Associate, Payroll, Benefits and HRIS

Investment Management Corporation of Ontario (IMCO) offers a stimulating environment aimed at organizational transformation. The Associate, Payroll, Benefits and HRIS will provide exceptional customer service, support HR operations, and manage payroll and employee documentation processes.

Responsibilities

• Help execute semi-monthly pay accurately and on time, including calculating pay adjustments, audits payroll output prior to pays processing, and provides reports required for review and approval
• Manage onboarding and offboarding processes in Workday, including new hires, job changes, leaves of absence, and terminations in accordance with company policies and employment legislation
• Support year-end activities by preparing and filing regulatory documents such as T4s, T4As, ROEs, EHT and T2200s
• Research, analyze, and help resolve complex payroll and benefit issues, including analyzing tax implications to earning and deductions codes, handling CRA requests, such as garnishment and audit requests
• Assist with internal and external audits by preparing and validating required payroll, benefits and HR documentation
• Ensure employee documentation is accurate, up to date, and compliant, including maintenance of personnel files by administering employee life updates across HRIS, benefits, and pension portals
• Maintain payroll calendars, Gross to Net Report and all other payroll, benefits, and finance-related reporting requirements
• Serve as the first point of contact by managing the HR inbox for payroll, benefits, pension, and HR inquiries, delivering timely and customer‑centric support
• Support the team in testing and updating payroll, benefits and absence changes during Workday releases
• Assist with Education Assistance Program by tracking and maintaining all on-going, and upcoming requests
• Prepare employee verification letters when requested and respond to employment verification inquiries
• Create reports and maintain organizational charts by tracking all employee changes on the HRIS platform
• Responsible for reviewing, following up and actioning events on the Business Process Transaction Awaiting Action report
• Help develop, update, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for HRIS‑related processes
• Using the data from the HRIS and other HR systems, assist in preparing and maintaining reports and dashboards on behalf of the HR team
• Provide general administrative and coordination support to the HR Operations team as needed

Skills

• Diploma or degree
• Minimum of 2 years of HRIS administrative experience in a similar role or 1 year of payroll and benefits experience
• Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) candidate or currently enrolled in the program
• Experience in payroll administration and processing payroll in a timely and accurate manner in compliance with provincial and federal regulations
• Experience with pension reporting to analyze pension and benefits information
• Experience with an HRIS system entering data, running reports and auditing data (Workday experience is preferred)
• Experience with Excel and Word at an advanced level is a requirement
• A positive, can-do attitude with a customer-focused approach that will enable you to deal with ambiguous situations
• Customer centric approach to solving issues, experience balancing individual needs and enterprise interests
• Strong analytical skills with an orientation towards reporting, data management, and metrics
• Deep interest, curiosity and drive to learn about the various lines of businesses
• Demonstrated skill in appreciative inquiry and idea exploration, understanding that being challenged or questioned on your thinking is not personal, but part of the process
• Ability to manage ambiguity, remaining professional and optimistic during contentious issues or organizational change
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to multi-task
• Workday experience is preferred

Benefits

• Our hybrid work model prioritizes an office-first approach, encouraging employees to make the most of our collaborative workspace at 16 York Street, Suite 2400, Toronto, ON M5J 0E6.
• This welcoming environment fosters teamwork, connection, and professional growth.
• While flexibility remains a key component of our model, we believe that regular in-office engagement enhances productivity and strengthens our culture.
• Our approach supports a fulfilling lifestyle that balances professional ambition with personal wellbeing.
• IMCO is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
• If you require support, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
• Candidates being considered for this position will be required to undergo background screening.

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