Compensation & Benefits Coordinator

Title: Compensation & Benefits Coordinator

Date: May 2025

Location: Burnaby, BC

Job Description

The Compensation & Benefits position and is responsible for supporting with Total Compensation Program development; end to end payroll processing, the maintenance of benefit programs, accurate data in the HRIS (Dayforce) system and regular and ad-hoc management reporting.

Primary Responsibilities

Payroll:

• Responsible for the accurate and timely processing of bi-weekly payroll for approx. 150+ Canadian employees (BC and QC)
• Responsible for verifying the accuracy of various deductions and filing
• Responsible for year end filing and annual production of T4s, T4As, WCB, EHT and any other regulatory body
• Responsible for the maintenance of payroll records and annual audits for internal and external requirements.
• Responsible for identifying legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting payroll functions and ensures policies, procedures and reporting are in compliance.
• Continuously identify opportunities for process improvements, focusing on enhancing accuracy, efficiency, and overall payroll functionality
• Partner with People & Culture to ensure accurate and timely processing of new hires, terminations, promotions, ad-hoc compensation and merit increases
• Address or respond to inquires from managers, employees and finance department regarding payroll and expenses in agreed turnaround time
• Administer commission and bonus incentive process and communications

Benefits:

• Oversee and ensure company benefits align with collective agreements and employment contracts, managing enrollments, terminations, auditing and updates with the Service providers
• Responsible for administration of benefits and remittance of premiums as well maintenance of benefit files for group employees

Reporting & Systems:

• Oversee the employee database by managing updates for new hires, terminations, and employee information changes (e.g., addresses, bank accounts), as well as adjustments to rates, taxable benefits, and deductions
• Maintain attendance and vacation reporting, and provide monthly reports to leaders
• Maintain headcount reporting
• Ad hoc reporting and trend analysis as required
• Responsible for compiling budgetary information during the annual planning cycle
• Other duties as required or assigned

Education & Experience Required:

• A minimum of 3-5 years of payroll experience
• Certified Payroll Designation (PCP) an asset
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Dayforce mandatory
• Experience in unionized environment an asset

Skills Required:

• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Accuracy and attention to detail is critical
• Strong initiative and self-motivation skills
• Excellent organizational, prioritization and time management skills to deal with strict deadlines
• Proven ability to effectively multi-task in a fast-paced deadline driven environment
• Ability to adapt quickly to demanding situations
• Excellent interpersonal and business communication skills
• Strong aptitude for computer systems and software
• Strong skills using and understanding the flow of transactions in an integrated and automated payroll accounting system
• Demonstrated ability to work co-operatively in a tightly knit team and individually
• Portrays professionalism and exemplifies exceptional customer service skills