Payroll Specialist

About the Role:

We have a current opening for a Payroll Specialist and are actively reviewing applications.

Ferrero is anything but ordinary!
Ferrero is a global company that is privately owned by the Ferrero family. The company has grown from a small Italian confectionary shop in Alba, Italy to become the third largest confectionary manufacturer in the world, producing famous market-leading brands such as Nutella®, Tic Tac®, Ferrero Rocher®, and Kinder Joy®.
With new innovations and exciting expansions plans in place, there has never been a better time to join the Ferrero Group and be extraordinary with us!
The Payroll Specialist is responsible for the timely and accurate processing of payroll and benefits for both hourly and salary employees.
This is a perfect role for a mid to senior level Specialist with a diverse range of experience.
This position reports to the Payroll Manager and is based in Brantford.

Main Responsibilities:

Payroll Processing
• Administration of the complete payroll process for employees in a rotating shift environment
• Experience with ADP WFN is an asset
• Process special payments
• Process new hires, employee changes and terminations/ROE’s
• Maintain accurate and current employee information
• Verify bi-weekly information is accurate
• Follow up with employees registering for pay statement, or requiring password resets
• Monitor and analyze payroll data for continuous improvement opportunities and trends
Benefits & Pension Administration
• Provide day-to-day benefits administration services
• Maintain accurate premium reporting
• Perform regular audits for employee pension contributions and voluntary deductions to savings plans
Disability Claims Administration
• Provide employees with information regarding their disability benefits
• Send paperwork to employees and follow up with them when they are off due to disability
• Provide WSIB Earnings reports to H&S as requested

About You:

3+ years of experience in a similar position
• Experience administering payroll for salary and hourly employees in a rotating shift environment
• Knowledge and demonstrated experience with Benefits and Pension administration
• Thorough knowledge of Canadian (federal, provincial, municipal) employment and payroll related legislation, in particular Employment Standards, CRA requirements
• Strong knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook, database management and record keeping.
• Experience with SAP would be an asset
• Knowledge of accounting principles and procedures would be an asset
• Proven ability to work effectively in a fast paced, changing environment
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task, probe, analyze and problem solve complex issues
• Demonstrated prioritization, organization, time management, planning, and follow-up skills
• Strong communication skills – written and spoken
• Professional, tactful, and maintains a high degree of confidentiality

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure
As part of our recruitment process, Ferrero may use artificial intelligence (AI) enabled tools to assist with reviewing candidate applications. These tools are used solely to support recruiters by summarizing application information and identifying potential alignment with job requirements. AI does not independently screen out or select candidates, and it does not replace human judgment. Final decisions regarding candidate progression are always made by Ferrero recruiters and hiring managers.

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The base salary range for this position is $64,000 - 84,000 CAD. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This range represents the anticipated salary for this position at this time.

In addition to base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other benefits.

About Ferrero:

Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more about Ferrero at ferrero.com.

DE&I at Ferrero:

Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.
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Ferrero is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable human rights laws. Ferrero will recruit, hire, train, and promote all persons without regard to race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, or history of disability (except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is not able to perform the essential functions of the position even with reasonable accommodations), citizenship, or any other protected characteristic.

Ferrero will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise the People & Organization (HR) Representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.