Payroll and Benefits Specialist at Kabam

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Kabam Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Gaming, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • 3-5 years of Payroll & Benefits administration for a multi-provincial workforce. Multi-state US experience is preferred, but not required
  • Experience processing payroll for over 300+ employees per payroll cycle
  • Completed (or working towards) Certified Payroll Professional Certification
  • Communicates in a clear, concise, and professional manner with staff at all levels
  • Collaborates effectively with others regularly
  • Supports direct and indirect team members; improves others' productivity and development; inspires and encourages teamwork
  • Knowledge of federal and state payroll regulations and requirements
  • Advanced Skills in Microsoft Excel
  • Proficiency in Ceridian Dayforce, ADP Workforce, or other reputable payroll systems is an asset. Experience with system implementations/data migrations is also valuable
  • Willing to learn and find solutions to complex issues
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a team as well as individually
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and administer full-cycle semi-monthly processing of hourly and salaried Canadian and US payroll using Dayforce
  • Prepare reconciliations, payments, and payroll changes relating to various extended health benefit carriers
  • Prepare and administer Canadian and US employee health benefits with various third-party providers
  • Research payroll & benefits information and/or documentation to ensure accuracy and adherence to procedures before processing
  • Compile and prepare payroll related reports and remittances after each pay run, and as needed; monthly, quarterly, and annually for various government and non-government agencies
  • Compile data from a wide variety of sources for analyzing purposes and ensuring compliance with mandated requirements, and/or monitoring program components
  • Manage all payroll related audits including but not limited to; RSP, 401K, Worker’s Compensation
  • Ensure compliance with all government requirements, including taxes remittances, WorkSafe, quarterly and annual returns
  • Continuously evaluate and suggest and/or implement improvements to payroll processes

Skills

Dayforce
Payroll Processing
Benefits Administration
Payroll Reconciliations
Payroll Reporting
Tax Remittances
Compliance
Audits
RSP
401K
Worker’s Compensation

Kabam

Curated gifts including jewellery and accessories

About Kabam

Kabam offers a variety of unique gifts, particularly focusing on jewellery, bags, and accessories. Their product range includes styles that range from kawaii and kitsch to vintage and modern, with a strong emphasis on hand-crafted semi-precious items. Kabam caters to a diverse group of customers who are looking for distinctive and personalized gift options. The company operates in the retail market by sourcing and selling high-quality, niche products that appeal to consumers who appreciate originality and craftsmanship. Revenue is generated through direct sales on their online platform, targeting those who value unique and stylish items.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2006Year Founded
$233.9MTotal Funding
SERIES_ECompany Stage
Consumer GoodsIndustries
1-10Employees

Benefits

Performance-Based Annual Incentives
401(k) Retirement Plan100% Covered Medical / Dental / Vision / Life Insurance
Accident, Disability, Insurances
Flexible Work Hours
Paid Half-Day Fridays
Paid Vacation / Sick Leave / Holidays / Christmas Break
Commuter Benefits (Post-COVID19 WFH)
Free Parking and Gym Access (Post-COVID19 WFH)
Free Meals & Snacks (Post-COVID19 WFH)

Risks

Increased competition from alternative app stores may dilute Kabam's market share.
Ending Disney Mirrorverse could lead to a loss of player base and revenue.
Continuous game updates require investment, potentially straining resources if not balanced.

Differentiation

Kabam offers a diverse range of free-to-play mobile and web games.
The company emphasizes unique, hand-crafted game content and seasonal events.
Kabam's strategy includes expanding to alternative app stores for wider reach.

Upsides

Cross-platform play enhances user engagement across Kabam's game titles.
Blockchain technology offers new monetization opportunities for Kabam's mobile games.
Alternative app stores provide Kabam with new distribution channels and audience reach.

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