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Position Description
Join the dynamic Human Resources Team at Kenora Chiefs Advisory as a Payroll & Benefits Specialist! Reporting to the Director of Human Resources and serving eight First Nations in the Treaty 3 area, this role offers an exciting opportunity to play a vital part in supporting our employees. You will oversee payroll, pension, and benefits administration, ensuring seamless and efficient processes that enhance the overall employee experience. Your expertise will contribute to a strong and engaged workforce, making a meaningful impact within our organization and the communities we serve.
Position Title: Payroll & Benefits Specialist
Department: Administration – Human Resources
Salary: Depend upon Qualification and Experience
Term: Full-time Permanent
Location: 240 Veterans Dr, Kenora, ON P9N 3×4
Reports to: Director of Human Resources
Responsibilities
- Process in-house bi-weekly payroll for all employees.
- Remit statutory deductions and perform reconciliations of same.
- Work with directors, managers and Human Resources staff to ensure payroll is accurate and employees are paid as per ESA and employment contracts.
- Administer and monitor benefits plan, while calculating and remitting employee/employer payments.
- Administer and monitor pension plans, while calculating and remitting employee/employer contributions.
- Reconcile annual payroll, prepare and file T4’s and T4A’s.
- Ensure payroll controls are adhered to for consistency and compliance.
- Respond to staff inquiries regarding payroll, benefits, and pension matters.
- Complete account reconciliations at end of each pay period.
- Monitor staff vacation and other leave banks to ensure policy compliance.
- Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance and pension plans.
- Oversee Short-Term Disability (STD) claims and return-to-work processes.
- Collaborate with payroll and HR teams to ensure accurate and timely benefits processing.
- Provide guidance and support to employees on compensation and benefits-related inquiries.
- Maintain strict confidentiality.
- Provide support across Human Resource team, when required.
- Other duties, as required
Qualifications
- Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation from Canadian Payroll Association, preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field, considered an asset.
- Experience using Payworks and Sage software an asset
- Ability to work independently and in a team setting
- Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent computer skills, organizational skills and networking skills
- Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills
- Experience working in First Nation communities is an asset.
Additional Requirements
- Valid driver’s license and vehicle
- Willing to travel (when required) to all Treaty #3 First Nation communities
- Current satisfactory criminal reference check with vulnerable sector search
If you’re detail-oriented, thrive in a fast-paced setting, and want to contribute to a team that truly makes a difference, we encourage you to apply!
Please forward your resume cover letter and three references by Monday, March 24 ,2025, 4:30pm to:
Human Resource Department
Kenora Chiefs Advisory
P.O. Box 349- 240 Veterans Drive, 3rd Floor
Kenora ON P9N 3X4
Fax: 807-467-2656
Email: resume@kenorachiefs.org
*We thank all that apply, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted
** Traditional practices involve burning sacred medicines including tobacco, sweetgrass, sage and cedar within the work setting