JOB SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Payroll Manager, the Payroll Coordinator is responsible for ensuring the weekly payroll, including hourly, salary, union/non-union employees, is processed within established timelines outlined in payroll policies, collective agreements and business requirements.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Set up new hires, department codes, process employee changes, terminations, leaves of absence, travel allowances, garnishments and other miscellaneous paperwork.
· Review inquiries to the Payroll inbox. Investigate inquiries and take necessary actions to resolve them.
· Responsible to check the accuracy of all timecards, travel cards, and adjustments summary sheets. Verify and ensure entitlement for overtime, shift premiums, interpreted accurately according to union agreements.
· Provide payroll support to employees and supervisors where needed.
· Review and verify employee changes and payroll changes for accuracy.
· Review hours worked and ensure all hours are approved
· Maintain processing schedules and checklists
· Review reports to ensure the integrity and completeness of payroll information, identifying and correcting discrepancies.
· In coordination with the Payroll Manager, look for ways to streamline and optimize payroll processes.
· Partner with the Payroll Manager in payroll year-end processes
· File employee paperwork as needed.
· Other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:
· Experience with ADP WFN is required.
· Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP)
· Minimum 5 years’ experience in processing unionized payroll
· Proficient with MS Office, specifically excel.
· Strong verbal and written communication skills
· Must be forward thinking and able to adapt to change.
· Strong attention to detail and a consistent high level of accuracy
· Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, within tight deadlines and to exercise tact and discretion in dealing with confidential information.
· Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and a hands-on approach.
· Demonstrated ability to build effective working relationships in a team-oriented environment.
NPL Canada is committed to Employment Equity and Diversity. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of national origin, race, religion, ethnic group, age, disability, gender, sexual preference, sexual or gender identity, status as a veteran or any other federal, provincial or local protected class.
We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request from candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
