Payroll & Benefits Administrator – Vancouver

A well-established Vancouver law firm is seeking an experienced Payroll & Benefits Administrator to join its team. Working closely with the Human Resources and Accounting departments, this position is responsible for payroll processing, benefits administration, account reconciliation, and employee payroll support.

This opportunity is well suited to a detail-oriented payroll professional who can accurately manage confidential information, balance competing deadlines, and collaborate effectively across departments.

Key Responsibilities

Process semi-monthly and monthly payroll.
Maintain payroll deductions relating to employee benefit programs.
Reconcile benefit invoices and ensure premiums are paid on time.
Reconcile payroll and benefit accounts to the general ledger.
Complete payroll reporting and reconcile payments to WCB and WSIB.
Maintain Excel spreadsheets relating to hourly employees, vacation pay, benefit premiums, WCB, and other payroll information.
Administer the firm’s employee benefits and group RRSP program.
Process Records of Employment and annual T4s.
File annual Employer Health Tax returns in British Columbia and Ontario and remit quarterly payments.
Respond to employee payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies.
Coordinate with Human Resources regarding employee changes.
Perform additional payroll, benefits, and administrative duties as required.

Qualifications

At least five years of payroll-processing experience.
ADP experience is strongly considered an asset.
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Knowledge of payroll-related legislative requirements, including applicable employment standards legislation.
Experience completing benefit and general-ledger reconciliations.
Strong numerical skills and the ability to perform calculations quickly and accurately.
Excellent attention to detail and time-management skills.
Clear and concise verbal and written communication.
Demonstrated ability to analyze, reconcile, and balance data.
Sound judgment when handling confidential payroll and employee information.

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated salary range for this position is $65,000 to $80,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

The firm also offers:

Health and dental coverage.
Employee Assistance Program following successful completion of the probationary period.
Matching RRSP program after one year of employment.
Three weeks of vacation to start.
Personal days, sick time, and a volunteer day.
Fitness reimbursement for eligible memberships and gym equipment.
Education reimbursement supporting continued growth and professional development.
Firm social events, including an annual year-end celebration, happy hours, and staff-appreciation activities.

The employer is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where individual strengths, perspectives, and experiences are respected and valued.

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