Payroll & Benefits Specialist

BMW Toronto and MINI Toronto are a leading and dynamic automotive dealership group located in the heart of downtown Toronto. With a commitment to providing exceptional customer service and a diverse range of top-quality vehicles, we are seeking a talented Payroll and Benefits Specialist to join our team and contribute to our continued success. Position Overview As the Payroll and Benefits Specialist, you will play a key role in executing the payroll operations and benefits administration for our two dealerships, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. This role is ideal for an experienced payroll professional with a deep understanding of Canadian payroll regulations and benefits administration with a track record of success in the automotive industry. This position does not have any direct reports and is expected to be onsite during the first few months of on-boarding and then moving to a hybrid setup. Key Responsibilities 1. Payroll Processing Process payroll for all 150+ employees in compliance with all appropriate national, provincial and local withholding regulations within UKG payroll software Manage accurate and timely processing of multiple payroll cycles including bi-weekly, semi monthly, and monthly schedules for both dealerships Ensure deductions, benefits, and other payroll-related elements are processed accurately. Upload payroll data into accounting software 2. Benefits Administration and HR Manage benefit enrollments and terminations with our benefits providers Assist with employee HR documentation such as employment agreement drafting, letters of employment, and termination letters General filing and document retention 3. Compliance and Reporting Stay abreast of Canadian payroll legislation and ensure compliance with federal and provincial regulations. Prepare and submit required statutory reports, including T4s, ROEs, and other relevant documentation. Provide periodic analysis of payroll and disbursement records to ensure that adjustments are in accord with management’s criteria Collaborate with finance and management to reconcile payroll-related accounts and resolve accounting discrepancies. 4. Team Collaboration Collaborate with sales, finance, and other departments to ensure seamless communication and integration of payroll-related information. Provide guidance to other staff members on payroll-related matters and foster a positive and collaborative work environment. Provides on-going assistance to employees in tax-related payroll matters Employee training scheduling for OEM requirements 5. System Management Utilize UKG payroll software to optimize efficiency and accuracy in payroll processing and reporting. Implement best practices in system utilization and stay informed about system updates and improvements. Utilize dealership management software (DMS) to enter payroll data for accounting purposes Qualifications: Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) designation is a must Minimum 5 years of experience in payroll management, preferably in the automotive industry. In-depth knowledge of federal and provincial payroll legislation, tax regulations, and labor standards. Proficiency in using payroll software and strong analytical skills UKG payroll software experience preferred Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Experience with using accounting/bookkeeping software What we offer Competitive compensation and benefits plan RRSP matching program Exclusive BMW & MINI employee lease program Family owned business environment Please note that every application is reviewed by a human recruiter, and all hiring decisions are made by people.