Senior Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Job summary

The Senior Payroll & Benefits Specialist is responsible for the accurate administration of payroll, benefits, and retirement programs while ensuring legislative compliance. This role also acts as a subject matter expert for HRIS systems and partners with various departments to drive process improvements and operational efficiency.

Job details

Senior Payroll & Benefits Specialist Vancouver, BC | Head Office We're looking for an experienced Senior Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join our Accounting team and play a critical role in supporting our employees and business operations. Reporting to the Manager, Payroll & Benefits, you'll be responsible for the accurate and compliant administration of payroll, benefits, retirement savings programs, and employee records across the organization. This role serves as a trusted subject matter expert, partnering closely across various departments to ensure payroll excellence, legislative compliance, operational efficiency, and exceptional employee experience. ABOUT WESGROUP Wesgroup is one of Western Canada's largest private real estate companies with more than 60 years of experience creating vibrant communities across British Columbia. Our vertically integrated business spans land acquisition, development, construction, sales, leasing, and property management, with a portfolio of over 4.4 million square feet of commercial and multi-family real estate and nearly 10,000 homes built throughout BC. As we continue to grow, we remain guided by our core values of adaptability, accountability, strong relationships, and treating others according to the Golden Rule. WHAT YOU’LL DO Lead Payroll Operations Process accurate and timely semi-monthly payroll for salaried and hourly employees. Manage payroll transactions including hires, terminations, leaves, taxable benefits, deductions, ROEs, and year-end activities. Ensure compliance with payroll legislation, company policies, and internal controls. Administer Benefits & Retirement Programs Manage employee benefits and retirement savings programs, including enrollments, changes, deductions, and terminations. Reconcile benefit premiums and payroll deductions while supporting employees with benefits-related inquiries. Ensure Compliance & Reporting Maintain compliance with payroll legislation and reporting requirements, including CRA remittances, WorkSafeBC, and year-end reporting. Complete reconciliations, support audits, and identify opportunities to strengthen controls and accuracy. Drive Systems & Process Improvements Serve as a subject matter expert for payroll and HRIS systems, including Dayforce. Support system enhancements, testing, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives that drive efficiency and accuracy. Partner & Support the Business Collaborate with various departments to deliver exceptional payroll and benefits services. Provide expert guidance, resolve complex issues, and contribute to organizational projects and process improvements. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR Required Qualifications Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation. Minimum 5 years of progressive payroll and benefits experience within a complex or multi-entity organization. Experience processing full-cycle payroll and administering employee benefit programs. Strong understanding of Canadian payroll legislation, taxable benefits, statutory deductions, employment standards, and year-end reporting requirements. Advanced proficiency with payroll systems, HRIS platforms, and Microsoft Excel. Preferred Qualifications Payroll Leadership Professional (PLP) designation. Experience with Dayforce (Ceridian). Experience supporting payroll system implementations, enhancements, or automation initiatives. Experience within real estate, development, construction, or similarly complex environments. WHO YOU ARE You are a detail-oriented professional who takes pride in accuracy, confidentiality, and accountability. You combine strong analytical skills with exceptional customer service and enjoy partnering with stakeholders to solve problems and improve processes. You thrive in a collaborative environment where your expertise has a direct impact on both operational excellence and employee experience. Key strengths include: Accuracy and attention to detail Accountability and integrity Communication and stakeholder management Analytical thinking and problem-solving Collaboration and relationship building COMPENSATION & REWARDS Annual Base Salary: The expected salary range for this role is $80,000 - $90,000 per annum. Actual salary offered will depend on individual experience, qualifications, geographic location, market conditions for the role, and internal equity. Annual Bonus Program: Wesgroup offers a competitive Annual Bonus Program that is intended to financially reward eligible employees for their contribution to the Company’s financial and overall success. WHY JOIN WESGROUP Join an entrepreneurial and collaborative organization where your work has a meaningful impact on the communities we build. Be part of a Great Place to Work® Certified company recognized for its supportive, inclusive, and engaging culture. Enjoy a competitive compensation package, comprehensive health benefits, a Health Care Spending Account, and generous paid time off. Take advantage of a Lifestyle Spending Account that supports fitness, childcare, and eldercare expenses, plus complimentary ClassPass memberships. Participate in a vibrant workplace culture through employee-led social events, wellness initiatives, sports teams, and community activities. Give back through our employee volunteer program, including five paid volunteer days annually. Work from our modern downtown Vancouver office, conveniently located across from Burrard SkyTrain Station with stunning views of the ocean and North Shore mountains. HOW TO APPLY If you are interested in exploring this exciting opportunity to join one of Western Canada’s largest real estate companies, please visit our website at Wesgroup Careers and apply with your resume and cover letter today. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for follow-up will be contacted.

What you’ll do

The Senior Payroll & Benefits Specialist is responsible for the accurate administration of payroll, benefits, and retirement programs while ensuring legislative compliance. This role also acts as a subject matter expert for HRIS systems and partners with various departments to drive process improvements and operational efficiency.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation and possess at least 5 years of progressive payroll and benefits experience. Proficiency in payroll systems, HRIS platforms, and Canadian payroll legislation is required.

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Health Care Spending Account
• Paid time off
• Lifestyle Spending Account
• ClassPass memberships
• Volunteer program
• Annual bonus program

Listed skills

• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Stakeholder Management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Payroll administration
• Benefits administration
• Retirement savings programs
• Legislative compliance
• CRA remittances
• WorkSafeBC
• HRIS systems
• Dayforce
• Microsoft Excel
• Full-cycle payroll
• Year-end reporting
• Analytical thinking
• Problem-solving
• Stakeholder management
• Confidentiality
• Accountability
• Canadian Payroll
• Operational Efficiency
• Ceridian Dayforce
• Payroll Systems
• Business Operations
• Analytical Thinking
• Real Estate Development
• Time Off Management
• Payroll Compliance Practitioner
• Analytical Skills
• Accounting
• Adaptability
• Elderly Care
• Auditing
• Automation
• Benefits Administration
• Construction
• Internal Controls
• Customer Service
• Communication
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Human Resources Information System (HRIS)
• Property Management
• Sales
• Leadership
• Problem Solving
• Legislation
• Operational Excellence
• Operations
• Real Estate
• Relationship Building
• Remittance
• Stakeholder Management
• Process Improvement

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Human Resources
• Administrative
• Payroll and Benefits Specialist
• Compensation / Benefits Specialist
• Government Social Benefits Officials
• Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists