Payroll Specialist

Surrey, BC, Canada

Job Description


Let us welcome you home.Optima Living operates Independent Living, Assisted Living, Supportive Living and Memory Care communities in Alberta and British Columbia. Our communities are among the best places to live in Western Canada.Our Vision: For every person to feel at home.This is truly supported by our credo. \xe2\x80\x9cLet us welcome you home.\xe2\x80\x9d This vision for our residents is also very true for our dedicated team members. When you work with Optima Living you will feel welcomed, supported, motivated.As the Payroll Specialist located in Surrey, BC you are responsible for the accuracy of payroll and for minimizing operational risks. This includes ongoing monitoring of payroll activities and adherence to controls, quality assurance and compliance verification including performing account reconciliations.Responsibilities

  • Maintain and update employee information, such as records of employee attendance, leave and overtime to calculate pay and benefit entitlements, in Canadian and other currencies, using manual or computerized systems
  • Prepare and verify statements of earnings for employees, indicating gross and net salaries and deductions such as taxes, union dues, garnishments and insurance and pension plans
  • Prepare, verify and process all employee payroll related payments, including regular pay, benefit payments, and special payments such as bonuses and vacation pay
  • Complete, verify and process forms and documentation for administration of benefits such as pension plans, leaves, share savings, employment and medical insurance
  • Prepare payroll related filings and supporting documentation, such as year-end tax statements, pension, Records of Employment and other statements
  • Provide information on payroll matters, benefit plans and collective agreement provisions
  • Compile, review, and monitor statistical reports, statements, and summaries related to pay and benefits accounts
  • Prepare and balance period-end reports and reconcile issued payrolls to bank statements
  • Identify and resolve payroll discrepancies
  • Other duties as assigned to support operational requirements
What you will need to succeed
  • Minimum of 2 years payroll experience
  • Completion of payroll certificate is preferred
  • Experience with Payworks and or Comvida is an asset
  • Experience working in a multiple entity environment is an asset
  • Superior interpersonal skills to interact with internal employees and external vendors
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, demonstrating strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Strong sense of ethics and the ability to handle sensitive information with tact and discretion
  • Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines
  • Strong problem solving and analytical skills
  • Strong computer literacy including effective working skills with Microsoft Suite
  • Clear Police Information Check
  • Clear Vulnerable Sector Check
  • COVID-19 vaccination. This requirement will be waived if you did not receive the vaccination due to any legislated protected human rights grounds
Benefits:
  • Dental care
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • RRSP match
  • Vision care
  • Optima Days
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  • Job Id
    JD2294165
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Surrey, BC, Canada
  • Education
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