Payroll Administrator

We are looking for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join our team on a contract basis in Burnaby, British Columbia. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in managing payroll operations and has a strong understanding of both unionized and non-unionized payroll processes. The role requires expertise in processing multiple payroll cycles, ensuring compliance with remittance deadlines, and maintaining accurate records.

Responsibilities :

• Process full-cycle payroll for unionized and non-unionized employees, including salary and hourly staff.
• Manage monthly union remittances and health and welfare administration, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Address union-related inquiries, including rate changes and retroactive calculations, and ensure compliance with collective agreements.
• Administer benefits for employees, including updates and reporting.
• Prepare and issue Records of Employment (ROEs) after payroll processing.
• Utilize payroll and accounting software, such as Bamboo HR and Jonas Construction, to manage payroll operations efficiently.
• Reconcile payroll-related accounts and manage journal entries as needed.
• Ensure all payroll cycles are completed on schedule, maintaining compliance with deadlines.
• Communicate effectively with team members and union representatives to resolve payroll-related concerns.
• Maintain organized payroll records and support audits when required.
• Minimum of 5 years of payroll experience, including full-cycle payroll.
• Proficiency with payroll and accounting software systems such as Bamboo HR and Jonas Construction.
• Strong knowledge of unionized payroll processes and collective agreements.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines for payroll processing and remittances.
• Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to work with templates.
• Excellent communication skills to liaise with employees and union representatives.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills to manage multiple payroll cycles.
• Familiarity with benefit administration and reporting processes.

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