12 results for Compensation Benefits Specialist jobs

Benefits Coordinator

Concord, ON
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Temporary
30.4 - 35.2 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for a Benefits Coordinator to support benefits administration for a financial services environment in Concord, Ontario. This Long-term Contract position is well suited to someone who can manage employee benefit activities with accuracy, provide responsive support, and maintain organized records across multiple HR and payroll platforms. The successful candidate will help coordinate claims, coverage updates, and related administrative processes while working closely with internal teams and external providers. Responsibilities: • Administer day-to-day benefits activities, including enrolments, changes, terminations, and documentation updates. • Respond to employee and stakeholder inquiries regarding medical coverage, claims, eligibility, and benefit options in a timely manner. • Maintain accurate records within HR, payroll, and benefits systems such as ADP Workforce Now, Ceridian, and Dayforce. • Coordinate claim administration by reviewing submissions, tracking outstanding items, and following up with relevant contacts as needed. • Support planning and execution of benefits-related processes to ensure deadlines, compliance needs, and service expectations are met. • Prepare reports, reconcile benefits data, and identify discrepancies to help maintain data integrity across systems. • Work with vendors, carriers, and internal partners to resolve benefit issues and improve the employee support experience. • Assist with benefits administration activities connected to system or process updates when required.
2026-09-17T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Vancouver, BC
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Permanent
70000 - 75000 CAD / Yearly
Our client is a publicly traded natural resources organization with mining and exploration operations across North America. As the company continues to grow, they are seeking a Payroll Specialist to support a diverse workforce spanning multiple Canadian and U.S. jurisdictions. Position SummaryThe Payroll Specialist will be responsible for full-cycle payroll processing for Canadian employees while supporting the review and approval of U.S. payroll operations across multiple jurisdictions. This role will oversee payroll for both hourly and salaried employees, manage benefits administration, and ensure compliance with applicable payroll legislation. The ideal candidate will have strong payroll systems knowledge and experience working in complex or partially manual payroll environments. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process full-cycle payroll for employees located in British Columbia and Saskatchewan, ensuring timely and accurate payroll delivery.</li><li>Review, validate, and approve multi-jurisdictional U.S. payroll for a combination of hourly and salaried employees.</li><li>Process employee timesheets, including regular hours, overtime, bonuses, and other earnings adjustments.</li><li>Administer employee benefits programs, including enrollments, changes, terminations, and payroll deductions.</li><li>Process and reconcile 401(k) contributions and related payroll activities for U.S.-based employees.</li><li>Calculate and process annual incentive payments, bonuses, and other variable compensation.</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll records and employee data while ensuring compliance with Canadian and U.S. regulations.</li><li>Prepare payroll reconciliations, remittances, and year-end reporting requirements.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll and benefits inquiries in a timely and professional manner.</li><li>Partner with HR, Finance, and external payroll providers to ensure payroll accuracy and compliance.</li><li>Assist with payroll audits and identify opportunities for process improvements and enhanced controls.</li></ul>
2026-09-10T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Scarborough, ON
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Permanent
70000 - 75000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations in Scarborough, Ontario. This role is well suited to someone who is comfortable working across payroll, benefits administration, and accounting-related tasks while maintaining a high standard of accuracy. The successful candidate will contribute to day-to-day payroll processing, support payment activities, and assist with system-related payroll administration using tools such as QuickBooks Online and timekeeping platforms. Responsibilities: • Process payroll on a regular schedule, ensuring employee earnings, deductions, and adjustments are calculated correctly and issued on time. • Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation with a strong focus on accuracy, compliance, and confidentiality. • Administer employee benefit-related payroll entries and verify that applicable deductions and remittances are handled properly. • Review time and attendance information from tracking systems such as About Time to confirm hours and resolve discrepancies before payroll is finalized. • Support payment processing activities related to payroll transactions and coordinate follow-up on exceptions or outstanding items. • Work with accounting and HR colleagues to reconcile payroll data, respond to inquiries, and help keep employee information current. • Use accounting and payroll software, including QuickBooks Online, to enter, update, and validate payroll information. • Assist with payroll implementation-related tasks, including data review, setup support, and process alignment when required.
2026-08-26T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

