Payroll & Benefits Administrator

Payroll & Benefits AdministratorLocation: Mississauga, ON
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: $60,000–$70,000 annually, based on experience
Industry: Industrial / Manufacturing Recruitment Partner: Fuze HR Solutions Fuze HR Solutions is currently recruiting for a Payroll & Benefits Administrator on behalf of an established organization in Mississauga, Ontario. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented payroll professional who has experience supporting Canadian multi-provincial payroll and is looking to take ownership of a broad payroll and benefits function within a collaborative corporate environment. Reporting directly to the Corporate Controller, the Payroll & Benefits Administrator will be responsible for supporting accurate and timely payroll processing, benefits administration, statutory compliance, reconciliations and payroll-related reporting. The successful candidate will work closely with Finance, Human Resources and regional leadership while also contributing to payroll process improvements and system efficiencies. Key Responsibilities

• Process biweekly Canadian payroll for hourly and salaried employees, including both union and non-union populations.
• Complete payroll data entry, validation, auditing and reporting to ensure accuracy and data integrity.
• Administer employee benefits and respond to employee inquiries related to payroll, benefits, time and attendance.
• Calculate, deduct and remit union dues in accordance with applicable collective agreements and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure payroll practices comply with applicable Canadian wage and hour legislation, payroll tax requirements, union agreements and company policies.
• Prepare and submit certified payroll reports and support applicable prevailing-wage reporting requirements.
• Perform biweekly payroll reconciliations and support monthly payroll reporting.
• Assist Finance with the preparation of payroll-related monthly journal entries.
• Prepare and complete year-end payroll reporting, including T4s, T2200s and related documentation.
• Conduct regular payroll audits to identify discrepancies and maintain accurate employee and payroll information.
• Support the harmonization and standardization of payroll systems, processes and procedures across multiple entities.
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, strengthen internal controls and increase system efficiencies.
• Prepare ad hoc payroll reports for senior leadership and other internal departments.
• Maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive employee, payroll and financial information.

These responsibilities reflect the full-cycle payroll, union, reconciliation, compliance and year-end requirements identified by client. Qualifications & Experience

• College diploma or degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Payroll, Accounting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1–3+ years of payroll and benefits administration experience.
• Multi-provincial Canadian payroll experience is required.
• Experience processing payroll for both hourly and salaried employees.
• Knowledge of Canadian payroll tax requirements and employment legislation.
• Previous exposure to unionized payroll environments and collective agreements is highly desirable.
• Working knowledge of ADP is an asset but is not required.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational, prioritization and follow-up skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a time-sensitive payroll environment with minimal errors.
• Strong communication and customer-service skills when responding to employee payroll and benefits inquiries.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with HR, Finance and operational teams.
• High level of professionalism and discretion when handling confidential information.

Client specifically identifies multi-provincial experience, Canadian payroll legislation knowledge, Excel capability and confidentiality as requirements, with ADP knowledge listed as beneficial rather than mandatory. What Our Client Offers

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits
• Health spending account
• Pension plan with company matching
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Life and accidental insurance
• Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
• Structured onboarding and ongoing training
• Access to professional development and online learning opportunities
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced Finance, HR and payroll professionals
• Stable, established organization with opportunities to contribute to payroll process improvement

The benefits above are directly reflected in the client's provided package.