Payroll Administrator

**About the Position**
Reporting to the CFO, the Payroll Administrator will manage payroll information, determine pay and benefit entitlements for employees and maintain accurate payroll records. They will manage all aspects of employee salary and hourly data, ensure timesheets and payroll calculations are accurate and payments are made according to schedule.

**Responsibilities**
- Maintain and update employee information, such as records of employee attendance, leave and overtime, to calculate pay and benefit entitlement using the in-house software program.
- Prepare statements of earnings, indicating gross and net salaries and deduction such as taxes.
- Collaborate with the Human Resource department to maintain employee records
- Prepare, verify and process all employee payroll related payments, including regular pay, benefit payments, and special payments such as bonuses and vacation pay.
- Complete and process forms and documentation for administration of benefits such as pension plans, leaves, employment and medical insurance
- Prepare payroll related filings and supporting documentation, such as year-end tax statements (T4), Records of Employment (ROE), annual workers compensation reports and other statements
- Provide information and answer employees enquiries regarding payroll-related matters
- Compile, review, and monitor statistical reports, statements, and summaries related to pay and benefits accounts
- Prepare and balance period-end reports and reconcile issued payrolls to bank statements
- Preparation of period end journal entries and monthly reconciliations to various general ledger accounts
- Update and maintain instructions, procedures and processes
- Liaison between CRA, Service Canada, Workers Compensation and benefits provider
- Identify and resolve payroll discrepancies

**Qualifications**
- Post secondary education in Payroll Management, Accounting, Finance, Human Resources or Office Administration required
- Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certificate desired
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Payroll Specialist
- Able to build strong working relationships
- Able to work in a high paced environment and meet deadlines
- Attention to detail, excellent organization skills, and ability to maintain confidentiality
- Knowledge of the construction industry would be an asset
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite required
- In-depth knowledge of Alberta Labor laws and Employment Standard Codes
- Experience using Payroll software programs such as Sage timberline is an asset
- Strong numerical aptitude and attention to detail is required

**What we offer**:

- Pay Range: $65,000 - $75,000
- Comprehensive Benefits, including extended health & dental, life and disability insurance, a flexible spending account and more.
- Health and Wellness Program.
- Company matched RRSP program.
- Paid training and development programs.


The Carrington Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification.
We would like to thank all applicants; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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