Payroll & Benefits Specialist

About Scotia Investments

Scotia Investments Limited, based in Bedford, NS, operates as a parent company overseeing a diverse family of companies within manufacturing, energy, and environmental sectors across Canada. With close to a century of history, we emphasize innovation and sustainability while fostering a collaborative, vibrant in-person workplace culture.

Role Overview

As a Payroll & Benefits Specialist reporting to the Payroll & Benefits Lead, you will manage and execute accurate payroll processing for multiple companies across provinces, ensuring full compliance with legislation and data security standards. This role demands a detail-oriented, service-focused mindset and flexibility to work both independently and as part of a team within our Shared Services environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute precise, compliant payroll for all companies within the Scotia Investments Family, adhering to applicable laws and data protection protocols.
• Manage employee program administration involving enrollments, updates, and terminations across payroll, pension, and benefits platforms.
• Address queries related to payroll, pension, and benefits, supporting team leaders in optimal usage of systems and procedures.
• Perform reconciliations, billing, remittances, and audits to verify payroll and benefits program integrity and compliance.
• Collaborate with external vendors to facilitate smooth administration of payroll and benefit plans.
• Partner with the People & Culture team in managing disability cases and attendance initiatives.
• Assist with reporting and analytics related to People & Culture metrics and funding submissions.

Qualifications & Skills

• Possession of the Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation is mandatory.
• Diploma or degree in business administration, commerce, accounting, human resources, or related areas; equivalent education and experience accepted.
• Additional certification such as CPHR or CEBS is advantageous.
• Experience using Payworks or comparable payroll/HRIS software.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, especially proficiency in Excel.
• Comfort working with the specifics of collective agreements.
• Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a service-oriented approach.
• Capability to prioritize assignments efficiently and meet deadlines in a dynamic work environment.

Equal Opportunity

We are committed to diversity and inclusion. Accommodations for candidates during recruitment are available upon request.