Payroll Administrator

Cormorant Utility Services; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cormorant Utility Services is seeking a Payroll Administrator to handle payroll processing and compliance tasks within a supportive team environment. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of payroll experience, relevant educational qualifications, and proficiency in payroll software. This role offers the opportunity to work in a business casual atmosphere with regular team events and recognizes the diverse backgrounds of employees, inviting all qualified applicants to apply.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of direct experience in payroll administration.
• Experience with union collective bargaining agreements is an asset.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Analyze timesheets and administer the full payroll cycle.
• Calculate employee and employer withholdings and contributions.
• Ensure compliance with the Employment Standards Act.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Confidentiality

Time Management

Education

Undergraduate degree, diploma or certificate in Accounting or Finance

Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) designation

Tools

Dayforce HCM

JONAS Accounting

Job description

Cormorant Utility Servicesspecializes in providing complete Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Commissioning of High Voltage electrical installations. Working with us will make you a part of a strong team that is dedicated to providing best in class service throughout our industry!

Working atCormorantyou will be in a business casual atmosphere where we have monthly employee events and celebrations.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Manager, Payroll & Benefits, the Payroll Administrator is responsible for the preparation and processing of payroll for the Cormorant Group of Companies. This role collects, verifies and processes payroll information, determines pay and benefit entitlements for employees, maintains accurate payroll records, and reports on payroll information within a department, company or any of its divisions as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Analyze timesheets and follow up with supervisor regarding issues;
• Administers the full payroll cycle using Dayforce HCM;
• Maintains current employee information in the payroll software and employee personnel files;
• Calculates employee and employer withholdings and contributions;
• Applies employee payroll deductions as required;
• Keeps apprised of income tax, EI, CPP and taxable benefit regulations;
• Ensures compliance with privacy rules and regulations;
• Prepares labour hours and cost reports for various departments;
• Monitors vacation scheduling and vacation pay accounts;
• Calculates Workers Compensation calculation and conducts the annual report reconciliation while observing province specific rules and regulations;
• Assist in the preparation and filing of T4 and T4A slips;
• Issues and files Records of Employment;
• Processes monthly remittances for various trade union locals;
• Maintains union dues calculations;
• Ensures compliance with the Employment Standards Act;
• Adheres to all company policies, standards, procedures and safe work practices; and,
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

CANDIDATE PROFILE:

• 2-3 years of direct experience in a payroll administration role;
• Undergraduate degree, diploma or certificate in Accounting or Finance;
• Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) designation from the National Payroll Institute preferred;
• Experience interpreting and applying union collective bargaining agreements as they pertain to compensation and benefits would be an asset;
• Strong ability to pay attention to detail and perform tasks accurately;
• Strong ability to maintain confidentiality in the course of work;
• Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team;
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with the ability to effectively manage competing priorities in order to meet deadlines;
• Knowledge of Dayforce HCM and JONAS Accounting software would be an asset; and,
• Experience in the electrical and/or construction industry would be considered an asset.

Interested candidates can forward their resume and cover letter [e-mail]. Please quote the job title in the subject line.We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Cormorant values, respects, and leverages the differences and competences of all employees from a variety of different backgrounds.We recognize Canada’s diversity, beginning with our Indigenous Nations, as a source of pride and strength.At Cormorant, we are committed to Reconciliation through Call to Action #92 for businesses. All qualified applicants including Women, Visible Minorities, Indigenous Persons and Persons with Disabilities are invited to apply.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If selected to participate in the recruitment selection and/or assessment process, please inform our Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require.