Payroll & Benefits Administrator

Payroll & Benefits Administrator
Bedford, Nova Scotia
Reference #JL-MIC-8898

Micco Companies is a family-owned group of diverse local businesses headquartered in Halifax, Nova Scotia. With a portfolio spanning retail hospitality, restaurants, beverage alcohol, cannabis, warehousing, logistics, IT, fitness, real estate, and automotive services, Micco Companies is deeply rooted in Atlantic Canada's business community. Guided by its three pillars - investing in its people, its businesses, and its communities - Micco is an entrepreneurial organization committed to growth and innovation, while maintaining a hands-on, pragmatic, and community-focused culture.

On behalf of our client, we are currently recruiting a Payroll & Benefits Administrator to join their team of dedicated professionals in Bedford, Nova Scotia. Reporting to the Director, Human Resources, the Payroll & Benefits Administrator's primary focus will be payroll and benefits, while also having the opportunity to contribute to various other human resources initiatives. This is a great role for someone who enjoys variety and being part of a small, collaborative team. If you love numbers, thrive on organization, and enjoy helping others navigate systems and benefits, this role might be perfect for you.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Payroll Administration

• Process bi-weekly payroll for multiple companies with a variety of pay structures (hourly, salaried, on-call, commission, tips/gratuities).
• Ensure vacation pay, statutory holiday pay, and other earnings are calculated correctly.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and employee data in the payroll system.
• Coordinate with external processors for remittances and year-end reporting (T4s, ROEs, etc.).
• Respond to payroll-related inquiries from employees and managers.
• Train new hires on how to use the payroll system (e.g., time entry, pay statements, and profile updates).

Benefits Administration

• Administer group benefits plans including health, dental, life insurance, and disability coverage.
• Manage employee enrollments, changes, and terminations in benefit programs.
• Liaise with providers and brokers to resolve issues and ensure smooth service.
• Support modifications in benefit program offerings and help communicate updates to staff.

Insurance & Compliance

• Manage Workers' Compensation Board (WCB) claims and reporting across all jurisdictions.
• Ensure compliance with payroll and benefit-related employment legislation and internal policies.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of employee information.

Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare regular and ad hoc reports related to payroll, benefits, and insurance.
• Support audits and internal reviews.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation.

HR Team Support

• Support other HR-related projects and initiatives as needed.

Qualifications:

As the ideal candidate, you are a detail-driven, people-focused professional possessing a minimum of three years of related experience in payroll and benefits administration, ideally in a multi-entity environment. A solid understanding of Canadian payroll legislation and employment standards will be key to success in the role, along with familiarity using payroll systems and related software. With exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, you have a knack for handling sensitive information with care. Sharp attention to detail and strong organizational skills, along with a collaborative mindset and willingness to engage with broader teams, is essential. Experience training or onboarding employees on HR/payroll systems will be considered an asset. A degree or diploma in Human Resources, Accounting, or a related field will be preferred. The Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation is required.

Micco is committed to having a workforce that reflects the communities in which they live and work. They are an equal opportunity employer and adhere to fair employment practices and are committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation.

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If you have any questions, please contact Brittany Neaves, Consultant, at [email protected] or Jeff Lanthier, Partner, at [email protected]. If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please let us know.

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