Payroll Compliance & Controls Analyst

Pomerleau; Lévis; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP match

Hybrid work

Employee stock ownership

Job summary

Pomerleau is seeking an experienced Payroll Analyst to ensure data accuracy and regulatory compliance during payroll cycles across Canada.

You will reconcile third-party remittances, support year‑end activities, configure systems, and train stakeholders involved in payroll processes.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in full-cycle payroll.
• Advanced English proficiency.
• Strong knowledge of payroll systems and data flows.
• Proactive analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Detail-oriented, highly organized, with excellent prioritization.

Responsibilities

• Analyze payroll data and support Accounting.
• Support payroll cycle to ensure data accuracy and compliance.
• Perform monthly reconciliations of third‑party remittances.
• Lead year‑end payroll activities and tax slip preparation.
• Provide training to stakeholders involved in payroll processes.
• Resolve complex payroll issues and propose process improvements.
• Deliver high‑quality service to internal and external stakeholders.
• Implement payroll system changes including collective agreement updates.
• Stay current on legislative changes and best practices.
• Support special projects and ad-hoc inquiries.

Skills

Advanced English

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Prioritization

Education

DEC/AEC in Accounting

Tools

Payroll systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Ready to build your career? We want to hear from you.

• Internal Job Title: Payroll Analyst

Sous la supervision du Gestionnaire à la paie, le titulaire de ce poste assure l’exactitude des données et de la conformité de la paie, notamment par la gestion des réconciliations, des remises aux tiers, des configurations de système et des obligations fiscales et gouvernementales. Il contribue à la résolution des situations complexes et à la formation des collaborateurs.

What you will do

• Analyze payroll data and support the Accounting team with various requests.
• Support the Payroll team throughout the payroll cycle to ensure data accuracy, system configuration integrity, and legislative compliance.
• Perform monthly reconciliations of various third‑party remittances.
• Lead year‑end payroll activities, including annual reconciliations, preparation of tax slips, and participation in reporting to government health and safety agencies (e.g., CNESST, WCB, WHCS).
• Provide training and guidance to stakeholders involved in the payroll process, including superintendents and project managers.
• Take ownership of resolving complex payroll issues, act as a payroll subject matter expert, and provide recommendations that consider business needs, existing applications, and process impacts.
• Deliver high‑quality customer service to a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• Implement payroll system changes, including updates related to collective agreement provisions.
• Stay current on legislative changes and payroll best practices.
• Support the Payroll Coordinator with analysis and the execution of special projects and ad hon‑hoc requests (e.g., external audits, government inquiries).

This role could be for you if you have

• Diploma of College Studies (DEC) or Attestation of College Studies (AEC) in Accounting.
• Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation from the National Payroll Institute.
• 5 to 7 years of experience in the full‑cycle payroll process.
• Advanced English proficiency.
• Strong knowledge of payroll systems and payroll process implementation. Solid understanding of systems and data flows, with the ability to learn and adapt to new processes and technologies.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying issues and implementing effective solutions.
• Detail‑oriented, accurate, and highly organized.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to effectively manage priorities.

Benefits

• RRSP with up to 5% employer matching
• Hybrid work model for corporate roles
• Employee stock ownership program
• Career growth through real development opportunities
• Transit pass reimbursement — get to work for free
• Minimum 4 weeks of vacation from day one

For the past six years, we've proudly held the distinction of being one of Canada's Top 100 Employers.

Pomerleau is a national leader in construction, delivering major projects across Canada. We believe in creating a workplace where people feel respected, supported, and empowered to grow. Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to doing great work.