Payroll & Benefits Administrator

Who We Are:
At Northland, we’re enablers of change, united by our journey to transform the energy sector into the foundation for a sustainable future.

Since our inception, we’ve been early movers in the energy industry, adopting new initiatives that pave the way for communities across the globe and helping forge their path towards a carbon-neutral landscape.

We’re a different kind of independent power producer. As developers, owners and operators who are at the forefront of the energy transition, we’re uniquely positioned to leave a lasting impact in the regions where we operate. We’ve expanded our business across Canada, the United States, Latin America, Europe and Asia to become a global leader, all by bringing together industry experts to find solutions with an entrepreneurial mindset.

While our work powers communities across the globe, Northland is powered by our people.

What You’ll Do:
The Payroll and benefits Administrator will be responsible for the overall process of the payroll and benefits administration for Northland Power Canadian Corporate Head Office, US and facilities operations. This position reports directly to the Payroll Manager.

This role will be based in Toronto, and you will be expected to work from our corporate office a minimum of 3 times a week in line with our hybrid work model.

Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for preparing and processing the Canadian and US bi-weekly payroll for unionized and non-unionized hourly employees and for salaried employees in a timely and accurate manner.
- Responsible for the standard payroll processing activities including but not limited to new hire set-ups, garnishments, terminations, pay calculations, time and attendance, payroll payment file creation, ROE’s, T4s, RL1’s, W-2 tax filings, etc. with a focus on Canadian and United States payroll practices and legislation.
- Responsible for processing all employee benefit changes on third party portals to enroll, update and terminate employees benefit coverages.
- Responsible for monthly/yearly remittances and reconciliations for provincial and federal taxes, workers compensation, provincial health taxes and related payroll vendor payments.
- Ensures all payroll changes and processes are completed according to Collective Agreement(s) and within the guidelines of legislative requirements.
- Produces weekly, monthly, and ad hoc reports as needed.
- Assists in completing account reconciliations, analysis, financial and payroll audit support and other ad hoc payroll-related requests.
- Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Who You Are:

- Collaborative: You build relationships seamlessly, seeking diverse perspectives and fostering effective communication.
- A strong communicator: You have the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse set of internal and external stakeholders. Your clear communication style ensures that ideas are conveyed succinctly, information is understood, and interactions with counterparties are conducted with clarity and professionalism.
- Methodical and organized: You can effectively prioritize tasks in our fast-paced environment, showcasing strong organizational skills. Your structured approach allows you to manage tasks efficiently, allocate time wisely, and maintain order while ensuring that our deadlines are consistently met.

Qualifications and Experience
- Completion of Post-Secondary Degree/Diploma in Business, Finance, or Accounting.
- Payroll Compliance Practitioner designation is required along with membership with the Canadian Payroll Association (CPA).
- Working knowledge of the Workday Payroll, Benefits and Time & Attendance modules
- Two to three years full cycle payroll and related financial experience required.
- Working knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation. US working knowledge of US payroll legislation is an asset.
- Workday experience considered an asset.
- Strong Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Strong organization skills and highly detail-oriented, with a focus on quality and accuracy.

What’s In It for You:
Our employees are the driving force behind our achievements. We are unwavering in our commitment to not only recognise your contributions but also to empower you to excel in every aspect of your life. Here's a glimpse of why Northland is the place where you'll truly thrive:
- Presence with purpose - You can take advantage of our hybrid model (team-dependent, you work from wherever makes you most comfortable). Our Workplace Reimagined framework also offers flex time so you can define your work schedule within certain parameters.-
- Thoughtful benefits - A competitive RRSP matching scheme of 8%; extended health, dental and vision benefits for yourself and your immediate family from day one; paid parental leave; Accident and Life Insurance and disability benefits are just a few of the benefits you’ll be able to access.-
- Wellbeing first - Staying true to our _taking care of ourselves and each other _value,