Job Description

Job Summary

Effectively manage the full cycle for payroll and benefits deductions processing and related payroll administration activities for employees of the Company. Provide effective payroll-related communications and solutions to all stakeholders in operations. Promote and lead continuous improvement initiatives in payroll processing by researching and implementing best practices which are viable and cost effective.

Duties and Responsibilities:

- Manage the preparation, calculation and disbursement of wages and salaries for company employees and ensure the integrity of payroll related information on all systems as it relates to payroll processing.
- Establish policies and procedures to ensure that payroll is properly prepared and distributed and that all accounting procedures (journal entries and payroll account reconciliation’s) are accurate and meet internal and external audit requirements.
- Ensure accurate and complete personnel and payroll files are maintained for all employees and respond to employee queries concerning payroll and benefits deductions matters and benefits expense queries in a professional and discrete manner.
- Implement and administer the company’s employee perks programs including, but not limited to, group life insurance, medical, dental, disability, pension, profit sharing, group RRSP’s, WCB,



and union dues as they pertain to payroll.
- Ensure related materials and documentation with respect to payroll and withholdings/deductions are effectively communicated to employees when changes occur.
- Collaborate with human resources staff on issues impacting payroll processing or related payroll information requirements.
- Identify opportunities for procedural improvements and implement approved changes.
- Perform due diligence on employee terminations as they pertain to payroll processing ensuring full compliance with all payroll taxation regulations.
- Coach and mentor a staff member to be a competent back-up to the Payroll Administrator for ensure continuity during periods of absence.
- Complete year-end reporting requirements in a timely manner.
- Other related duties as assigned by the Manager, Human Resources, or his/her designate.

This is a fully remote professional position. The incumbent is expected to maintain a dedicated, secure, and ergonomically appropriate home office environment with reliable high-speed internet connectivity. This role requires the ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining regular communication with colleagues and stakeholders through virtual collaboration tools.

📌 Payroll Specialist I (Calgary)
🏢 Carlisle
📍 Calgary