Payroll Specialist - Lower Sackville, Canada - Municipal Group of Companies

Municipal Group of Companies

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Lower Sackville, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

The Municipal Group of Companies, based in Bedford Nova Scotia, is a large diversified organization engaged in all major aspects of the heavy civil construction, mining and environmental services within the Atlantic Provinces.

We are currently seeking the expertise of an SAP ERP Payroll Specialist.

Position Summary

In this role you will assist in the conversion from our current payroll system to our new SAP system out of our office in Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia.

You will be responsible in the preparation and development of accurate and timely payroll information and processes for new hires, status changes and terminations.

Other responsibilities will include providing administrative support, maintaining employee files, and handling inquiries from various levels of staff/external clients. This will initially be a maternity leave position, however there is a strong possibility for full time employment.

Duties and Responsibilities

Compile payroll data such as garnishments, vacation time, insurance, and other deductions.
Ensure hours are categorized and allocated to correct cost centers.
Extract timesheets and review work hours for completeness and accuracy.
Create payroll profiles for all new employees as advised by HR.
Maintain employee files up to date.
Help in developing new payroll processes.
Help with training and developing current staff.
Other duties as assigned.

Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

College diploma in a related discipline or related experience
Minimum 5 years' experience in Payroll.
Knowledge of Payroll compliance for Newfoundland, New Brunswick, Quebec, and Nova Scotia would be considered an asset.
Completion of the Canadian Payroll Association Certification (PCP or CPM)
Demonstrated knowledge of SAP
S4 Hana, Employee Central (Success factors) and Employee Central Payroll.
Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Strong attention to detail and organization skills.
Able to maintain confidential information.

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