Payroll, Benefits & Pension Administrator
Position Title: Payroll, Benefits & Pension Administrator
THE RIDLEY DIFFERENCE
Founded in 1889, Ridley College is a co-educational boarding and day school with over 750 students in JK to grade 12 from more than 55 countries worldwide. The Ridley experience integrates a traditional liberal arts education with individual learning enhanced by the principles of positive psychology, the International Baccalaureate continuum program, a learner-driven culture and campus community, exceptional athletics and dynamic arts programs, and a commitment of service to others. This unique combination prepares meaningful and flourishing lives by teaching the habits of mind, body and spirit, and the values needed to lead in a global society.
Ridley College is located on 90 acres in St. Catharine’s, Ontario in the heart of the Niagara Peninsula and is comprised of a stunning blend of century old buildings housing modernized technology.
OUR TEAM
Ridley offers the prospect of being part of a high-performance team in a nourishing workplace community that encourages collaboration, innovation, inclusivity and curious minds, and where grit and perseverance are assets. We strive to create a culture of belonging on campus based on trust, collaboration and cooperation, and to promote and deepen these shared values in all we do, with all members of our extended community.
Joining the team at Ridley means you are committed to life-long learning and development, have integrity, and value being of service in a richly diverse community. We cultivate the full potential in each of our students by having a caring, committed and world-class team. Attracting, developing and retaining people who thrive in Ridley’s positive education culture that recognizes and celebrates individual strengths is critical to our success.
OVERVIEW
Ridley College is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Payroll, Benefits & Pension Administrator to join our Finance team.
Key responsibilities of this role are:
Processes bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll for 300 employees using Payworks, ensuring accuracy and compliance with Ridley’s policies and legislative requirements;
Calculate and monitor various taxable benefits, coordinate market valuations for housing benefits;
Prepare Records of Employment (ROE), retiring allowances and reconcile final pay elements;
Complete year-end processing including PA’s, T4, T4As, and other taxable allowances;
Reconcile payroll-related accounts, respond to employee queries, and stay updated on legislative changes;
Collaborate with HR on payroll, benefits, and pension issues;
Utilize technology to improve productivity;
Administer employee benefits plans, enroll new hires, update rates, and reconcile invoicing;
Manage pension-related matters for three pension plans, including contribution transmissions, updating data, reconciliation, and reporting;
Prepare documents for reporting and financial statements for auditors;
QUALIFICATIONS
Post-secondary certificate in Payroll Administration, Accounting, Business or a related field.
National Payroll Institute certification (PCP) is preferred.
Minimum 5 years of comprehensive payroll, benefit and pension administration experience.
Proficiency in the Income Tax Act, Employment Insurance Act, Pension Act, and benefits regulations.
Above-average proficiency in Payroll software, Microsoft Excel, and Word.
Proficient decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated integrity and meticulous attention to detail.
Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
Proactive in seeking opportunities for process improvement and automation.
Demonstrated ability to work independently while maintaining high confidentiality.
OUR OFFER
Ridley College offers a positive and inclusive workplace community with a competitive compensation package; innovative, challenging and rewarding opportunities; a learning environment that promotes professional development and personal growth; active community involvement; and a beautiful campus setting in the heart of Niagara that engages and inspires our employees to flourish.
Qualified applicants are encouraged to upload their application in the fields on the right side of this page.
Position will be posted until filled.
As a condition of employment, a satisfactory Vulnerable Persons Screening Report must be provided. While all applicants are thanked for their interest, only those chosen for interviews will be contacted.
Ridley College is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible and equitable environment where everyone feels respected, valued and supported. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used in order to ensure your equal participation.
“We inspire flourishing lives to transform our globe.”