Payroll & Benefits Analyst
Were looking for a Payroll & Benefits Analyst to support full-cycle payroll, benefits, and HRIS operations. Our client is open to considering candidates only seeking permanent employment or those immediately available to start for an initial 1 - 3 month temporary assignment.
Interviews are taking place this week!
Who- the Company:
Canada's leading wholesale distributor of premium products, with over 60 years of experience delivering top brands to independent specialty dealers. They have grown from a small operation to a prominent player in the market, with offices and distribution centers across Canada and internationally. With a team of over 150 staff, they continue to drive success in their industry!
What- the Role:
The Payroll & Benefits Analyst is a key member of the HR and Finance teams, responsible for accurate end-to-end payroll, benefits administration, and HRIS (Dayforce) operations across a global workforce. This role ensures compliance, supports financial reporting, and maintains smooth HR processes that align with organizational goals.
- Process and reconcile full-cycle payroll and benefits across multiple regions.
- Prepare journal entries and support month-end reporting in partnership with Finance.
- Manage statutory reporting, tax filings, and year-end requirements.
- Maintain and administer the HRIS (Dayforce), ensuring data integrity, system updates, and troubleshooting.
- Serve as the first point of contact for payroll, benefits, and HRIS inquiries.
- Prepare payroll, benefits, and workforce analytics reports to support decision-making.
- Support HR generalist tasks, including documentation and ad hoc projects.
Who – the Candidate:
- Certificate or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, PCP, or a related field.
- CHRP or PCP certification is an asset.
- 2–5 years of experience in payroll and benefits administration.
- Strong experience with HRIS systems, preferably Dayforce or similar platforms.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (VLOOKUP, macros, pivot tables).
- Experience supporting change management or process improvement initiatives.
- Strong analytical ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights.
- Knowledge of employment laws and regulations related to compensation, payroll, and HR practices.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across all levels of the organization.
How Much:
For temp assignment: $28.13/hr - $34.38/hr + 4% vacation pay
For permanent role: $58,500 - $71,500
Where:
Port Coquitlam, BC, 5 days onsite.
When & How to Apply:
This search is moving very quickly. Swim will be presenting short-listed candidates directly to the hiring team for consideration. If interested, please reach out very soon.