Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Buckland is looking for a Payroll & Benefits Specialist What you’ll be doing This position is responsible for coordinating and managing the employee payroll and benefits programs in Canada. In addition, this position will assess personnel needs and draft targeted programs that will increase performance, organizational trust, and satisfaction. The goal is to attract, retain and motivate high quality employees while reducing turnover.   What we can offer you Competitive salary, benefits package, and matching retirement plan. Compensation range: $65,000–75,000 annually (subject to experience)] A friendly, collaborative work environment. Opportunities for professional development & ongoing learning. A chance to be part of a growing organization. Remote work arrangement available for applicants who are not local to a Buckland office.   You will be responsible for Bi-weekly payroll administration for Canadian Companies including government remittance and administer employee insurance programs including life, disability, and health insurance plans. Benefit administration including employee enrollments, employee inquiries, analysis of monthly billing statements and assist with annual analysis of benefit programs. Assist with Health & Safety, Short Term Disability plans, WSIB programs and related projects. Advise and informs employees of changes and developments related to benefits including eligibility, coverage, and provisions by conducting employee surveys, census, and demographic efforts required to collect accurate quotes from benefit providers. Facilitate accurate and timely delivery of employer contributions and employee payroll deductions to carriers, plan administrators, or other appropriate service providers. Complete records, reporting, and other documentation of administrators’ and insurance carriers’ required by Federal, Provincial, and provider rules, regulations, and policies by ensuring the organization’s compliance with plan. Good written and verbal communication skills. Apply your skills with Microsoft utilizing programs such as Excel, Word, Teams, and Outlook. Demonstrate your meticulous attention to detail by ensuring accuracy and decision making. Driven by results working in a fast paced environment.  Maintain a well-organized calendar to balance meetings, tasks, and future initiatives. Provide exceptional customer support by addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly and effectively