Payroll and Benefits Supervisor

Who We Are

Emterra Group is a dynamic, growth-oriented, and safety-focused group of companies. Our organization has been deemed an “essential service” by providing collection and processing for recycling, organics, and waste that keep our communities clean and safe. With customer service and safety as our focus, we are looking for an energetic and driven employee to support our growing company and play a crucial role in waste diversion and the circular economy. Emterra is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers, a certified diverse supplier of the Canadian Aboriginal and Minority Supplier Council (CAMSC) and the Canadian Women Business Enterprise National Council (WBE).

Job Summary:

The Payroll and Benefits Supervisor is responsible for managing, supervising, and executing all aspects of payroll processing and employee benefits programs across Canadian operations, with a strong focus on compliance, accuracy, and customer service. This role will play a key part in developing and enhancing payroll and benefits processes while ensuring alignment with federal and provincial legislation.

Position Description:

Payroll Administration

• Administer full-cycle, biweekly or weekly payroll for salaried, hourly, and unionized employees across Canadian operations.
• Experience with multiple payrolls and multiple unions is required.
• Ensure payroll processing complies with federal and provincial employment standards and CRA tax regulations.
• Maintain payroll records and employee data accurately in the HRIS/payroll system (Payworks).
• Calculate and process vacation pay, statutory holiday pay, bonuses, commissions, and terminations in accordance with applicable employment standards.
• Reconcile payroll and related accounts (CPP, EI) with CRA and payroll processing system (Payworks) and execute month-end and year-end reporting (e.g., T4s, ROEs, WSIB reporting).

Benefits Administration

• Administer group benefits plans, including health, dental, life insurance, and long-term disability.
• Act as the primary liaison with benefit providers, insurance brokers, and HR teams.
• Lead annual open enrollment and communicate plan changes to employees.
• Ensure compliance with applicable benefits-related legislation.
• Handle new hire enrolments, life event changes, and terminations within required timeframes.

Compliance and Reporting

• Maintain compliance with CRA, employment standards, WSIB, EHT, OHSA, and other relevant laws.
• Prepare and submit government remittances and reports (e.g., EHT, T4, T2200, PD7A).
• Prepare and maintain reconciliations for payroll remittance accounts with government authorities.
• Prepare and maintain union dues schedules and remittance details to support accounting teams.
• Support internal and external audits, including payroll and benefits audits.

 Employee Support & Continuous Improvement:

• Supervise and provide guidance to payroll and benefits staff, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
• Serve as a key point of contact for employee inquiries related to payroll and benefits.
• Develop and deliver employee training or communications on payroll and benefits topics.
• Identify opportunities for process and productivity improvements within payroll processing and benefits management.
• Stay up to date with legislative changes affecting payroll and benefits across Canada.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certification required.
• Payroll Leadership Professional (PLP) designation is an asset.
• In-depth knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation and employment standards.
• Post-secondary education in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Canadian payroll and benefits administration, including multi-line payroll. Experience with Payworks is a definite plus.
• 2-5 years experience as a lead or senior payroll specialist with at least one direct report.
• Advanced proficiency in payroll systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Ability to manage confidential information with integrity and discretion.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Innovative and creative, team collaboration mindset with the desire to seek change wherever needed supporting the organizational needs that comes with the growth of the business.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.

Working Conditions:

• This is a full-time onsite position, Monday to Friday.
• May require occasional extended hours during year-end, audits, or benefits enrollment periods.

Reasons to Apply, Stay and Grow with Emterra Group

•  Opportunity to be part of one of Canada’s Greenest Employers!
• Competitive wages!
• Comprehensive health benefits (health, dental, and more depending on what you choose)!
• Employee Assistance Program, paid for by the company!
• Tuition reimbursement program and professional development support!
• Be part of an entrepreneurial organization that wants to continue to learn and grow!
• Ability to have an impact and make a change!

Are you ready to jumpstart your career by joining one of Canada’s Greenest Employers and become part of the environmental solution? If so, apply now!  We appreciate all applicants who apply however only those who are qualified, will be contacted.

 Emterra Group is committed to maintaining an equitable, fair, and diverse environment.  Any applicants who have a disability or require reasonable accommodation may speak directly with our dedicated Talent Acquisition and Recruitment Specialists.  Reasonable accommodations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Please note that AI may be used to support the application review process; however, all applications are reviewed by our Human Resources Team.

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