Current Opportunities

Payroll & Benefits Specialist

  • Location: Ottawa, Ontario
  • Type: Contract
  • Job #5122

Job #5122 – Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and service-driven individual to play a vital role in ensuring employees are paid accurately, receive the benefits they are entitled to, and have the information they need to make informed decisions. Reporting to the Director, People and Culture, this is a 4-month contract initially with the possibility of extension or conversion in the future. Combining your strong analytical and mathematical skills with sound judgement, discretion, and a collaborative approach, you will navigate competing priorities, resolve complex pay-related issues, and provide clear guidance on payroll, benefits, tax slips, and pension statements. Your ability to balance precision with people-focused service will be key to building trust and delivering a positive employee experience. The main responsibilities of this role include:

  • Process payroll accurately for unionized and non-unionized employees and the Board of Directors, ensuring compliance with legislation, collective agreements, and policies.
  • Administer employee benefits, retirement plans, leaves of absence, and special payroll deductions, including enrollments, changes, and retirement packages.
  • Respond to employee and retiree inquiries regarding payroll, compensation, benefits, pension plans, and claims, providing guidance with professionalism, empathy, and confidentiality.
  • Coordinate payroll and benefits activities related to employee onboarding, offboarding, workers’ compensation, and disability management.
  • Complete monthly and year-end reporting, reconciliations, tax filings, pension reporting, and third-party payments accurately and on time.
  • Conduct payroll audits, support internal and external audits, and ensure payroll records and transactions meet legislative and regulatory requirements.
  • Maintain accurate employee data and records within HR systems, support system testing and upgrades, and contribute to the development and implementation of payroll and benefits policies.
  • Provide payroll analysis and guidance to management, stay current on legislative changes, and assist with HR projects and day-to-day administrative activities.

If you want to be part of a collaborative, people-oriented team in a modern, progressive work environment while making a meaningful impact on the employee experience, apply today and get your foot in the door with a great organization!

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 3+ years of payroll and benefits experience
  • Completed PCP designation or in progress is strongly preferred
  • Conversational French at a minimum
  • Previous experience with UKG (Kronos)

How You Will Be Rewarded:

  • $75,000 – $85,000 annual equivalent salary range
  • 4% vacation paid out
  • Flex start time 7:30 – 9:00 am
  • Free parking

Location: Ottawa

Internal Job ID#: 5122

Recruiter Name: Tracey Windsor

How to Apply:

  1. If you are already registered with us, please contact your Recruiter and quote Job #5122.
  2. With a resume, click the “Apply Now” button below.
  3. Without a resume or have a question – Email us!

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We believe recruitment is about people, not algorithms. We do not use AI to screen, assess, or select applicants. Every application is personally reviewed by our hiring team, allowing us to provide the thoughtful, personalized recruitment experience we value. The recruiter responsible for this role will be in touch with those candidates whose skills and qualifications best match their client’s requirements. Please note that all candidates must be permitted to work in Canada to be considered.

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