Entity: WELL Health Technologies
Position: Lead, Payroll Specialist
Type: Full Time
Location: WELL Vancouver Office
Salary Range: $80,000 - $95,000
About the Company:
WELL Health Technologies is an innovative technology-enabled healthcare company whose overarching objective is to positively impact health outcomes by leveraging technology to empower and support healthcare practitioners and their patients and is publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol "WELL." As the largest clinic network in Canada, operating under the WELL Health Clinic Network brand, we currently have 180+ clinics across the country. Our team includes over 3,400 WELL Care Providers, facilitating more than 4.2 million patient interactions each year. Our clinics offer a diverse range of services, including walk-in appointments, family medicine, internal medicine, Kinesiology, sleep apnea treatment, botox procedures, and women’s health services. WELL exists to enable healthcare practitioners with best-in-class technology and services. The company has built a comprehensive practitioner enablement platform which includes digital Electronic Medical Records (EMR), practice management software, practitioner enablement tools, telehealth platforms, digital health apps that extend the features of EMRs, billing and Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) solutions, patient engagement technologies, clinic optimization tools, data protection solutions and more. The platform empowers healthcare providers with digital healthcare products, tools, and services designed to enhance the delivery of care, and improve their patients’ healthcare experience and health outcomes. For more information about the companies, visit; www.well.company, wellclinics.ca
Position Summary:
The Lead Payroll Specialist is responsible for overseeing the payroll process, ensuring compliance with legal regulations, and supporting the Director of Payroll Operations in day-to-day operations. This role includes supporting payroll team members, leading process improvement initiatives, and providing mentorship and training. The Lead Payroll Specialist will also work closely with HR, Finance, and other departments to ensure accurate and efficient payroll operations.
What you will be doing:
- Process and manage the company's payroll, including calculating wages, deductions, and taxes.
- Ensure compliance with federal, provincial, and local payroll laws and regulations.
- Maintain accurate payroll records and reports.
- Resolve payroll discrepancies and answer employee payroll-related inquiries.
- Collaborate with HR and Finance departments to ensure accurate employee data and reporting.
- Prepare and submit payroll tax filings and other regulatory reports.
- Conduct regular audits of payroll procedures and records to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Stay updated on changes in payroll laws and regulations and implement necessary updates to payroll processes.
- Act as the primary point of contact for escalated payroll issues.
- Acts as a mentor and support to payroll staff, offering training and professional development opportunities and providing guidance on complex payroll issues.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline payroll operations and enhance overall efficiency.
- Any other ad hoc duties may be assigned related to the payroll.
You have:
- Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) designation
- Payroll Leadership Professional (PLP) designation is an asset
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in payroll processing, with at least 2 years in a senior or supervisory role.
- Strong knowledge of payroll laws and regulations.
- Strong knowledge of payroll systems. Experience working with ADP is an asset.
- Proficiency Microsoft Office Suite (Excel proficiency is a must).
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
The salary offered for this position falls within a specified salary range and will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's experience, qualifications, skills, and the specific needs of the organization.
At WELL, we believe in fair and equitable compensation, and our goal is to offer a competitive salary that reflects the value and expertise of the selected candidate.
WELL is committed to supporting a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace. We welcome and celebrate the diversity of applicants and team members across ability, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, and perspective. We strive to create an inclusive workplace where differences are celebrated and fuel our success – this is the WELL Way!
WELL has been independently certified as a Great Place to Work® by Great Place to Work Institute® Canada, an achievement that reflects the company’s strong commitment to creating a workplace culture centered on trust, inclusivity, and employee well-being, aligning with its ‘Healthy Place to Work’ ESG strategy pillar.
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