
• Issue ROEs
  and act as a liaison to Service Canada for inquiries.
• Generate payroll reports
  and other monthly reports for Finance/Management and input payroll data for journal entry.
• Prepare employment letters, agreements and separation documentation
  as directed.
• Maintain all team member information
  in a strict confidential manner.
• Manage all Health & Safety
  initiatives, including JHSC coordination, maintaining the H&S board, overseeing First Aid supply ordering, and handling injury reporting and WSIB claims.
• Conduct or coordinate workplace inspections
  to ensure compliance and a safe work environment.
• Maintain professional relationships
  both internally and externally that are aligned with Elte's values.
• Willingness to take on additional responsibilities
  and other assigned tasks as directed by the Director of People & Culture.

Requirements

• 2+ years' payroll processing experience
  required, including year-end processing.
• Experience with Humi (Employment Hero) HRIS
  is an asset.
• Experience or exposure to health benefits/RRSP administration.
• Knowledge of human resource processes, best practices, and employment laws/legislation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Outstanding time management and organization skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize
  with a keen attention to detail.
• Ethical, possesses integrity
  with the ability to handle sensitive data with confidentiality.
• Curious with an aptitude for problem-solving.
• Fully proficient in Microsoft Office,
  especially Microsoft Excel.
• Post-secondary diploma in Human Resources Management
  is an asset.

Our Use of AI in Recruitment

At Elte, we use AI only to support our active recruitment efforts on LinkedIn, leveraging LinkedIn Recruiter's AI functions to help identify and reach out to potential candidates. We do not use AI to screen, filter, or review any applications or resumes,
every application is manually reviewed by our recruitment team
, and if not selected for a current role, may be personally added to our talent pool for future opportunities.

Application & Accessibility

We appreciate your interest in joining Elte. Applicants are encouraged to apply if this opportunity aligns with their experience and passion. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

In accordance with the
Ontario Human Rights Code
,
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)
, and
Elte Accommodation Policy
, accommodations are available throughout the hiring process. Applicants should make their needs known in advance.

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and explore careers at
https://elte-carpets-
.