Payroll and Benefits Specialist at Aviso Wealth

Toronto, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Dec, 25

Salary

80000.0

Posted On

17 Sep, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Payroll Administration, Benefits Administration, Data Entry, Records Management, Client Service, Collaboration, Attention to Detail, Time Management, Accounting Knowledge, Legislation Knowledge, ADP WFN Experience, Communication Skills, Problem Solving, Continuous Improvement, Teamwork, Confidentiality

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Aviso: At Aviso, we are dedicated to improving the financial well-being of Canadians. As a leading wealth management organization, we are committed to leadership, innovation, partnership, responsibility, and community. Working with talented and energetic professionals who exemplify our values every day, you will quickly notice that our people and dynamic ‘oneaviso’ culture sets us apart. If you are looking for interesting and challenging work, at a company committed to its people, find out more about what Aviso has to offer at www.aviso.ca. The Opportunity: We’re looking for a Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join our HR Center of Excellence team. Reporting to the Manager, Payroll & Benefits the Payroll & Benefits Specialist is responsible for supporting the payroll function by performing multi- company and jurisdictional administrative functions including, preparing payroll, data entry, records management, employee services, and administering employee benefit programs. This role is accountable for accurate and timely administration of payroll and benefits, HRIS data entry, and maintaining employee records. Who you are: Service – You put your clients’ needs first. You advocate service excellence, and work to deliver client-centric solutions, and proactively develop strategic partnerships that allow Aviso to become a trusted advisor and partner Execution – You are committed to achieving your goals and to succeed. This includes focusing on “getting things done”, as well as recognizing and taking advantage of opportunities as they arise. You are consistently looking for ways to improve your personal best and see value in continuous improvement. You take accountability for your actions and learn from mistakes Collaboration – You work collaboratively with others with the common goal of driving positive results. Making meaningful contributions to your team to achieve organizational goals is a priority. You proactively encourage collaboration, build trust and inclusion, and work to establish effective relationships both inside and outside of the organization What your day looks like: Process full cycle of multi-province, biweekly payrolls for salary and hourly employees in an accurate and timely manner (ADP WFN) Prepare terminations, manual checks and ROE’s as needed Administer multiple employee benefit programs (adding new records, changes, and terminations) Process payments to third parties – garnishments, RRSP and pension plans Ensuring that monthly regulatory filings are completed on a timely basis (WCB, EHT) Responsible for GL account reconciliation and internal reporting Respond to inquiries from internal departments regarding payroll and benefit matters in a prompt, courteous and efficient manner Understand and monitor any changes in payroll legislation for all provinces across Canada, including Quebec Provide backup to the manager, able to perform all duties required of a typical payroll cycle and participate in research, special projects, and ad hoc reports Your experience and skills: Completion of CPA Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) Certification 5-7 years administrative experience in payroll or equivalent combination of education and experience Working knowledge of all required legislation including ESA Intermediate level working knowledge of Word and Excel ADP WFN experience is preferred Experience with benefits administration preferred Basic accounting knowledge Extremely detail oriented, accurate, motivated and deadline driven Ability to work calmly and effectively in a fast-paced environment and exercise substantial discretion with highly sensitive and confidential information Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment Fluent communication skills in English are required and bilingual skills in French are an asset Why Aviso? At Aviso, you will find a dynamic and inclusive culture that rewards innovation and celebrates success. Here are a few things that set us apart: Competitive compensation package that rewards and recognizes individual contributions Excellent health, dental and insurance benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees Generous vacation time, fitness benefit, parental leave top-up options Matching contributions to our retirement program Commitment to the continuous improvement of our staff through learning & development and an education assistance program Regular social events to foster teamwork Your Information By submitting your application, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your provided personal information for the purposes of assessing your qualifications and suitability for employment with Aviso. Your information will be handled in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and relevant provincial legislation. Your data may be shared with authorized personnel involved in the recruitment process and retained only as long as necessary to fulfill these purposes or as required by law. Further information is available on the Privacy link on our Career Page – Privacy Policies Equal Employment Opportunity Aviso welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including persons with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs in all stages of the hiring process. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. No recruiters or agencies, please. Company Overview: Aviso is a leading wealth management and investment services provider for the Canadian financial industry, with approximately $145 billion in total assets under administration and management, and over 1,000 employees. We’re building a comprehensive, technology-enabled, client-centric wealth services ecosystem. Our clients include our partners, advisors, and investors. We’re a trusted partner for nearly all credit unions across Canada, in addition to a wide range of portfolio managers, investment dealers, insurance and trust companies, and introducing brokers. Our partners depend on Aviso for specific solutions that give them a competitive edge in a rapidly evolving, highly competitive industry. Our investment dealer and mutual fund dealer and our insurance services support thousands of investment advisors. Our asset manager, NEI Investments, specializes in investing responsibly. Our online brokerage, Qtrade Direct Investing®, empowers self-directed investors, and our fully automated investing service, Qtrade Guided Portfolios®, serves investors who prefer a hands-off approach. Aviso Correspondent Partners provides custodial and carrying broker services to a wide range of firms. We have offices in Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, and Winnipeg. Aviso is backed by the collective strength of our owners: the credit union Centrals, Co-operators/CUMIS, and Desjardins. We’re proud to power businesses that empower investors. A career with Aviso means being part of a group of talented, energetic professionals who live their values every day, and belonging to an organization dedicated to your success and career development. If you’re looking for interesting and challenging work, at a company committed to its people, apply to join our team. Salary This position is posted with an expected salary range of $70,000 - $80,000 CAD annually. Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate and the requirements of the position.

Responsibilities

The Payroll & Benefits Specialist is responsible for supporting the payroll function by performing multi-company and jurisdictional administrative functions including preparing payroll and administering employee benefit programs. This role ensures accurate and timely administration of payroll and benefits, HRIS data entry, and maintaining employee records.