Payroll & Benefits Specialist
TEN Canada (Transportation Equipment Network)
- Mississauga, ON
- $65,000-80,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Reports to: Payroll and Benefits Manager
Job Status: Full Time – Permanent
Compensation: 65,000 to 80,000We're so much more than just another trailer companyTEN offers industry-leading transportation solutions, with a powerful commitment to growth, safety, and forward-thinking technology. We're a connected team working toward a shared vision of excellence.Transportation Equipment Network (TEN) is a proud North American leader in transportation equipment and solutions. We're full-service and fully loaded with an industry-leading diverse fleet of over 80,000 trailers and a support network of 240 service bays, 118 mobile service trucks, and 430+ skilled mechanics.We are seeking an experienced Payroll and Benefits Specialist to join our team! This role is based in our Canadian Headquarters in Mississauga and plays a key part in ensuring all payroll transactions are processed and recorded accurately and on time using the ADP Workforce Now platform.This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented, proactive payroll professional who is eager to learn and grow. We are seeking an individual who embraces challenges and contributes ideas to enhance efficiencies, helping us maintain a world-class payroll and benefits operation. Operating in a fast-paced environment, we are committed to providing the training, support, and tools you need to succeed. Join our team and advance your career with us!As the successful candidate you will be performing the following duties:Main responsibilities:
- Oversee and process a full biweekly payroll cycle for approximately 400 salaried and hourly employees.
- Administer all aspects of biweekly payroll, including:
- Inputting and validating payroll data to ensure accuracy and completeness;
- Processing taxable benefits, bonus payments, DPSP, RRSP contributions, and other earnings accurately and within established timelines;
- Setting up and maintaining third-party payments and garnishments;
- Reconciling payroll records in a timely manner and preparing reports for the Finance department, including statutory remittances;
- Calculating and reconciling vacation accruals and banked time, personal days, unpaid leave, shift premiums, expense reimbursements, awards, commissions, quarterly payments, and other variable compensation.
- Create strong relationships with TEN managers to ensure correct use of ADP Workforce Now including time and attendance submissions and answer any employee related inquires.
- Liaise with ADP to ensure payroll processes remain compliant with all applicable federal and provincial legislation.
- Administer and support employee benefit programs through Canada Life and retirement plans through Sun Life Financial.
- Prepare and deliver monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc payroll and benefits reports.
- Other duties as required
- Certified Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) through the National Payroll Institute
- Five years of proven experience managing full-cycle payroll for both salaried and hourly employees
- Strong hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now
- Extensive experience processing multi province payroll (including Quebec)
- Strong understanding of payroll-related tax regulations and remittance requirements, including source deductions, Employer Health Tax (EHT), WSIB, and WCB/CNESST
- Bilingual in French is an asset
- Strong educational background and practical experience in accounting policies
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Exceptional attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy
- Analytical mindset with a strong process-driven approach
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Energetic, personable professional with a positive attitude
- Competitive wages
- Excellent benefits package, along with a Health Care Spending Account.
- Internal and external training opportunities Paid Vacation and Personal Days Annually
- Excellent RRSP Plan
- Awards Program and Employee Referral Program
- Company Team Events