Bilingual HR & Payroll Coordinator / Coordonateur bilingue des ressources humaines et de la paie

Are you an HR Coordinator, fluent in French, and looking to work remotely from home? Do you have some payroll experience and are eager to learn in a dynamic work environment?

SWG is open to training in payroll functions and supports continuing education and training programs.

About the Organization

Since 1961, South Western Insurance Group Limited (SWG) has been a trusted Managing General Agent, offering a wide range of innovative insurance solutions for specialty, niche, and program needs.

We proudly provide underwriting expertise to independent insurance brokers across Canada, helping them find the best solutions for their clients.

Our Nationwide Presence

Our team operates remotely from coast to coast, ensuring that we are accessible and responsive to our brokers' needs, no matter where they are located.

Our Commitment to Excellence and Innovation

At SWG, we are dedicated to excellence in underwriting, risk management, and customer service. We constantly refine our business practices to maintain the highest standards of service and innovation.

Our goal is to support our brokers with unparalleled expertise and a proactive approach to finding solutions.

Our Vision

To be the preferred MGA based on superior service and underwriting excellence delivered by knowledgeable staff.

Our Culture

At SWG, we foster a collaborative and supportive work environment. Our employees are encouraged to innovate and grow, contributing to a dynamic and forward-thinking culture.

We believe in investing in our people, who are the foundation of our success and the key to our continued growth.

Join us at SWG, where we combine tradition with innovation to lead the way in the insurance industry. Be a part of a team that values excellence, supports professional development, and is committed to making a difference.

We also offer :

• Flexible work hours with work-from-home opportunity (100% remote)
• A competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive Health Benefits (SWG pays for most premiums)
• Support of continuing education training and programs

About the Bilingual HR & Payroll Coordinator position :

The bilingual HR & Payroll Coordinator is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of the full cycle bi-weekly Canadian payroll and is the subject matter expert and frontline support to employees on payroll inquiries.

The HR & Payroll Coordinator will also provide bilingual HR support for the organization.

Responsibilities of the Bilingual HR & Payroll Coordinator :

• Bilingual HR support to employees across Canada including Quebec (i.e. screening resumes and interviews, issuing letters of employment, onboarding & offboarding, policy compliance, etc.);
• Coordinate and process bi-weekly payroll and special runs, ensuring compliance with all government legislation and company policies;
• Process year end and associated audits, reconciliations and reporting;
• Communicate with various tax agencies and benefit providers;
• Continuous improvement of all HR and payroll functions through keeping current in best practices;
• Review and reconcile group benefits invoices and maintain records and reports;
• Respond to payroll and HR inquiries.

What we look for :

The successful candidate will be collaborative, deliver exemplary service, have excellent attention to detail as well as the ability and agility to work in a fast-paced environment.

They have also demonstrated a strong work ethic, professional integrity and the ability to maintain confidentiality and use sound judgment throughout their career.

• Bilingual in French and English a must;
• Minimum 3 years’ HR experience with some payroll exposure. Experience with ADP Workforce Now a strong asset;
• Diploma in finance, HR or related field;
• Payroll certification with CPA in good standing an asset;
• Experience with acquisitions and due diligence an asset;
• Basic knowledge of Canadian payroll functions and practices and payroll legislation;
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word and Outlook. Good knowledge of report writing;
• Detail oriented and accurate, with strong follow through;
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and use sound judgement while handling sensitive information;
• Ability to handle multiple tasks independently and without supervision;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills including the ability to be resourceful in defining solutions;
• High degree of interpersonal skills as well as excellent verbal and written skills;
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple deliverables in a time-sensitive environment and adapt to frequently changing priorities;
• Comfortable dealing with people at all levels within and outside our organization, including payroll providers and government regulatory bodies;
• Autonomous and comfortable working with minimal supervision.

Commitment to Open Doors

SWG is committed to creating the best work environment. Our open-door policy is essential in recognizing business issues as they rise and to address the changing needs of our diverse workforce.

Challenging management is a component at SWG some of our best ideas start from a conversation between a manager and a team member.

Diversity and Inclusion

SWG is an inclusive and accessible employer, committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes.

We believe that diversity makes us better business partners and that embracing people’s differences can bring amazing results and fuel innovation.

We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.

Please inform us if you require any accommodation during the hiring process. We thank all applicants in advance, however only those under consideration will be contacted.

Note : French version of posting can be found using the link to apply.