North York, ON
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Permanent
80000 - 90000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a healthcare-focused organization in Toronto, Ontario. This position plays an important role in administering employee pay, benefits-related payroll activities, and payment processing while maintaining compliance with established policies and applicable regulations. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on experience with payroll systems, a high level of attention to detail, and the ability to manage confidential information with professionalism. Responsibilities:• Administer end-to-end payroll activities for employees, ensuring earnings, deductions, and adjustments are processed correctly and on schedule.• Review payroll data for accuracy, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues related to employee pay in a timely manner.• Maintain and update employee payroll records within accounting and payroll platforms, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.• Support benefits-related payroll administration, including the accurate handling of applicable deductions, remittances, and reconciliations.• Process payments and payroll-related transactions in accordance with internal controls, company procedures, and legislative requirements.• Prepare payroll reports and supporting documentation to assist with audits, reconciliations, and month-end activities.• Work with internal stakeholders to respond to payroll inquiries and provide clear information on payroll and payment matters.• Contribute to payroll system updates or process changes, including activities involving ADP Workforce Now or Ceridian when required.
2026-09-15T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Toronto, ON
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Temporary
28.5 - 33 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our team in Toronto, Ontario on a Long-term Contract basis. In this role, you will help manage day-to-day payroll operations while supporting accurate, timely processing for employees in the country and the United States. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, values precision, and can balance compliance requirements with responsive internal service. Responsibilities: • Process recurring payroll cycles for employees in the country and the U.S. with a strong focus on accuracy, deadlines, and regulatory compliance. • Review and prepare payroll adjustments for wages, deductions, and other pay-related changes before submitting them for authorization. • Update employee payroll records to reflect changes such as new banking details, tax information, employment status updates, terminations, and timesheet entries. • Complete payroll support documents and production worksheets required to facilitate each payroll run. • Generate and review audit reports, verifying payroll results and investigating discrepancies on payroll registers before finalization. • Prepare Records of Employment and address inquiries from government agencies related to payroll and employee information. • Track and maintain balances related to vacation, sick time, and other employee leave records in accordance with company policy. • Monitor and respond to payroll-related questions from internal stakeholders and external contacts in a thorough and timely manner. • Help ensure payroll practices align with applicable employment standards, tax legislation, and organizational policies while contributing to a safe and compliant workplace culture.
2026-09-14T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Calgary, AB
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Permanent
0 - 0 CAD / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a client to hire a Payroll Specialist who will play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for a growing organization. This position is ideal for someone with strong attention to detail, solid knowledge of payroll procedures, and the ability to manage sensitive information with discretion. Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Process payroll accurately and on schedule for employees in accordance with company policies and applicable regulations</li><li>Review and verify timesheets, wage calculations, deductions, garnishments, and direct deposit information</li><li>Maintain payroll records and ensure employee data is current and accurate</li><li>Respond to employee and management inquiries related to pay, taxes, withholdings, and payroll discrepancies</li><li>Assist with payroll tax reporting and year-end payroll activities</li><li>Support audits by preparing payroll documentation and reports</li><li>Partner with Human Resources and Accounting to ensure proper payroll setup, updates, and reporting</li><li>Monitor compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and strengthen internal controls</li></ul>
2026-09-08T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

