PAYROLL PRACTITIONER LEVEL III - Jobs in Airdrie, AB

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Company Biography1:The City of Airdrie fosters a culture of accountability and values open dialogue, innovation and entrepreneurial spirit, collaborative relationships, learning, ownership, and encouraging the heart. We are searching for another team member who will help us get to the next level.We Are:We’re a place where you can grow. We’re a place where you’re encouraged to learn and be innovative. We’re a place where people take ownership and do what they say they’ll do. We’re a place where colleagues are friends and neighbours are customers. We’re a place where health, wellness and safety are top of mind. We’re a place where you just might be a perfect fit.Our Team:The Payroll Team is a small and tightly knit team who strives every day to pay all employees accurately and on time. Our team is driven to ensure accuracy and compliance within our Human Capital Management (HCM) software, with Alberta Labour Standards and the Canadian Revenue Agency. If you like strong processes and you thrive on repetitive and cyclical work, then this might be the right team for you.The Opportunity:This is a senior level role and is responsible to provide payroll expertise to the department and ensure accuracy of all payroll functions. It ensures the City of Airdrie is compliant with provincial and federal legislation as it relates to payroll. This role also looks after payroll transactions, payroll accounting, auditing and reporting of payroll activities and responds to escalated pay concerns with appropriate resolutions. It ensures a high level of customer service to our internal and external customers by ensuring pay is accurate and on time.Primary accountabilities include:

• Plan, prepare and allocate workflows and responsibilities based on coming priorities
• Review time entry and monitor exceptions on a bi-weekly basis to ensure compliance with legislation and labour standards
• Responsible for accurate pay processing before finalizing, processing and transmitting payroll
• Monitor the payroll inbox and ensure files are saved and actioned appropriately
• Assist with internal audits on a regular basis
• Assist with external payroll and pension audit requirements
• Laisse with the Finance and Accounting departments with reconciliations
• Assist Practitioner II as needed with processing of the biweekly pay cycle, payroll folders and post pay checklist
• Train Practitioner II to correct errors and help develop knowledge and skills
• Identify errors and recommend process improvements and efficiencies
• Responsible for the preparation and processing of year end tasks (ie: T4’s, LAPP, APEX, WCB Annual Statement)
• Respectful interactions with team and customers, both internal and external

You Bring:

• Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) required
• Certified Payroll Manager (CPM) – an asset
• Diploma in Accounting or similar field an asset
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in a full cycle pay
• Prior experience processing full cycle year end activities
• Knowledge in HRIS Systems and report writing tools
• Highly proficient in computer skills and technology including Microsoft Office and Excel
• Understanding of basic accounting principles
• Analytical, problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Highly self-motivated and self-directed
• Willing to do what it takes, to get it done on time and accurately
• Strong customer service focus
• Ability to build and maintain strong collaborative relationships
• High level of confidentiality with the ability to always maintain company and employee confidentiality

We Offer:Along with a competitive compensation program and City paid health and dental premiums, this position also includes:

• Excellent and comprehensive health, dental, paramedical, and benefits plan
• First-in-class pension plan
• Career development and tuition reimbursement
• Employee discounts, annual adult fitness (Genesis Place, Airdrie) pass, social events, and health & wellness initiatives

Continuous learning through training and development is encouraged as are flexible work arrangements, when possible. We recognize that our people work best when they feel engaged in their environment and appreciated for their efforts and our overall benefits package reflects that.Additional Information:This full time position (37.5 hours per week) includes a comprehensive benefits and pension package.Interviewing and hiring may commence prior to the posted closing date.The successful candidate will be required to provide proof of education and designation.With the current restrictions due to COVID, this position will primarily be working remotely but may require some in-office work. The remote work option in a post-COVID environment is currently being assessed by the City and may be an ongoing option for some roles.The City of Airdrie has implemented a COVID-19 Vaccination and Rapid Testing Policy. The City of Airdrie is committed to taking every precaution reasonable for the protection of the health and safety of our employees and citizens. Successful candidates will be required to disclose their COVID-19 vaccination status and adhere to the COVID-19 Vaccination and Rapid Testing Policy.Next Steps:Candidates are invited to apply online.Postings close at 9 p.m. on the closing date listed in the posting. We recommend applying as soon as possible as we are not able to accept late applications.Please review the job competition carefully and be sure to attach any specifically requested documentation in the My Documents section of your application.Company Biography2:Thank you for your interest in the City of Airdrie.Quick Apply

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