Payroll and Benefits Coordinator​/Coordonnatrice ou coordonnateur de la paie et des avantages

Payroll and Benefits Coordinator (Six-month term contract with possibility of extension)

We are seeking an accomplished, results-oriented bilingual payroll and benefits coordinator who will work closely with the payroll team to deliver payroll services and provide benefits administration support to Universities Canada employees and to 30 outside‑organization payroll clients.

We’re looking for a team player who is comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment while juggling multiple competing priorities, and who has superior customer‑service skills and a can‑do attitude.

• Undergraduate degree in a related field and three years of prior relevant experience.
• Knowledge of payroll process and employment regulations.
• Understanding of benefit administration processes.
• Knowledge of a payroll management system such as Dayforce – an asset.
• Bilingualism – a strong asset.
• Prior experience working in a not‑for‑profit organization – an asset.
• Payroll compliance practitioner certification (PCP) – an asset.

• Self‑starter, takes initiative and a ‘can do’ attitude.
• High degree of tact and strong interpersonal, customer‑relations skills.
• Comfort with numbers.
• Prior experience with month‑end reconciliation – an asset.
• Ability to exercise discretion and professionalism in handling sensitive situations and maintaining confidentiality.
• Strong administrative, organizational and analytical skills.

The position is based in Ottawa. Universities Canada has adopted a hybrid work model in which employees are expected to work in the office a minimum of two days a week.

The hiring range for this position is from $59,153 to $70,000; the maximum is $81,336. Placement on the salary range will be based on years of experience, skills and qualifications relevant to the position. Candidates who do not meet all of the position requirements may be considered in an under‑fill capacity, at a lower level.

Universities Canada promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples and persons of all races, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions. Assistance is provided during all parts of the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities.

If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require accommodation.

Interested candidates should submit their curriculum vitae and cover letter to the human resources service via email at  The posting will remain open until the role is filled.

Nous recherchons une coordonnatrice ou un coordonnateur de la paie et des avantages sociaux bilingue qui rejoindra l’équipe de la paie pour offrir des services de paie et du soutien administratif relatif aux avantages sociaux aux employés d’Universités Canada ainsi qu’à la trentaine d’organisations auxquelles l’association offre ses services de paie.

L’équipe recherche une personne dotée d’un bel esprit d’équipe et d’un sens aigu du service à la clientèle capable de travailler dans un environnement dynamique aux priorités multiples et de mettre la main à la pâte lorsque son aide est requise.

• Un diplôme de premier cycle dans un domaine connexe et trois ans d’expérience pertinente.
• Une connaissance des processus de paie et des règlementations relatives à l’emploi.
• Une compréhension du processus de la gestion des avantages sociaux.
• Une connaissance d’un système de gestion de paie tel que Dayforce – un atout.
• Le bilinguisme – un atout certain.
• De l’expérience de travail auprès d’un organisme à but non lucratif – un atout.
• Une certification professionnelle en spécialiste en conformité de la paie (SCP) – un atout.

• De l’autonomie, de l’initiative et une attitude positive axée sur les solutions.
• Du tact, de l’entregent et des compétences en service à la clientèle.
• Une aisance avec les chiffres.
• De l’expérience avec la réconciliation…