Specialist, Payroll

Aecon Concessions; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aecon, a leader in infrastructure development in Canada, seeks a Payroll Specialist in Toronto. This role involves managing SAP HCM and Payroll processes, leading initiatives, and ensuring smooth payroll operations. A commitment to safety and diversity within the workforce makes Aecon an engaging environment. The candidate should bring strong analytical skills and over 5 years of experience in payroll processing.

Benefits

Inclusive work environment

Leadership programs

Mental health support

Qualifications

• 5+ years of payroll experience related to SAP HCM & Payroll & Reporting.
• SAP technical expertise and advanced proficiency with MS Office and reporting tools.
• Ability to manage and lead projects, alongside strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Support overall Payroll team including payroll processing and reporting.
• Test SAP updates and manage user acceptance testing.
• Lead HCM & Payroll projects or initiatives as requested.

Skills

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Confidentiality

Organizational Skills

Tools

SAP HCM

Microsoft Office

Business Objects

Power BI

Power Automate

Robotic Process Automation

Job description

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We take this matter extremely seriously and are working with the appropriate authorities to shut down such fraudulent schemes. Please remain vigilant on this matter and report any suspicious outreach to your local authorities and email any concerns [e-mail]

Location:

Toronto, ON, CA

Operating Sector: Finance

Position Title: Specialist, Payroll

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us!

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction.With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

What is the Opportunity:

Reporting to the Payroll Manager, the Payroll Specialist will be responsible for the process of SAP HCM & SAP Payroll and Business Objects Reporting, provide overall support to the payroll team across various functions, manage and lead projects and department initiatives, perform User Acceptance Testing, test SAP service pack and enhancement upgrades and support internal business partners.

What You’ll Do Here:

• Supportthe overall Payroll team in day-to-day operations and tasks including Organizational Management, HCM – Master Data, Unions, Payroll Processing, Payroll Accounting and Payroll Reporting
• TestSAP system updates (Service Pack and Enhancement updates) including year end andlegislative updates
• Initiate change requests, testing enhancements, new system configuration, and sign off
• Support the department in User Acceptance testing as required
• Attenduser group sessions to stay abreast of new system developments and to provide end users with training, new tools and shortcuts
• Escalation point to support HCM & Payroll Managers with trouble shooting andfixes related to HCM & Payroll issues
• Supports HCM & Payroll to develop process efficiencies and ongoing process improvements
• Manage and lead HCM & Payroll projects or initiatives as requested

What You Bring to the Team:

• 5+ years of Payroll experience, related toSAP HCM & Payroll & Reporting
• SAP technical expertise, advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, Business Objects, Power BI and Power Automate
• Knowledge Robotic Process Automation is considered an asset- designing, developing, and implementing automated solutions to streamline business processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify automation opportunities
• Demonstrated ability to manage and lead projects
• Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills to systematically break down issues and determine root cause
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills (written and verbal)
• Act with discretion and confidentiality
• Strong organizational skills, including balancing multiple responsibilities and effectively meet deadlines
• Proven ability to work independently as well as with a team
• Business acumen and understanding of organizational structures and functions

Aecon fosters diversity , inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the ACA during any step of the application process please click here.