North Bay, ON
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Temporary
31.6635 - 36.663 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our team in North Bay, Ontario on a Contract basis. In this role, you will support accurate and timely payroll processing while helping maintain compliance with payroll, tax, and benefits requirements. This opportunity is well suited to someone with hands-on experience using payroll and accounting systems in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Process regular payroll cycles accurately and on schedule while reviewing data for completeness and resolving discrepancies. • Maintain employee payroll records, including earnings, deductions, taxable benefits, and other payroll-related updates. • Administer benefit and payroll changes in accordance with internal policies and applicable legislative requirements. • Reconcile payroll information with accounting records and assist with journal entries, reporting, and related financial documentation. • Support payroll tax activities by preparing, reviewing, and validating remittances and statutory deductions. • Use systems such as ADP Workforce Now, Ceridian, Dayforce, and other accounting or payroll platforms to manage payroll transactions and reporting. • Respond to payroll-related questions from employees and internal stakeholders with clear and effective communication. • Assist with payroll process improvements, system updates, and related administrative tasks as required.
2026-09-17T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Ottawa, ON
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Temporary
30 - 35 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a healthcare organization in Ottawa, Ontario on a Contract basis. This opportunity is well suited to someone who thrives in a high-volume payroll setting and can manage time-sensitive work with accuracy and discretion. The successful candidate will support end-to-end payroll activities, benefits-related remittances, reporting, and payroll calculations while contributing to smooth and compliant payroll operations. Responsibilities:• Administer payroll processing for a large employee population, ensuring pay is issued accurately and within established timelines.• Review payroll data, validate earnings and deductions, and resolve discrepancies before finalizing each pay cycle.• Prepare and distribute payroll reports to support auditing, reconciliation, and internal record-keeping needs.• Calculate payments such as regular wages, adjustments, and other payroll-related amounts in accordance with applicable policies and legislation.• Coordinate benefit remittances and related payroll deductions, ensuring amounts are reconciled and submitted correctly.• Maintain payroll records and support compliance with statutory remittances, tax requirements, and organizational procedures.• Work with payroll and accounting systems to enter, update, and verify employee payroll information.• Assist with additional payroll administration duties as required to support day-to-day operations.
2026-08-31T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Toronto, ON
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Temporary
35 - 45 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for our client in Toronto, Ontario. This contract opportunity is ideal for someone who combines strong technical payroll knowledge with hands-on experience using leading payroll and accounting platforms. The successful candidate will help ensure employees are paid accurately and on time while supporting compliance, benefits administration, and payroll reporting. Responsibilities:• Assist with payroll system updates or related process changes as needed while minimizing disruption to ongoing operations.• Process bi-weekly payroll for a large, multi-provincial payroll across Canada• Handle employee payroll inquiries through ticketing system• Pull and balance employee hours• Verify payroll taxes and ensure payroll accuracy• Process union payroll across multiple unions• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to address payroll inquiries and improve day-to-day payroll processes.
2026-09-09T00:00:00Z

Payroll & Benefits Manager

Surrey, BC
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Permanent
100000 - 120000 CAD / Yearly
Our client is seeking a Payroll & Benefits Manager to join their growing organization. The Payroll & Benefits Manager will report into senior leadership and be responsible for leading the payroll and benefits function across a multi-site Canadian organization. This position will oversee full-cycle payroll, employee benefits administration, payroll accounting, compliance, and a small payroll team while acting as the organization's subject matter expert for payroll and benefits. The ideal candidate enjoys improving processes, leading people, and working in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, compliance, and exceptional employee service are paramount. What's on Offer• Salary: $100,000 - $120,000• 3 weeks' vacation• Extended Benefits• Company-sponsored social events throughout the year• Monday – Friday onsite position• Opportunity to join a growing, well-established Canadian organization with excellent long-term career potential Must Haves• Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation• Union payroll experience• Minimum 2 years of leadership experience• Employee benefits administration experience• Payroll accounting experience, including month-end reconciliations and journal entries Nice to Have• Payroll Leadership Professional (PLP) designation• Experience with Payworks payroll software• Experience managing payroll across multiple locations or entities• Experience supporting payroll or benefits audits• Strong Microsoft Excel skills• Experience identifying and implementing process improvements• Strong communication and leadership skills
2026-09-14T00:00:00Z

