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145 Otonabee Dr, Kitchener, ON N2C 1L7, Canada Job Description Posted Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 5:00 AM At Flanagan Foodservice, we're more than just the biggest family-owned food distributor in Canada; we're a dynamic hub of innovation, creativity, and a shared passion for delivering exceptional service. For nearly 50 years, we've been on an exciting journey of growth and transformation. The foodservice landscape is thrilling and challenging, and as we reshape our business, we're on the hunt for imaginative minds, business strategists, and food lovers. Are you prepared to be part of the legacy? A Culture of Innovation and Creativity: We value fresh ideas and perspectives, innovation and collaboration, where employees can thrive and make meaningful impact. If you're passionate about making a difference, you'll fit right in. Family Values and Professional Opportunities: Experience the integrity of a family-owned business combined with the exciting growth opportunities of a leading industry player who is scaling up quickly with technology. Outstanding Employee Benefits: From profit-sharing, pension programs and comprehensive health benefits, we invest in your well-being. We celebrate and reward your achievements. Personal and Professional Growth: We champion your growth with a wide range of career advancement opportunities tailored to your strengths and aspirations. There is no better pairing than a foodie with an awesome career in the foodservice industry! We are currently hiring for a Payroll & Programs Administrator in Kitchener. If youre highly motivated and are ready for an exciting career that will shape the future of the foodservice industry, we want to hear from you. Position Summary: The Payroll & Programs Administrator is responsible for the accurate and timely payroll processing, benefits administration, and effective program coordination to ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements. This will include handling confidential payroll functions, maintaining accurate employee records, and supporting program initiatives while collaborating with the HR team and other departments. Key Responsibilities: Ensures accurate and timely processing of weekly and bi-weekly payroll. Conducts regular audits, and imports timesheet information from various locations. Verifies and balances hours, and ensures proper approvals and controls are followed. Collaborates with the HR team on the administration of new hires and terminations. Ensures the daily maintenance, integrity, and operations of the payroll system. Identifies and resolves payroll issues to meet critical deadlines. Prepares monthly and annual reporting, reconciliations, and journal entries. Prepares, balances, and remits tax form documents in accordance with statutory requirements. Prepares government remittances, reports, and reconciliations for statutory deductions, payroll tax, and Human Resources Development Canada requests. Maintains confidentiality, system integrity, compliance with company policies and procedures, government regulations, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Manages the Flanagan Work Anniversary Program, including the coordination of cards and gifts for those celebrating employment milestones. Administers the Employee Group Benefit program, including new hire enrollment. Supports the administration of the Pension Plan as required. Prepares and distributes communications to employees. Other duties as required. Qualifications: Minimum 2 years of Payroll or related experience required. Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or Human Resources considered an asset. Canadian Payroll Association Certification or working towards certification considered an asset. Comprehensive understanding of payroll legislation, employment standards, and payroll accounting. Strong organization and time management skills to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Intermediate level experience with Microsoft Office applications, including a high level of experience in Excel. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Working knowledge of employee benefit programs. Strong attention to detail and passion for accuracy. Strong knowledge of accounting principles and Canadian Payroll regulations. Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Experience with using computerized payroll systems (i.e., Ceridian Dayforce, ADP). Previous experience with both union and non-union payroll considered an asset. Must be a team player and demonstrate a positive attitude. Must maintain a high level of confidentiality. Ability to work effectively under pressure to meet critical and time-sensitive deadlines. Sitting for long periods of time. Ability to work independently, and as part of a team. Be part of the legacy. All employees of Flanagan Foodservice must demonstrate adherence to all HACCP and Food Handling practices as well as all Companys policies and procedures. Flanagan Foodservice Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please let us know by submitting your request to so that arrangements can be made for the appropriate accommodations. #J-18808-Ljbffr