Payroll Administrator

Role Overview

Brunel is looking for a Payroll Administrator to manage accurate and timely payroll processes remotely from Calgary, AB. This contract role lasts one year with possible extension and offers an hourly rate of $45 to $60.

Key Responsibilities

• Support full-cycle payroll administration including calculating gross-to-net amounts, processing payroll, issuing payments, balancing payroll, and preparing journals.
• Prepare payroll worksheets related to new hires, terminations, leaves, returns from leave, adjustments, retroactive pay, and other employee transactions.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies in payroll and timesheets to ensure correct compensation.
• Handle timecard entries, validations, reviews, and labor charge allocations.
• Utilize and maintain Employee and Manager Self-Service portals within Workday.
• Monitor audit reports and administer employee records, timecard corrections, schedules, and payroll-related data updates.
• Ensure payroll records are accurate and support compliance, audit, and reporting needs.
• Collaborate with HR and Benefits teams regarding pay and benefits issues.
• Address payroll inquiries following privacy laws, payroll policies, and standards.
• Promptly manage and respond to payroll inbox requests professionally.
• Maintain positive cross-department relationships representing the payroll function.
• Keep updated on payroll legislation, regulations, and collective agreements influencing payroll processes.
• Contribute to system testing, process enhancements, and payroll projects.
• Perform additional assigned duties as necessary.

Qualifications

• Certified Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) or equivalent certification.
• 3 to 5 years of payroll experience handling the complete payroll cycle.
• At least 6 months experience with Workday Payroll and Workday Time Tracking modules.
• Experience processing payroll in complex organizations.
• Strong knowledge of payroll system design and capabilities.
• Familiarity with payroll legislation, compliance, and employee record management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong interest in leveraging digital tools to optimize payroll operations.
• Understanding of payroll accounting principles and reconciliations.
• Analytical problem-solving skills to identify and fix discrepancies.

Additional Information

Brunel offers global career opportunities through its network of 100+ offices in 42 countries, supported by 50 years of industry expertise in sectors including Renewable Energy, Automotive, Oil & Gas, Life Sciences, Mining, and Infrastructure. The company values safety, compliance, and quality while helping professionals develop their careers worldwide.