Job Description: At TransLink we are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace, recognizing the unique value and skills every individual brings. Leads and advises on all processes and reconciliation of biweekly time capture and full cycle payrolls in accordance with policy, collective agreements, pension and benefit plans, and payroll legislation, rules and regulations. Audits and provides signing authority for remittances of premiums and payments to government and other external stakeholders, and also plans and coordinates year-end payroll activities. Participates in the development of payroll and systems related projects, designed to support business process improvements. Provides advice and consults with business leaders on payroll matters. Conducts analysis and research; prepares data, information and reports for management and other business stakeholders. Develops and supervises a team of reporting staff. Job Responsibilities: Continuously reviews payroll processes and procedures using LEAN methodology. Identifies and makes recommendations on opportunities to improve data management, payroll processes, audits, and day-to-day efficiencies, while also ensuring data integrity Participates as a subject matter expert in development of payroll and system projects, advising on all aspects of time capture and payroll processes to support objectives of each initiative. Troubleshoots root cause of systems issues, provides creative solutions, and engages in implementation of system changes, including user acceptance testing. Plans and coordinates year-end payroll activities, balancing, analyzing and correcting various records, including multiple accruals, setting up pay schedules, benefit deductions and elections and related records for the year. Provides advice and consults with business leaders on time capture and payroll matters. Conducts research, carries out analysis, prepares data and information, and develops reports for management and other business stakeholders. Leads and advises on all processes and reconciliation of biweekly time capture and full cycle payrolls carried out by reporting unionized staff. Analyzes audit reports for data integrity and accuracy within established deadlines. Ensures all payrolls are authorized, verified and processed in accordance with policy, collective agreements, pension and benefit plans, and payroll legislation, rules and regulations. Verifies and provides signing authority for deductions and remittance of premiums and payments to benefit carriers, government agencies, Public Service Pension Plan, law courts, social clubs and United Way, ensuring accurate and timely reconciliation and reporting. Provides input to development of department planning, with emphasis on all aspects of time capture and payroll process and related challenges and opportunities. Continuously adapts work plans to meet tight deadlines and provide adequate coverage during staff absences. Supervises and advises unionized staff in their daily tasks and encourages teamwork. Includes training, coaching, development, performance assessment and timely feedback. Job Requirements: The requirements for this job are acquired through an undergraduate degree in finance or related discipline, and achievement of a payroll designation through Canadian Payroll Association (with Payroll Manager Certification in progress), plus five (5) years’ experience in web-based payroll administration at progressive levels of responsibility, including supervision of staff. Solid interpersonal and communication skills with ability to provide payroll-related advice, information and support to management and staff; and to liaise externally with government and other stakeholders on payroll matters Solid supervisory skills, with ability to develop a team of reporting staff Advanced knowledge of the concepts, principles, practices and techniques of payroll processing, with emphasis on understanding the flow of transactions in an integrated and automated payroll accounting system Solid planning, organization, and time management skills with ability to develop and adapt work plans to constantly changing priorities, and multi-task on a wide range of issues while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail Solid analytical skills with ability to ensure accuracy of payroll processing, identify opportunities to optimize payroll processes and procedures, and to conduct analysis and prepare data, information and reports Solid problem solving and decision-making skills with ability to assess the root cause of payroll and system issues, and address day-to-day payroll challenges Job Details: Company: Translink Vacancy Type: Full Time Job Location: Vancouver, BC, CA Application Deadline: N/A Apply Here careerstrivia.net
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