Payroll Analyst

Requisition ID: 178393 Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture. **Purpose** The Payroll Analyst is responsible for supporting the Payroll Operations Team with daily payroll functions including assisting the team with the bi-weekly payroll process, management of employee inquiries, preparation of ROEs, and tax forms and various projects. In addition, provide support with an eagerness to learn and be challenged. ***: **What will you do in this role?**: - Champions a customer focused culture to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems and knowledge - Support the day-to-day payroll activities within the Payroll Operations Team including preparation and processing of the biweekly payroll, the preparation of ROEs and tax forms using the SAP Payroll System - Assist with payroll-related investigations escalated through the HR Service - Case Management system - Assists with year-end payroll activities (T4’s, RL1’s, reconciliations and filings) - Assists with year-end activities and processes such as preparing tax slips, annual reconciliations and filings, and working with HR partners to ensure a successfully closing - Ensures the processing and completion of all payroll data are in compliance with the Bank’s policies and procedures, and regulatory requirements - Understands how the Bank’s risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions - Leads by example by being a champion in PEGA case management, delivering quality customer service and keeping our employees and client satisfaction top of mind, while delivering on our SLA and commitment to our customers - Actively pursues effective and efficient operations within his/her respective areas, while ensuring the adequacy, adherence to and effectiveness of day-to-day business controls to meet obligations with respect to operational risk, regulatory compliance risk, AML/ATF risk and conduct risk, including but not limited to responsibilities under the Operational Risk Management Framework, Regulatory Compliance Risk Management Framework, AML/ATF Global Handbook and the Guidelines for Business Conduct **Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed?** - Post-secondary Degree or Diploma in Accounting or Business or related field - National Payroll Institute Certification - PCP or CPM Certification is an asset or working towards completion - Advanced Excel skills including VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables - Strong knowledge of Service Canada ROE Website - Strong customer service skills - Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills - Practical experience with HRIS/Payroll and time & attendance systems - 2-5 years progressive experience within a Payroll/HR team in the areas of human resource/payroll operations with high technical payroll knowledge - Deep understanding and knowledge of Bank policies and procedures - Strong knowledge of Organizational structure and complexity - Strong knowledge of payroll policies, processes and practices - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - Attentive to details and deadlines; ability to manage multiple priorities - Experience with transaction processing and data management Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.