Payroll/HR Specialist

at  RLB LLP

PAYROLL/HR SPECIALIST

Our client JTS Mechanical Systems Inc. is looking for a Payroll/HR Specialist to join them at their Guelph office. JTS Mechanical does maintenance, repairs, troubleshooting and installation of all commercial and industrial Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning, Plumbing, PLC & Refrigeration systems. They are dedicated to bringing their clients the highest quality service and the friendliest technicians in the business.
This role, reporting to the HR Manager, requires the successful new candidate to process bi-weekly payroll and complete all facets of payroll duties. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills and a great attitude to our current team dynamic. With experience using payroll systems such as QuickBooks or NetSuite.

REQUIREMENTS

• 2-3 years minimum processing payroll.
• A post-secondary degree or diploma in Business Administration, Human Resources, a related field or relevant working experience.
• Experience in using accounting software such as QuickBooks or NetSuite an asset
• Strong understanding of Canadian payroll legislation.
• Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certification is preferred.
• Interested in growing in HR – working towards or having CHRP considered an asset.
• Strong experience with Microsoft (Excel, Word and Outlook).
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of Mechanical Systems industry an asset.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Must be able to work in-office 8:00am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday
  Note: No Public Transit available, must have reliable transportation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process bi-weekly payroll for salary and hourly employees (up to 100 employees), ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with applicable federal and provincial regulations
• Complete all year end reconciliations related to payroll
• Process payroll adjustments, including vacation pay, sick leave, overtime and bonuses
• Address and resolve payroll discrepancies efficiently
• Prepare and submit statutory remittances, including income tax, EI, CPP, and other requirements.
• Complete ROE’s and T4’s
• Reconcile payroll accounts monthly
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll matters
• Administer employee benefits programs, including health and dental, life insurance, and retirement savings
• Support employees with benefits enrollment, claims and inquiries
• Maintain accurate payroll and benefits records to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory standards
• HR Support by collaboration with onboarding, offboarding, payroll setup, and benefits enrollment.
• Provide administrative support as needed to enhance team operations.
• Support the HR manager with activities including but not limited to recruitment, health and safety, and front-line HR matters.