<p>On behalf of our client, Robert Half is seeking a Payroll Administrator based in Stratford, ON. This opportunity is structured as a remote contract position. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing payroll operations for a non-union workforce of approximately 250 employees.</p><ul><li><strong>Job Responsibilities</strong>Maintain and update the in-house payroll system to ensure accuracy of pay rates, benefit premiums, and statutory deductions.</li><li>Enter employee data and coordinate integration with related systems.</li><li>Audit payroll records, investigate discrepancies, and resolve employee payroll issues, escalating as needed.</li><li>Monitor outstanding timesheets and verify that all hours are entered prior to payroll processing.</li><li>Reconcile payroll hours with the billing system to confirm correct billing for frontline staff.</li><li>Ensure payroll processes adhere to organizational policies and relevant employment legislation.</li><li>Support employee training and respond to inquiries related to payroll and timesheet data.</li><li>Prepare Records of Employment, manage year-end payroll processing, and issue required tax documents within specified timelines.</li><li>Review benefits programs with new hires and oversee timely enrolment and maintenance of benefit data.</li><li>Administer employee benefits, including enrolment, updates, and terminations, and coordinate payments to providers.</li><li>Assist with the administration of short and long-term disability programs.</li><li>Address employee benefit questions and liaise with insurance carriers to resolve concerns.</li><li>Participate in quality and continuous improvement initiatives aligned with agency programs.</li><li>Engage in proactive health and safety activities and report any risks or concerns to the supervisor.</li><li>Stay current with all policies, procedures, and legislation relevant to payroll and benefits administration.</li><li><strong>Job Requirements</strong>Minimum of 5 years of payroll experience.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to meet tight deadlines and effectively prioritize tasks.</li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related software applications.</li><li>Strong skills in problem solving, time management, and decision making.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.</li><li>Experience managing payroll for both hourly and salaried employees in a non-union environment is an asset.</li></ul><p><br></p>

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