We have a lot to be proud of at Ventana Construction. As a full-service construction partner, our goal is to deliver the best building and the best service possible for our clients. Our tag line, “Relationships to build on” is a philosophy that we truly believe in, and we encourage our team to practice every day. Building and maintaining strong relationships is vital to our success. Recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers, we are dedicated to upholding our company values as we continue to be a leader in this industry.

By bringing together smart, dedicated, and supportive colleagues from diverse backgrounds, we deliver top-notch client service in a collaborative work environment. The high performing, values driven atmosphere provides the opportunity for you to make a real impact and build a rewarding career at Ventana. Being a part of Ventana means working on a variety of interesting projects including breweries and recreation complexes, working with a supportive team, and being proud to say, “we built that”.

Position Summary

As a Senior Payroll Specialist, you will be knowledgeable in processing and managing the company’s payroll and benefits administration. Report directly to the Manager of Accounting Services, the Senior Payroll Specialist will be the one to calculate wages based on hours worked and administer payments using ADP payroll software with accuracy and efficiency. The Senior Payroll Specialist is excellent with numbers and can be trusted with sensitive information. You will have strong communication skills to interact with varies stakeholders within the firm.

As a Senior Payroll Specialist your key accountabilities will involve:

• Accurate processing of bi-weekly payroll for Ventana’s 180+ employees (hourly and salary).
• Accurate processing of bi-weekly payroll for a subsidiary company of 50 employees (hourly and salary).
• Accurate processing of bonuses, LOAs, employee referral payments, retroactive payments, etc.
• Verify and validate employee timesheets for completeness and accuracy.
• Assist with time and attendance monitoring (vacation tracking, sick leave, apprenticeships).
• Update and maintain accurate employee information (new hires, terminations, status changes, address updates, etc.)
• Report to government bodies and regulatory authorities (CRA, WCB remittances, EHT Remittance).
• Assist with the administration of group RRSP and Extended Benefits plans.
• Maintain accurate and detailed payroll and benefits records.
• Prepare Record of Employment (ROE) within legislated timelines when required.
• Review and process expense reimbursements.
• Assist with annual year end process (reconciliations, updating taxable benefits, and preparing T4s).
• Provide a high-level of customer service to employees regarding their pay and vacation inquiries.
• HR-related responsibilities (prepare new employee files, scan confidential documents, assemble new employee handbooks, prepare welcome packages, and other programs as needed).
• Ad Hoc as required.

As a Senior Payroll Specialist your success is dependent on:

• The ability to work in a dynamic and fast paced, deadline driven environment.
• You have excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal).
• The ability to build solid long-lasting relationships.
• The ability to anticipate problems and solve proactively.
• Close attention to detail, are observant.
• Willing to learn new skills and software.
• You have a high degree of professionalism and maturity.
• You have strong time management skills, particularly the ability to prioritize a multitude of tasks.
• Able to problem solve with a strong technical mindset.
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to respond to problems in a friendly and solution-oriented manner.

As a Senior Payroll Specialist your experience and qualifications will include:

• Minimum 3 years of Canadian payroll experience
• Thorough understanding of BC employment standards, WCB, and Canada Revenue Agency taxation guidelines as they relate to payroll and benefits.
• Completion of or working towards Canadian Payroll Associations Payroll Compliance Practitioner certificate or Certified Payroll Manager certificate
• Experienced user of ADP Workforce Now or a similar program (i.e. Ceridian)
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills
• Detail oriented, committed to continuous improvement, and thrives in a dynamic environment.
• Understanding of basic accounting

What we have to offer:

• Competitive salary, plus potential bonus & profit sharing.
• Matching RRSP.
• Extended benefits, Employee Assistance Program, life insurance, AD&D, LTD, CI.
• 3 weeks of paid vacation.
• Professional development support.
• Subsidised Lunch provided twice per week.
• We get together often for company-wide social events.
• COR certified.

Application closing date is March 13, 2023.

Please include bother cover letter and resume in your application. Thank you for your interest in this position. We are an inclusive equal opportunity employer. For more information about this and other roles: www.ventanaconstruction.com/careers

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