HR & Pay Systems Analyst

Bruce-Power; Tiverton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Bruce Power is seeking a qualified HR and Pay Systems Analyst to manage payroll operations within Workday and ensure compliance with Canada payroll legislation. You will lead configuration, testing, reporting, and annual processes, partnering with Finance and HR to deliver accurate, timely payrolls and audit-ready records.

The role requires a four-year university degree and at least six years of payroll experience, with strong Excel skills and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Four-year university degree required.
• Minimum six years of progressively responsible payroll experience.
• Experience with Workday Payroll is strongly preferred.
• Strong Excel and analytical skills; excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and process payroll with accuracy and timeliness per legislation and agreements.
• Reconcile payroll data and perform audits and reporting.
• Configure and optimize Workday Payroll and related processes.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance to ensure compliance and controls.
• Assist in year-end readiness activities and audits.

Skills

Payroll compliance

Workday payroll

Excel

Data analysis

Communication

Education

University degree

Tools

Workday

Job description

Job Posting Start Date:2026-10-28Job Posting End Date:2026-11-11Are you looking for a meaningful career that makes a difference in your community? Would you enjoy an opportunity to contribute to our innovation and growth by bringing personal perspectives and experiences to your everyday work?Working at Bruce Power, you can enjoy the benefits of small-town living with outdoor adventures and a rewarding career. As part of our progressive, diverse, and inclusive workplace, you will work in a Safety-First environment, supporting challenging and impactful nuclear projects like our Life Extension Program and medical isotope production. Ongoing training and development are part of every job, offering constant growth and skill-building potential.In support of achieving excellence and business results through safe, reliable operations, our Human Resources division is seeking top talent for HR and Pay Systems Analyst opportunities and to establish a talent pipeline for future roles across the site. Opportunities may not be tied to a specific vacancy at this time.The HR and Pay Systems Analyst report to the Section Manager, Human Resource - Pay Services and through the application of HR/ Payroll System knowledge, support the delivery of accurate and timely payrolls for Bruce Power through analysis, reconciliation, audit and verification of payroll information and payroll system operations, while complying with all legislation and collective agreements.Key Responsibilities:Maintain and develop professional awareness and knowledge of Payroll Compliance legislation and practicesEnsure compliance with CRA, Service Canada, HRSDC, Statistics Canada, Personal Privacy, Workers Compensation, EHT and ESA guidelinesAssist in the preparation of all statutory and third party remittances for accurate and timely settlementMaintain and develop knowledge of Workday Payroll and HCM configuration and processesContribute to the development, testing and implementation Workday Payroll configuration changes. Assist with the change management implementation of payroll related system changesDevelop, test and implement reports in Workday payroll. Work with our HR Systems team to ensure best solutions provided. Calibrate/revise existing payroll reports for pay processing, auditing, reconciliation and special requestsTest and implement in partnership with HR Systems any system enhancements or expansion that will impact Workday payrollLoad all EIB’s into Workday verifying accuracy of all loads prior to pay settlementAnalyze and troubleshoot payroll result and discrepancies, checking data files and reports to verify that desired results have been achieved and if necessary initiate further corrective actionsValidate remittance amounts to payroll liability accounts in the GL prior to processing paymentsPerform all Pay Completion activities using Pay Processing Checklists and Job AidsMaintain and track annual and monthly payroll actions and global emails ensuring timely completion and visibility to the pay services teamPerform monthly reconciliation to general ledger for all Payroll Accounts. This includes reconciliation of all deductions. Provide to Finance a record and retain appropriatelyAssist in the preparation of information for Payroll Audits and perform reasonableness tests on payroll set up January and July annuallyPerform Year End readiness activities This includes balancing CPP, EI and Income Tax between T4 and T4A previews and employee contributions, as well as all other T4 and T4A boxesDesign, configure, and optimize payroll-related system functionality, including earnings and deducions, business process workflows, and system controls to streamline payroll operations, reduce manual intervention, improve effeciency and ensure payroll accuracy and complianceUpdate tables and related system configuration for planned changes and annual processesMaintain payroll configuration change records and follow prescribed change control processesEnsure all T4 and T4A information is updated as the result of any payroll configuration changeDevelop and load Fiscal Pay Processing Calendars and cutoffs. Communicate with all stakeholders in Finance and HRReport out on Safety Sensitive Hours of Work data, escalate where necessary as per BP-PROC-00005. Work with Operations Schedulers Quarterly to review authorized violations and permitted exceptionsRetain all payroll records and ensure Record Retention Authorizations are currentVerify accuracy of all Shift Schedules and specialty shift schedules prior to issuanceDeliver Manager training on standard CA pay provisionsPerform other duties as requiredKnowledge and Skills:Requires knowledge of Payroll Compliance legislation and practicesRequires advanced working knowledge of Workday payroll processing and configurationStrong excel skills requiredStrong analytical and mathematical skill sets requiredRequires effective oral and written communication skills to converse effectively with othersEducation and Experience:This knowledge is considered to be gained by the completion of a four (4) year University degreeMinimum six years of progressively responsible payroll experience, including experience with payroll systems, reconciliations, year-end processing, and payroll compliance. Experience with Workday Payroll is strongly preferred.Applicants who do not meet the education criteria for a job document may be considered for rotation postings, but applicants should understand that minimum educational requirements will continue to be a selection criteria for vacancy selections to regular positions as per Article 65.6.4.Selection Criteria:Skills, Knowledge, Education, and Experience per the above qualifications and experienceVerbal and written communicationTransferable skills (for example, effective communication, drive for accountability and results, time/organizational management, collaboration and teamwork)Competency based interviewPast performance record and suitability for this positionSelection will be in accordance with Article 65.6.4Are you ready for a change?Please complete the online application and attach a cover letter and resume, indicating your education and experience as it relates to this opportunity. We look forward to receiving your application and will be in contact with you, should you be selected for an interview.The successful candidate will be selected based on related and required education, experience, knowledge and skills, a competency-based interview, and background reference checks.As one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Bruce Power is committed to promoting a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion where workers feel valued for their uniqueness and are recognized for their individual differences, talents and skills. Diversity, equity and inclusion is critical to our business as we recognize that our people are our greatest resource. To support our inclusive workplace culture, we welcome and encourage everyone to apply.