<p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Payroll Administration</p><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><p>Benefits Administration</p><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><p>Pension Administration</p><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><p>Payroll Accounting & Financial Reporting</p><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>
<p>We are looking for a Payroll & HR Generalist to support payroll and human resources operations for a manufacturing organization in Guelph, Ontario. This position combines accurate payroll administration with day-to-day HR coordination, helping employees and managers receive timely support across a range of people processes. The successful candidate will bring strong attention to detail, sound knowledge of legislative requirements, and the ability to handle confidential information appropriately.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Administer weekly payroll within established timelines while ensuring earnings, deductions, and related calculations are processed correctly.</p><p>• Maintain up-to-date payroll files and employee records, ensuring information is accurate, complete, and properly documented.</p><p>• Oversee benefits administration, statutory deductions, and required remittances in accordance with applicable regulations and internal practices.</p><p>• Prepare Records of Employment and contribute to year-end payroll tasks, including the compilation of T4 information.</p><p>• Address payroll-related questions from employees by providing clear, timely, and attentive support.</p><p>• Assist with hiring activities by coordinating recruitment steps, preparing onboarding materials, and supporting new employee setup.</p><p>• Help deliver employee orientation and provide administrative support for benefit, pension, leave, and accommodation matters.</p><p>• Produce HR documents and reports while responding to employee and manager questions related to workplace policies and procedures.</p><p>• Contribute to employee engagement efforts and assist with the coordination of training activities and related communications.</p>