Audit Officer- 12 Month Contract - Edmonton, Canada - Canadian National Railway

Canadian National Railway

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Edmonton, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

At CN, everyday brings new and exciting challenges.

You can expect an interesting environment where you're part of making sure our business is running optimally and safely―helping keep the economy on track.

We provide the kind of paid training and opportunities that long-term careers are built on and we recognize hard workers who strive to make a difference.

You will be able to thrive in our close-knit, safety-focused culture working together as ONE TEAM. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us

Note:
this is a 12 month contract role

Job Summary

The Audit Officer is responsible for the management of day-to-day time claim submissions by train operations crew across Canada and manages unionized Timekeepers and Senior Timekeepers in order to meet CN's service commitments.

The role ensures timely management of train operations crew submissions for mileage claims and other expenditures in accordance with the provisions of multiple operating collective agreements.

The role oversees the approval process of claim submissions and acts as an escalation point for pay audit issues.

Furthermore, the incumbent provides direction to unionized Unifor and Teamsters employees as well as Front Line Supervisors and Operations Managers.

Main Responsibilities
Leadership

Communicate company goals and policies to create clear understanding of direction and expectations
Provide direction to a team of unionized employees including proper procedures and practices associated with Pay Audit function
Conduct investigations per collective agreement and issue discipline in collaboration with function's leadership team
Develop and sustain the right employee behaviours with feedback, recognition, reinforcement and coaching
Determine workload for Pay Audit staff and reprioritize as required
Ensure clear expectations are met amongst the unionized workforce (e.g. minimum number of adjustments, policy is followed)

Decision Making, Reporting and Cost Improvement

Build compliance and improve budget results through regular efficiency tests and interactions with staff
Provide feedback to subordinates and act on noncompliant behaviour
Train, audit and enforce Standard Operating Procedures
Maintain teamwork and order amongst Timekeeping staff, Crew Management employees and staff, and Transportation employees and managers by acting with a sense of urgency to respond to issues as they may arise
Use operational data in CN systems to identify opportunities to improve asset utilization and service reliability
Report accurate and timely expenses and trends
Identify ways to reduce claim costs, manage, monitor and improve budget
Review job bulletins and look for operational improvements to help improve asset utilization

Collaboration

Act as a liaison between CN and the union membership by providing clear guidance on time claim submission through educational notices
Work collaboratively with various unions to address underlying issues and take proactive steps to address them
Respond on behalf of the organization in regard to alleged collective agreement violations
Work with the Human Resources Business Partners to ensure that the best audit practices are put forth when reviewing time claims

Working Conditions

The role has irregular working hours in an office environment and the incumbent must be available to work shifts and weekends when necessary including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure and manage stress.

Requirements:

Experience

Audit

Minimum 2 years of experience as a Timekeeper, Senior Timekeeper or Crew Dispatcher
Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience in a unionized environment

Education/Certification/Designation

High School Diploma
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Accounting, or equivalent
Any designation for these above would be considered as an asset

Competencies

Identifies risks and anticipates impacts to ensure a safe and secure environment
Cultivates relationships
Collaborates with key internal stakeholders to enable higher productivity
Inspires others with impactful communications and adapts to the audience
Leverages feedback and coaching to improve performance
Makes informed and timely decisions to get things done
Applies analytical thinking to make recommendations that pursue sustainable performance
Deals with pressure and change by staying calm to quickly adapt to changes

Technical Skills/Knowledge

Knowledge of operating collective agreements, procedures and policies including time claim submissions process and local agreements
Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel and Word)
Knowledge of Systems Requirements Specifications (SRS), Systems, Applications and Products (SAP), Performance Assessment Process (PAP), and CATSONL

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