We are seeking a Sr. Payroll Specialist based in our Milton, Ontario location to join the Total Rewards team.

Ready to help build a better future for generations to come?

In an ever-changing, fast paced world, we owe it to ourselves and our future generations to live life responsibly. At ROCKWOOL, we work relentlessly to enrich modern living through our innovative stone wool solutions.

Join us and make a difference!

What you will be doing:

Assist in the development of NA payroll services including process design, internal team development, vendor management and system enhancements to ensure optimal performance in the delivery of payroll services
Oversee payroll operations, including ensuring accurate and efficient payroll processing such as taxes, garnishments, benefit deductions, health and welfare contributions, payroll accounting
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations and policies regarding payments of wages, tax withholding, garnishments, and employee elected deductions
Stay up-to-date with rules, regulations and any guidelines related to payroll and tax legislation
Accountable for maintaining controls and compliance of the overall payroll process
Assist in the develop continuous strategic process improvements to maintain the accuracy, quality, efficiency and overall effectiveness of the payroll process, and decrease risk of errors
Assist in the deployment of new tools, systems, processes to enhance the quality, efficiency and delivery of payroll processes
Support all timekeeping and ancillary areas
Project manage systems upgrades and enhancements as needed
Respond to inquiries received through the HR helpline.

What you bring:

5+ years of experience working in a progressive payroll position within a corporate, or similar, environment
Solid knowledge of core, end-to-end payroll processes and procedures including controls
Advanced project management skills
Must perform well in high-energy, dynamic and team-oriented environments
Effective organization and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to project deadlines
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to establish working relationships with individuals at various levels within the organization
High degree of initiative, mature judgment and discretion
Knowledge of related tax rules and regulations required
Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), and Zendesk a plus
Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills
Strong sense of urgency, accountability and result oriented
Strong analytical skills: ability to think big, act small and scale fast
Superior detail orientation: values accuracy and has high standards around quality of work
Prior experience with Dayforce required
Prior experience with Workday a plus
Prior Canada or US payroll processing experience a must
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field preferred
CEBS, CBP, or CPP accreditation is a plus
Certified Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) or working towards the certification.

What we offer:

Competitive salary
Comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Massage Therapy & more
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
Retirement Pension Matching Program
Work/Life Balance
Life and Disability Programs
Educational Assistance
Top up plans for maternity and paternity leave
Fitness Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Who we are

We are the world leader in stone wool solutions. Founded in 1937 in Denmark, we transform volcanic rock into safe, sustainable products that help people and communities thrive. We are a global company with more than 12,000 employees, located in 40+ countries with 51 manufacturing facilities… all focused on one common purpose – to release the natural power of stone to enrich modern living.

Sustainability is central to our business strategy. ROCKWOOL was one of the first companies to commit to actively contributing to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s) framework and are actively committed to 11 SDGs, including SDG 14, Life Below Water. Through our partnership with the One Ocean Foundation and in connection with our sponsorship of the Denmark SailGP team, we will help raise awareness around ocean health challenges in an effort to accelerate solutions to protect it.

Work Environment & Conditions:

Our offices are thoughtfully designed to foster collaboration, creativity, and opportunities for social engagement, allowing employees to find balance and bring their best selves to work.
ROCKWOOL believes in giving back to the communities where we operate. Our offices worldwide engage in philanthropic initiatives, community involvement, and sustainability efforts that contribute to improving society and the environment. We encourage our employees to get involved and make a positive impact in the communities we serve.

Diverse and Inclusive Culture

We want all our people to feel valued, respected, included and heard. We employ 79 different nationalities worldwide and are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees, promote diversity, and work against all forms of discrimination among ROCKWOOL employees.

At ROCKWOOL, you will experience a friendly team environment. Our culture is very important to us. In fact, we refer to our culture as “The ROCKWOOL Way”. This is the foundation in which we operate and is based upon our values of ambition, responsibility, integrity and efficiency.

ROCKWOOL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified candidates without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Casual dress
Company events
Company pension
Dental care
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Paid time off
RRSP match
Tuition reimbursement
Vision care

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
No weekends

Application question(s):

Are you a certified Professional Compliance Professional (PCP) or working towards the certification ?

Experience:

Payroll: 5 years (required)
Ceridian Dayforce: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person

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