Payroll Lead, Hourly
Reporting to the Senior Payroll Manager, the Payroll Lead will be responsible for processing company payroll in a timely and accurate manner while in accordance with company and government policies.
This position is based in the Winnipeg or Edmonton office dependent on the selected candidate's place of residence.
What You Will Be Working On
- Review hourly payroll verifying accuracy and looking for process improvements
- Perform data validation on pay calculations for new hires, changes and terminations
- Perform data validation on source deductions, benefits, and WCB
- Review and resolve complex payroll issues, retroactive pay, corrections, and adjustments
- Serve as primary trainer and mentor for new payroll administrators
- Support payroll system testing, and updates related to collective agreement changes
- Maintain payroll procedures, job aids, and training documentation
- Ability to Interpret and apply collective agreements, payroll legislation, and organizational policies
- Liaise with staff and management on payroll system related inquiries.
- Maintain employee confidence and protect payroll operations by keeping information confidential
What We Are Looking For
- A minimum of 5 years payroll experience processing the full payroll cycle
- PCP designation and experience using an in-house payroll system are an asset
- Efficient with Excel, have data processing skills and can effectively deal with confidential information
- Excellent communication and leadership skills, customer service oriented and a team player
- Ability to manage a large volume of work and can consistently meet deadlines while ensuring high attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to forge, grow and maintain positive relationships with multiple groups
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet the time demands of unpredictable activities, capable of handling pressure and challenges in a dynamic business environment
- Ability to work within tight deadlines and prioritization of work to achieve them
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
For Those Who Seek to Redefine
The greatest achievements in history are borne from the greatness within people – where human potential meets vision, and passion fuels evolution. Unlocking this potential is the most important thing we do at Bird.
As a leader in Canadian construction for over 100 years, the impact of our team is etched deeply within the core of our legacy. Beyond Bird, this impact is felt in the fundamental aspects of our everyday lives. From the critical infrastructure we depend on, to the energy and resources that keep us moving - we are powering our communities and shaping Canada’s skylines coast-to-coast-to-coast. Entrenched in the foundation of a culture built more than a century ago is an enduring quest to reimagine what is possible. Our impact is greater than ever, and we are looking for those who seek to redefine their story.
What We Believe In
We Put Safety First
A healthy and safe work environment is non-negotiable. We build a culture of operational and psychological safety through engagement, learning and leadership.
We Lead With Honesty
We speak and act with integrity, clarity and care so people can trust our word and our work. Being honest means we can deliver the best outcomes and consistent results.
We Are Stronger Together
Success is a team effort. Our inclusive workplace enables our combined expertise, humility and creativity to unlock our greater potential.
We Are Driven To Do Great Work
We built our name on quality. We have a passion for excellence in our work and relationships that honours our businesses and our industry.
We Create Opportunity
Rooted in a solid foundation, we adapt and grow to face the future. We are committed to elevating each other to chart the best path forward in an evolving world.
At Bird, we value Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) and believe it is essential to our success. We will continue to listen, learn, and take action in our commitment to building progress in our organization, and the industry as a whole. Cultivating an environment where all employees feel included, seen, and have a sense of belonging is core to Bird’s culture. We commit to proactively employing a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work, fostering an environment of continuous learning, and never compromising on our values.