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USA Benefits & Payroll Administrator

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Location
Toronto, Canada
Posted
19 days ago
Department
People
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 3–5+ years of hands-on experience in US payroll processing and benefits administration
  • Strong working knowledge of federal and state payroll tax regulations and benefits compliance
  • Experience with HRIS and payroll platforms such as ADP, Paylocity, Gusto, Rippling, or similar
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets
  • A track record of handling sensitive compensation and personal data with discretion and integrity
  • Strong communication skills
Nice to have
  • FPC, CPP, or CEBS certification
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field
What the job really is

The USA Benefits & Payroll Administrator will manage full-cycle payroll and benefits administration for multiple US-based entities, ensuring accurate payroll processing, compliance with regulations, and effective communication with employees regarding their benefits. The role also involves leave of absence management, compliance reporting, and process improvement initiatives, all while maintaining a high standard of accuracy and confidentiality.

Benefits
  • Performance-based bonuses
  • Full range of benefits
Things to weigh
  • Role involves managing payroll and benefits for multiple entities, which may increase complexity
  • No specific mention of remote work options
  • Salary band provided is for Canada, which may differ from US compensation expectations
Job score2.8/5
Benefits1/5
Freshness4/5
Career value4/5
Role clarity5/5
Pay transparency0/5

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