Job Title: Payroll Analyst

Location: Toronto/GTA

About Us:

We are proud to say we are one of Forbes 2022 Canada’s Best Employers; here’s why!

Lactalis Canada is enriching and nurturing the lives of Canadians with a diverse offering of dairy products such as Black Diamond Cheese, Lactantia Milk, Astro Yogurt, Balderson Cheese, and Cheestrings; our products are in 95% of Canadian homes! For over 140 years we’ve grown through innovation and a strong dedication to quality, and we’re looking for like minded individuals to keep that growth progressing by joining our team!

We offer a hybrid working model to accommodate the evolving needs of our employees, allowing for flexible work-weeks with 40% work-from-home. Our office has a collaborative, newly renovated workspace with a number of amazing benefits; free parking, free coffee, free yummy Lactalis snacks, a free on-site gym and other great perks to provide the best possible environment for success!

About the opportunity:

The Payroll Analyst is responsible for the accurate and timely preparation and processing of the full cycle payrolls of the manufacturing plants in accordance with applicable government legislation and union agreements.

The attributes we are looking for:

Process weekly and bi-weekly payrolls in the payroll system software and perform payroll balance routines. Calculate and process manual payments as required. Analyze inconsistencies within payroll and resolve any issues and analyze data output for reasonability and accuracy. Also consult collective bargaining agreements to ensure correct interpretation.
Analyze and validate employee data flow transmitted between the HRIS, Timekeeping, and the payroll systems to ensure alignment.
Prepare remittances such as union dues, garnishments, and pension in accordance with legal and contractual requirements.
Prepare month-end accruals, account reconciliations, corrective payroll journal entries, preparation and remittance of various government forms (i.e., ROE, T4).
Conduct year-end functions and processes, adjustments, and produce T4s and R1s.
Develop adhoc custom reports by building relevant criteria in the payroll system’s reporting tool.
Respond to relevant departmental and employee queries and liaise with other departments to clarify, resolve, increase understanding and provide information when necessary.
Assist the Payroll department by identifying opportunities for improvements to processes and participating in monitoring key performance indicators and logging performance measures

What you will bring:

Education & Experience

· Post-secondary education, minimum of a college diploma, with a concentration in accounting or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience

· Completed Level 1 Canadian Payroll Association’s PCP program

· Minimum three (3) years direct experience in payroll administration in a high-volume complex union and non-union environment

· Required to be fluent in English, French language will be deemed an asset

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

· Team Player that brings a positive attitude and approach to a fast paced and ever-changing environment

· High attention to detail and data accuracy with strict adherence to security policies and handling of confidential information

· Excellent organizational and communication skills and ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast paced and ever-changing environment

· Ability to work effectively in a team as well as independently

· Ability to meet tight deadlines and problem solve.

· Proficient with related payroll software and reporting module, HRIS application, and Time Keeping application, as well as Microsoft Office products such as Excel and Word.

What Lactalis will offer:

Lactalis Canada believes in rewarding its people with the following comprehensive benefits package and perks:

· A Competitive Base Salary

· A Performance-Based Bonus System

· 4 Weeks of Vacation

· Benefits starting day 1

· A Pension Program with an Employer Match at 100% of up to 6%

· Tuition reimbursement plan of up to $3,000/year

· A Volunteer Day to give back to your community

· Learning and Development opportunities

· A commitment to internal career advancement with potential for international mobility

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion/EOE

Bring Your Uniqueness to Grow Our Culture

We believe each and every individual within the organization provides value. When we encourage and include the voices of all diverse backgrounds and perspectives, we open doors to unforeseen growth and allow individuals to bring their full authentic selves to work. In order to celebrate the uniqueness of our people and the communities in which we operate, we are committed to cultivating a fair and inclusive workplace that fosters real belonging for all.

Lactalis is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or testing, you should advise the member of the Talent Acquisition team in a timely fashion of any disabilities that requires accommodation measures in order to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Please note Lactalis Canada does not request a credit check or conduct other background checks through the LinkedIn application process. If any of the foregoing is required, a Lactalis Canada employee will contact you after a Job Offer has been signed by you.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Company events
Company pension
Dental care
Disability insurance
Discounted or free food
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site gym
On-site parking
Paid time off
Store discount
Tuition reimbursement
Vision care
Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

French not required

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

Bonus pay

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Etobicoke, ON M9C 5K7

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