Advisor, Payroll & Benefits

CMH Heli-Skiing; Alberta; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading adventure tourism company in Banff, Alberta seeks an Advisor of Payroll & Benefits to ensure smooth payroll processing and benefit administration. The ideal candidate will have significant experience with Workday HRIS and a commitment to fostering a positive workplace culture. This full-time position offers opportunities to work with a dynamic team and contribute to an inclusive environment.

Benefits

Health and dental benefits

Paid personal/sick and vacation days

Opportunities to heli-hike and heli-ski

Qualifications

• 5-8 years’ experience in Workday HRIS.
• 7+ years' experience managing payroll and benefit administration.
• Experience with Workday implementation and system integrations.

Responsibilities

• First point of contact for employee questions regarding pay, tax deductions, and benefits.
• Audit benefit and RRSP accounts to Workday and close complete corrections as necessary.
• Train managers and staff on timekeeping and payroll processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Education

Post-secondary education in Accounting & Payroll

Tools

Workday HRIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Year Round

Why join CMH?

We work hard, we play hard, and we have the best time doing it. Our mission is to guide our staff and guests through life‑changing mountain experiences, and our vision is to be recognized as the world leader of guided mountain experiences – by our guests, our employees, our partners, and our communities. We're all drawn to CMH for different reasons, but we stay for the people–both employees and guests–who are brought together by a unique shared passion for skiing, riding, the mountain world, and life in general. CMH is where mountain magic happens!

Things that are important to us :

Safety as a cornerstone.

Share our passion – every day.

Always act with integrity.

We work as a team.

Aim for best.

Balance our social, fiscal, and environmental responsibilities.

Things that are important to you :

The opportunity to build lifelong friendships with staff and guests from around the world.

Working for a company that stands behind its mission, vision, and values.

An inclusive and rewarding company culture where employees are valued and supported.

Explore and work at a world‑class mountain destination.

Enjoy meals created by culinary professionals that incorporate fresh, local ingredients.

Work with hospitality professionals that take pride in providing a high‑end guest experience.

An opportunity to grow and learn in a work environment that promotes feedback and development.

Discounts with brand partners and on CMH merchandise.

Opportunities to heli‑hike and heli‑ski, as available.

CMH is honored to operate in the traditional territories of the Ktunaxa, Secwépemc, Syilx, Sinixt, Carrier (Dakelh), and Stoney Nakoda Nations.

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Position Title : Advisor, Payroll & Benefits

Company Name : CMH Heliskiing & Summer Adventures, a division of Alterra Experiences

Reports To : Manager, Total Rewards, Payroll & HRIS

Location of Work : Banff, Alberta, Hybrid

Job Status : Full‑time, Year‑Round

FLSA Status : Non‑Exempt

Number of Positions : 1

Direct Reports : 0

Date of Last Review : September 26, 2025

Desired Start Date : October 2025

Posting Close Date : This posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. The earliest posting close date would be October 10, 2025.

Position Overview

As the Advisor of Payroll & Benefits , you'll be at the heart of making sure everything runs smoothly regarding payroll, employee benefits, HRIS compliance and auditing. You'll be the go‑to person for supporting bi‑weekly payroll, administering benefits, completing WorkDay audits to ensure the system is compliant. You are a self starter, ensuring proactive management in audit all areas of payroll and benefits, identifying system gaps and working to close system gaps, quickly and effectively.

In this role, you'll work closely with the Manager, Total Rewards, Payroll & HRIS, collaborating with teams across the organization to ensure accurate processing of compensation and benefits for all employees.

At CMH, we’re all about creating a great employee experience, and our Employee Experience team is second to none. You’ll play a crucial role in supporting our efforts to foster a positive workplace culture while ensuring operational efficiency, confidentiality, and compliance. If you’re looking to make a big impact in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect place for you!

Your Impact : Role and Responsibilities

• First point of contact for employee questions regarding pay, tax deductions, and benefits.
• Complete a Workday audit of current payroll practices.
• Support preparation for year end T4 processing, completing applicable balancing and reconciliations.
• Identify Workday efficiency opportunities for payroll, working with Alterra team member to close system gaps and ensure Workday is operating to full capacity.
• Audit benefit and RRSP accounts to Workday and close complete corrections as necessary.
• Create a payroll manual to document processes to process payroll.
• Create applicable Payroll and Benefit SOP to ensure roles and accountabilities meet compliance under the Canadian Payroll Association.
• Serve as the go-to person for benefit‑related inquiries, handling employee benefits enrollments, updates, and terminations in Sun Life and Workday.
• Support the management of the off‑season benefits program.
• Train managers and staff on timekeeping and payroll processes.
• Stay updated on federal and provincial payroll laws, ensuring compliance while assisting with internal audits.
• Help support implementation of CMH health and safety initiatives.
• Help support implementation of CMH sustainability initiatives.
• Train, participate in and provide support, as required, during emergency response situations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Post‑secondary education in Accounting & Payroll.
• 5-8 years’ experience in Workday HRIS.
• 7+ years' experience managing payroll and benefit administration.
• Experience with Workday implementation and system integrations, required.
• Experience with HRIS gap identification and gap closure required.

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Qualities

• Demonstrates integrity, discretion, and problem solving.
• Has demonstrated attention‑to‑detail, with accurate data‑entry skills and abilities.
• Able to communicate in an effective and timely manner over the phone, in‑person, and in written communication.
• Positive and collaborative working style with an ability to build meaningful relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and professional working relationships with peers.
• Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office, as well as an ability to learn other relevant software platforms.
• Able to prioritize tasks in a complex and fast‑paced environment with seasonal workload fluctuations and changing priorities.
• Confidence to interact with all levels of the company in a hub‑and‑spoke model in which many individuals are remote.
• Trustworthy, goal‑oriented, respectful, and self‑directed in completing the core functions of the role.
• Sees projects through to completion including follow‑up on any identified issues.
• Strong sense of work ethic and accountability, with an ability to function well in a team environment and focus on team success.
• Effectively prioritize tasks, responsibilities, and goals; use goals to guide actions and create detailed action plans.

Working Conditions

• Able to lift, carry, or otherwise move and position up to 20 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer and other common office equipment on a constant basis.
• This position is required, at times, to work on evenings, weekends, and holidays based on the needs of the business.
• This position may require occasional travel to CMH areas, as well as some travel to industry functions on an occasional basis.
• CMH is committed to developing a rich culture, a diverse workforce, and a healthy work environment in which every employee is treated fairly and respected. Each employee will contribute to the company's success while also having the opportunity to achieve their full potential as individuals.

Compensation

A competitive compensation package will be provided based upon qualifications, experience, and skill set. Further details will be discussed in a personal interview.

Benefits and Perks :

• Health and dental benefits.
• Group Savings Plan eligibility.
• Paid personal / sick and vacation days.
• CMH Ski Pass Program.
• IKON Pass Benefits.
• Pro deal affiliations with Brand Partners.
• Opportunities to heli‑hike and heli‑ski, as available.
• CMH is an equal opportunity employer.