Payroll and Benefits Specialist

HERE WE GROW AGAIN - WE ARE HIRING! Payroll & Benefits Specialist (On-Site – St. Thomas, ON Office) Build your future with Masco Canada! At Masco Canada, we’re passionate about delivering innovative solutions and exceptional customer experiences. We’re looking for a Payroll & Benefits Specialist, to join our Payroll & Total Rewards team. If you thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment and are excited to make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you. WHAT WILL YOU DO? Reporting to the Manager, Payroll & Total Rewards, the Payroll & Benefits Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll and administration of employee benefits programs. This role ensures compliance with applicable payroll legislation, company policies, Collective Bargaining Agreement, and benefit plan requirements while providing exceptional support to employees and stakeholders regarding payroll, pension, and benefits-related inquiries. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Payroll Administration Process bi-weekly unionized hourly and salary payroll accurately and on schedule Calculate and validate regular earnings, overtime, shift premiums, standby pay, call-in pay, retroactive pay, and other collective agreement provisions Process employee status changes, promotions, temporary assignments, leaves of absence, and terminations Ensure payroll deductions, earnings, taxable benefits, and statutory remittances are processed correctly Audit payroll transactions and reports to identify and resolve discrepancies Administer payroll deductions including taxes, benefits, pension contributions, union dues, garnishments, and voluntary deductions Prepare and submit payroll-related government filings and remittances, including income tax, CPP/QPP, EI, garnishments, and other statutory deductions Ensure compliance with employment standards, tax legislation, collective agreements, and organizational policies Maintain accurate payroll records and support documentation for audit purposes Validate overtime eligibility, vacation balances, sick leave, and other absence entitlements. Collaborate with managers to resolve timekeeping issues Support year-end payroll activities, including T4s, pension reporting, and audits Benefits Administration Administer employee benefit programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, wellness, pension and retirement savings plans Coordinate employee enrollments, changes, terminations, and beneficiary updates Liaise with benefit carriers, pension providers, and third-party vendors to resolve issues and ensure accurate plan administration Monitor employee eligibility and maintain accurate benefits records Organize employee benefit awareness/education sessions and support employee communications Assist employees with benefits-related inquiries and claims issues Compliance and Reporting Ensure compliance with federal, provincial, and local payroll and employment legislation …