Career Opportunities: Payroll and Benefits Specialist (18871)

Position:    Payroll and Benefits Specialist 
Reports to:    Country People & Culture Manager
Location:     Montreal, Quebec

We believe the employee experience is the heart of our success, fueling our drive to continuously evolve and create a truly inspiring and vibrant organization. We're looking for talented, passionate individuals who take pride in what they do and want to make a real impact. For us, this isn't just HR – it's a powerful, guiding force that shapes our entire business strategy.
 

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING.

Reporting to the Country & People Culture Manager, you’ll ensure employees are paid accurately and on time while managing benefits programs with ease and efficiency. As the go-to expert, you’ll provide reliable, stress-free support for all things payroll and perks.

You offer continuous tactical and practical support to employees and company leaders based on your expertise in:

Payroll:

• Process payroll for employees in Canada and the USA, ensuring accurate pay calculations in line with contracts, policies, and laws.
• Validate end-of-year payroll processes, including tax forms and reports.

People Support:

• Resolve payroll and benefits-related issues, providing timely and efficient assistance.
• Present payroll and benefits information during onboarding sessions.

Benefits:

• Educate employees on company benefits programs and ensure data integrity across systems.
• Validate and process group insurance invoices monthly.

HRIS Support:

• Manage employee hires and changes in HR and payroll systems accurately and promptly.
• Validate and maintain accurate data in HRIS and POS systems.

Other:

• Stay current on payroll and benefits laws to ensure compliance.
• Contribute to projects improving payroll, insurance, and benefits processes.

WHO YOU ARE.

We are looking for an individual with a positive and energetic attitude, who thrives in a role that requires you to work on and prioritize multiple tasks at the same time. We hire for mindset and train for skills, but it would be great, if you bring the following to the table:

• 1–3 years of experience in payroll and benefits, with knowledge of hourly and salaried payroll processes.
• Familiarity with Canadian and U.S. payroll legislation (an asset).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, HRIS systems, and strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, with fluency in English and French as you will deal with team members from across Canada.
• Ability to manage time effectively, work independently or collaboratively, and handle sensitive information professionally.
• Strong work ethic with a focus on organization and ensuring policy compliance.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE.

At BESTSELLER, we care about your career and well-being. Besides joining a fantastic team, you’ll enjoy:

• Comprehensive insurance from day one, a voluntary savings plan, a cellphone and a laptop.
• 3 weeks of vacation, 5 "recharge" days, and 11 public holidays to rest and recharge.
• Flexible hours and half-days off on Fridays until the end of the year for the perfect work-life balance.
• The option to work from home one day a week for added comfort.
• A paid lunch every Wednesday to relieve you from meal prep stress the night before!
• Access to a free virtual health platform 24/7 for instant consultations with health professionals! #WellbeingFirst
• 50% discount in our stores to treat yourself to your favorite fashion items.
• Invitations to exclusive events organized by the BESTSELLER Social Club.
• A brand-new office in Villeray: a modern space with unlimited snacks and coffee to keep your energy high.

We can’t wait to meet you!

We review applications on an ongoing basis and reserve the right to take down the advertisement, when our candidate is found. We are committed to diversity and provide equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of sex, race, ethnicity, religion or belief, disability, age, sexual orientation or gender identity.
 

BESTSELLER is an international fashion company with brands such as JACK and JONES, VERO MODA, ONLY and JACK & JONES. BESTSELLER operates both its own chains / stores as well as we have a large number of retailers on the market. As an employee of BESTSELLER, you become part of our family. We offer a developing and exciting workplace with a high pace where we all work together towards common goals. Our philosophy and our values ​​are important to us, we work hard and strive to be the best but always in a humble way. BESTSELLER Canada began in 2004 and currently works with eight of our brands. JACK & JONES is our sole retail presence in Canada, while VERO MODA, ONLY, ONLY & SONS, SELECTED FEMME/HOMME, PRODUKT, NOISY MAY and JACQUELINE DE YOUNG are part of our wholesale distribution. Our office in Montreal is the centre of BESTSELLER’s North American operations and the workplace of almost 100 of our colleagues. Overall, BESTSELLER Canada has approximately 600 colleagues, including our distribution centre and almost 50 JACK & JONES stores.