Payroll & Benefits Specialist managing payroll for Canadian and US employees at Redbrick. Overseeing benefits programs, ensuring compliance, and optimizing payroll systems.
Responsibilities
Process and manage bi-weekly and semi-monthly for employees in the USA and Canada.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, provincial, and local payroll regulations.
Partner with the rest of the People and Culture through the employee life cycle as it relates to payroll processes (e.g. onboarding documentation, tax election, payroll updates, termination processing, final payouts, and ROE processing).
Accurately calculate and record payroll deductions, taxes, and other withholdings.
Process pay requests through ADP WFN comprehensive services
Reconcile, record and request payment for quarterly fringe benefits, including EHT, multi-provincial WCB, state WCB, taxable benefits.
Year End reconciliation and reporting for social taxes and fringe benefits
Review and resolve payroll discrepancies and address employee inquiries promptly.
Maintain payroll records and reports for auditing and compliance purposes.
Administer and manage employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other perks, ensuring compliance with regional regulations.
Act as the main point of contact for benefits enrollment, changes, and terminations.
Coordinate with benefits providers to resolve issues and provide guidance to employees.
Monitor and reconcile benefits invoices for accuracy.
Coordinate with team for annual open enrollment
Year end reporting for US and Canadian benefits
Build and nurture relationships with the company’s ADP comprehensive payroll service team.
Optimize payroll systems, ensuring data integrity and efficient workflows.
Leverage ADP Workforce Now to improve payroll and benefits processes.
Generate and analyze payroll and benefits reports to provide actionable insights.
Stay updated on labor laws, payroll tax regulations, and benefits compliance in the USA and Canada.
Working with ADP comprehensive payroll service team, prepare and submit payroll tax filings, workers compensation processes, compliance reports, and year-end reports (e.g., T4s, W-2s, 1094/5s).
Requirements
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in payroll and benefits administration
2+ years of ADP Workforce Now expertise with proficiency in using multiple HR and payroll systems
Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certification, Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or equivalent
Solid understanding of payroll regulations in Canada (USA is a strong asset)
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with role stakeholders.
Benefits
Competitive compensation and RRSP matching up to 5%
Comprehensive extended health benefits for you and your dependents starting day one
Generous vacation, Wellness Days, and bonus “You Days”
Meaningful paid parental leave that supports every kind of family
Dedicated mental health and Employee Assistance Program support
Monthly wellness reimbursement and annual run sponsorship
Real investment in your growth — internal learning, mentorship, professional development funding, and career mobility across Redbrick
Financial wellness coaching to support your long-term goals
Flexible work and a home office allowance to set you up for success
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