Payroll & Benefits Administrator

Burlington, ON
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Permanent
70000 - 75000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll & Benefits Administrator to support accurate payroll delivery and effective benefits coordination for a social services organization in Burlington, Ontario. This position plays an important role in maintaining employee records, meeting reporting obligations, and ensuring staff receive timely support with payroll and benefits matters. The successful candidate will work closely with internal teams and external providers while upholding confidentiality, compliance, and data accuracy. Responsibilities: • Administer end-to-end payroll for hourly and salaried team members using the organization’s human capital management platform. • Maintain payroll system settings and employee pay records, ensuring timesheets are properly configured, submitted, and approved by leaders. • Prepare and issue payroll documentation such as Records of Employment, tax slips, and other legislated forms in accordance with applicable requirements. • Complete payroll reconciliations and statutory remittances on a monthly, quarterly, and year-end basis within required deadlines. • Investigate payroll questions and discrepancies, resolve issues promptly, and update records to prevent recurring errors. • Oversee benefits administration activities, including enrolments, status changes, terminations, and ongoing employee updates. • Coordinate savings plan contributions and work with external service partners to manage enrolment and termination processes. • Support disability-related claims administration by liaising with providers and internal stakeholders on short-term and long-term cases. • Produce scheduled and ad hoc reports related to payroll, benefits, headcount, and workforce data, and provide documentation for audits as needed. • Contribute to payroll element setup and related configuration activities within the organization’s newer system environment when required.
2026-09-09T00:00:00Z

Manager- Payroll & Benefits

Hamilton, ON
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Permanent
100000 - 120000 CAD / Yearly
Our client is a Canadian-based company located in Hamilton, Ontario seeking a Manager, Payroll & Benefits to join their team and take ownership of payroll, benefits, pension administration and related HR processes for both Canadian and U.S. employees. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer and Vice-President of Human Resources, this is a highly visible role that works closely with Finance, Human Resources, external consultants, benefit providers, pension trustees and government agencies. Key ResponsibilitiesPayroll Administration<ul><li>Administer Canadian and U.S. salaried payroll, ensuring accurate, timely and confidential processing.</li><li>Oversee Canadian hourly payroll administration in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement and applicable legislation.</li><li>Review payroll registers, coordinate payroll funding and maintain accurate payroll records.</li><li>Prepare and file annual payroll reporting, including T4s, T4As and U.S. Forms W-2.</li><li>Ensure compliance with payroll legislation, tax requirements, employment standards and company policies.</li></ul>Benefits Administration<ul><li>Manage the day-to-day administration of Canadian and U.S. employee benefit programs, including health, dental, life, disability and AD&D plans.</li><li>Administer short- and long-term disability claims, including coordination of return-to-work programs.</li><li>Lead annual benefit renewals, carrier negotiations and cost-containment initiatives.</li><li>Liaise with benefit providers, consultants, legal counsel and employees.</li><li>Reconcile benefit eligibility files, carrier invoices and management reports.</li><li>Administer Supplemental Unemployment Benefit (SUB) Plan requirements and regulatory filings.</li></ul>Pension Administration<ul><li>Serve as a member of the Company's Pension Committee.</li><li>Administer defined benefit, defined contribution and SIMPLE IRA pension plans.</li><li>Process pension transactions including retirements, enrolments, pension adjustments, lump-sum payments and benefit calculations.</li><li>Maintain pension records and ensure compliance with applicable legislation and filing requirements.</li><li>Prepare pension reports, funding schedules, benefit forecasts and regulatory filings.</li><li>Monitor pension funding requirements and support ongoing process improvements.</li></ul>Payroll Accounting & Financial Reporting<ul><li>Prepare and reconcile payroll, benefit and pension-related journal entries.</li><li>Reconcile payroll liabilities, source deductions, benefit premiums and pension contributions.</li><li>Process statutory remittances, including EHT, WSIB and other regulatory obligations.</li><li>Calculate monthly insurance premiums and prepare related payments.</li><li>Prepare weekly funding requirements for the Administrative Services Only (ASO) account.</li><li>Support monthly and year-end financial reporting.</li><li>Provide payroll, pension and benefit information for financial statement preparation.</li></ul>
2026-09-16T00:00:00Z