Payroll & Benefits Specialist - Guelph, ON / Hybrid
Job Type: Full Time / Permanent
Location: Guelph, ON / Hybrid
Would you like to be a part of a revolution in agriculture in Canada? If so, we would love to hear from you!
At GoodLeaf Farms we are a proud Canadian company at the forefront of innovation, striving to grow food security for communities from coast to coast. We are breaking ground in an industry that is quickly proving itself to be sustainable, not only environmentally but economically and socially as well. We are focused on producing ultra-fresh greens, 365 days a year using no harsh chemicals, a carbon footprint that is just half that of a traditional farm and using less than 10% of the water traditionally used, to create a world where plants thrive!
Why work at GoodLeaf Farms?
It is our commitment to provide you with the work environment and tools necessary to be successful in your role. We hope that you will find your work here rewarding, challenging, and meaningful.
You will have the opportunity to take your career to the next level. GoodLeaf is growing and we want you to grow along with us!
We have an entrepreneurial and inclusive spirit with the heart of a startup.
We foster an environment of cooperation and communication.
We have competitive compensation and benefits
Every day at GoodLeaf Farms we get to help solve the challenge of food security for communities across Canada and do it in innovative ways that inspire healthy lifestyles. We think that's exciting and the best reason of all to join us!
What we are looking for
Reporting to the People Manager (Shared Services) or their designate, this role will be part of the greater People & Development (Human Resources) team and will be responsible for compensation, administering accurate pay and benefits (health and non-health), on time to all employees, in compliance with regulatory and legislative requirements; and will support the People & Development team with various projects as required.
What you will be doing
Payroll
Process accurate and timely biweekly payroll for all employees; and off-cycle pay where required
Maintains accuracy of payroll records of all employees including salaries and wages, car allowances, bonuses, stipends, vacation, wellness days, etc.
Ensures accuracy of payroll system calculations of year-to-date accumulators by implementing internal controls and improvements to processes
Issues accurate and timely Record of Employment forms and responds to Service Canada inquiries
Assists in reviewing and reporting payroll expenses and government remittances such as workers compensation premiums and employer health taxes
Assists in year-end reporting such as tax verification letters, T4s and T2200 issuance, and government remittance reconciliations
Ensures tax and withholdings are being remitted properly and in line with jurisdictional regulations
Stays abreast of compensation trends, conducts analysis, and provides guidance on compensation data where needed
Benefits
Ensures accuracy of all employees' premium deductions by maintaining employee profiles and consistent review of benefits invoices and reporting
Maintains accuracy of all employee benefits profiles in benefits portal including changes in coverage and policy members
Reviews and reconciles multiple benefit policies and employee benefit premiums against payroll reporting
Assists in annual benefit policy changes or renewals including review of rates and coverages
Overall Compensation
Partners with Finance in ensuring internal payroll and benefits reporting is accurate and timely
Partners with People and Finance in maintaining and implementing internal controls in the various payroll and benefits system(s)
Assists in year-end audit activities including document and data requests
Partners with the People & Development team in responding to employee compensation inquiries
Supports People & Development team with projects as required
All other duties as assigned
Must have's
Must have a minimum of 4 years' prior experience in payroll administration for Canada, with ADP experience preferred
Previous experience in multiple provincial workplace injury boards is an asset
Strong knowledge in multiple provincial employment tax regulations and legislations
Payroll Compliance Professional or working towards
Intermediate to expert level computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Office suite (ie. Excel)
High attention to detail and accuracy
Can manage time effectively and is reliable
Demonstrated experience working collaboratively in a team setting but works well without supervision
Strong communication and effective in partnering with other departments, with fluency in French preferred
Sense of urgency and bias toward action
High initiative and adaptability
GoodLeaf Farms is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at GoodLeaf Farms are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, colour, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.