Company Bio:

Applus+ is a global leader in the Testing, Inspection and Certification sector delivering non-destructive testing, inspection, engineering, and manpower services to the aerospace, power, and, oil and gas industries. We are a trusted partner who enhances the quality and safety of our clients’ assets and infrastructures while safeguarding their operations. We deliver this through our technical capabilities, innovative approach, and our motivated team who are committed to operational excellence.

Applus+ has achieved a significant global presence and a leading position in its target markets and regions. As a result, our teams have expanded with 19,000 professionals across the world, attracting the very best talent in the industry.

Together beyond standards.

Position Purpose:

Overall duty of this position is to support the timely and accurate administration and processing of the weekly, full-cycle payroll process. The Payroll Team Lead ensures legislative reporting and union requirements are met in compliance with company policies, corporate governance, collective agreements and legislative requirements.

Due to the restrictive timelines involved with this position, overtime may occasionally be required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for the daily operations of the payroll team.
Assists with payroll projects as they relate to payroll software and operational procedures.
Responsible for the processing of the weekly payroll for approximate 400-600 salaried and hourly employees with both Union and Non-Union classifications.
Ensures the maintenance of payroll documentation.
Processes personnel transactions such as new hire, termination, leave of absence, benefits, union deductions, garnishments, salary changes, etc.
Reconciles and researches payroll discrepancies; processes adjustments as required.
Performs account reconciliation and remittance for government agencies and third-party stakeholders.
Processes annual T4 statements, T2200 forms and other government reporting as required.
Supports the Payroll Administrator in the collection of weekly timesheets and processing data entry in HRIS.
Serves as a first point of contact for payroll related inquiries from employees and managers.
Ensures compliance with company policies, corporate governance procedures, collective agreements and legislative government requirements.
Maintains strict confidentiality of employee information and compensation practices.
Maintains payroll records and files ensuring employee payroll information is current and accurate.
Adheres to organizational policies and procedures, including but not limited to Applus
Code of Ethics and Confidentiality Agreements.
Other duties may be assigned as deemed necessary.

Knowledge and Skills:

Firmly adheres to the values and ethics of Applus. Exhibits honesty, discretion, confidentiality, and sound judgment.
Solid understanding of payroll procedures including demonstrated experience in legislation interpretation; knowledgeable of federal and provincial payroll regulations and related tax law and employment standards application.
Strong understanding of HRIS software.
Ability to problem solve including identifying issues and finding a resolution in a timely manner.
Strong verbal and written communication skills matched with the ability to negotiate and build relationships with key stakeholders.
Excellent customer service focus, ability to quickly build strong working relationships with business partners and colleagues.
Strong verbal and written communication skills matched with the ability to negotiate and build relationships with key stakeholders.
A sense of urgency, good attention to detail, excellent organizational and analytical skills,
pragmatic, eager to learn.
Have the ability to establish and maintain effective and professional relationships with other management staff, employees, and the general public.
Adapt in a fast-paced environment with the ability to manage competing priorities and multi-task with minimal supervision.
Ability to excel in a team environment.
Strong computer skills in MS Office and other software applications.

Education and Work Experience:

National Payroll Institute (PCP) designation required.
5+ years’ experience in Payroll administration.
Multi-provincial and union payroll experience required.
ADP WFN experienced preferred.
Equivalent experience combined with other formal training and accreditations may be accepted.

Working Conditions:

The physical environment requires the employee to work inside an office environment, protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.
The work is primarily sedentary.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
Work outside of normal business hours will be occasionally required.
Overtime required during the week and weekend with work volume.
Ability to be flexible with work schedules and respond to requests without advance warning or notification.
Occasional to frequent travel will be required within Canada.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels valued and respected. We will consider accessibility accommodations to applicants upon request.

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