Payroll and Benefits Coordinator

Who We Are

Emterra Group is a dynamic, growth-oriented, and safety-focused group of companies. Ourorganization has been deemed to be an “essential service” by providing collection and processing for recycling, organics, and waste that keep our communities clean and safe. With customer service and safety as our focus, we are looking for an energetic and driven employee to support our growing company and play a crucial role in waste diversion and the circular economy.

Emterra is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers, a certified diverse supplier of the Canadian Aboriginal and Minority Supplier Council (CAMSC) and the Canadian Women Business Enterprise National Council (WBE).

Emterra Group is looking for a Payroll& Benefit Coordinator to join our head office in Surrey, British Columbia, reporting to the Payroll and Benefits Manager. The successful candidate will administer payroll and benefits for about 400+ employees ensuring payroll is processed in a timely, accurate manner and in accordance with Company and government policies. This position requires a highly organized person who can meet deadlines in fast paced, multi-location environment,demonstrating strong attention to detail and analytical skills.

• Process end-to-end bi-weekly payroll for 400+ salary, hourly and union employees in the Western Region through” Payworks”HRMS integrated employee time and attendance tracking and Payroll System.
• Execute and manage day-to-day payroll related duties; including setting up new hires, employee changes, terminations and preparation of ROE’s.; ensuring all required deadlines are achieved in atimely manner.
• Function as the Time and Attendance System Coordinator acting as a liaison between Branch locations and management regarding Payworks Time & Attendance system.
• Provide support in relation to Benefits Administration for all Western Provinces Emterra employees.
• Investigate and resolve any Payroll issues,supporting Division managers as required, including Benefit inquiries.
• Ensure the timely processing ofjournal entries, and accruals into Accounting System including supporting payroll account reconciliations.
• Support with preparing, reconciling quarterly and annual payments for Western Provincial WCB and EHT accounts.
• Preparation and coordination ofT4’s, T2200, ROE’s, year-end adjustments.
• Create and/or run Reports from payroll or time and attendance system as required.
• Other duties and analysis as required.

• 3 – 5 (Three-five) years of payroll experience in multi-location environment.
• Canadian Payroll Association Certificate –completed or in progress.
• Experience in “Payworks” or similar payroll and time management system is required. Experience in other large third-party Payroll software will be considered in place of Payworks.
• Understanding of basic accounting principles sufficient to perform journal entries and payroll account reconciliations.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics “Business Central” would be an asset.
• Strong computer skills including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Effective communication and interpersonal relationship skills in working effectively with various levels of staff, customers, and vendors.
• Detail oriented and adherence to strict deadlines.
• Excellent organizational skills and must be able to multitask.

• Opportunity to be part of one of Canada’s Greenest Employers!
• Competitive wages!
• Comprehensive health benefits(health, dental, and more depending on what you choose)!
• Employee Assistance Program, paidfor by the company!
• Tuition reimbursement program and professional development support!
• Be part of an entrepreneurial organization that wants to continue to learn and grow!
• Ability to have an impact and make change!

Emterra Group is committed to maintaining an equitable, fair, and diverse environment. Any applicants who have a disability or require reasonable accommodation may speak directly with our Human Resources Department. Reasonable accommodations will beassessed on a case-by‑case basis.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion,sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, orveteran status.