Our Payroll and Benefits Coordinator is detail-oriented, organized, and brings strong critical thinking skills to support the effective administration of benefits and pension programs, with a focus on accuracy and compliance while also delivering a positive employee experience. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are committed to supporting your team and organizational goals, this may be the opportunity you've been searching for!
We’re looking for a Payroll and Benefits Coordinator to join our team in Vernon, British Columbia. We are dedicated to supporting our operations and delivering exceptional payroll and benefits services for all employees.
Our ideal candidate has the following qualifications:
- Minimum five years of related experience (or equivalent education/experience) in payroll and benefits administration.
- Demonstrated experience with UKG Pro and Workforce Management an asset.
- In depth knowledge of benefits administration, pension plans, labour legislation, WCB, and CRA requirements.
- Strong analytical and accounting skills, including payroll and benefits-related journal entries and reconciliations.
- Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet critical deadlines.
- Effective communication and service-oriented mindset, fostering positive relationships across all levels.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with Word and Outlook.
- CEBS certification or PCP designation with the Canadian Payroll Association is an asset.
We value diversity at Tolko and know that experience and knowledge come in many forms. Even if you don't have all the qualifications above, please apply. We would love to hear your story and have you grow with us.
In this role, you will:
- Coordinate Tolko’s benefits and pension programs by ensuring accurate and timely enrolment into programs,
- Provide benefits and pension information to new and existing employees, from time of hire through to retirement/departure.
- Coordinate the annual benefits open enrolment for eligible salaried and hourly employees.
- Act as a resource to divisions for group benefits and pension plans.
- Support employees through various leaves including maternity/parental, disability, etc.
- Handle confidential matters by answering employee inquiries and preparing confidential correspondence.
- Review and process various payroll related benefits and retirement plan reports including benefit deductions and retirement plan contributions.
- Deliver HR and payroll analytics and reporting.
- Review and process numerous benefits vendor invoices.
- Complete month end procedures including journal entries and processing entries in JDE.
- Complete quarterly account reconciliations for numerous G/L accounts related to payroll and benefits.
- Conduct regular audits to uphold data accuracy and compliance with internal standards and external regulations.
- Back up support to process full cycle bi-weekly payroll for hourly employees.
So, what’s in it for you?
- You’ll take on an exciting new challenge with supportive team members.
- You’ll earn a competitive salary based on your skills and experience. The expected base salary range for this position is between $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year.
- You may also be eligible for relocation support including community connections so you can live (and play) where you work.
- You will be eligible to participate in Tolko’s bonus program.
- Competitive benefits and retirement plans come standard, so you don’t have to choose between your bottom line and wellbeing or your future.
- Continued development through on the job and classroom training and reimbursement of tuition and membership fees.
- A positive, innovative, and inclusive work environment.
About the North Okanagan Valley
The North Okanagan Valley includes the communities of Vernon, Armstrong, Lavington, Lumby and Lake Country, British Columbia. Surrounded by lakes and vineyards, these communities provide family-friendly living with lots of amenities, and beautiful weather. Visit local wineries or dinner on a patio at sunset, go boating, hiking, biking, skiing, catch a round of golf, or visit a local market to pick up fresh fruit and produce… whatever your pleasure, you’ll find it here. Watch this video (https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3D7b34khAj2bY&data=05%7C02%7CBrandi.Rusk%40tolko.com%7Cd3e4b6ba64604a69a26d08debb87c034%7C0fccdccce0dc455daced0eb3d321213e%7C0%7C0%7C639154388882658267%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=PcYcoVEizn%2FSOQVKIAZWyJDUQG61NT%2BX3hzTehuNh8A%3D&reserved=0) to learn about the region and find out why life is better here.
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