Payroll Manager

Our client, an energy company, is currently seeking a Payroll Manager for a 12-month contract (likely to extend to 24 months and/or convert to full time). The role is hybrid in office in Calgary.

Responsibilities include:

• Manage overall payroll operations and provide hands on support to ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll and time for all employees (salaried, fixed rate, temporary, expatriates).
• Oversee and manage all aspects of SAP Time and Schedule including queries, configuration, and maintenance of schedules.
• Develop and maintain payroll policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with federal, provincial, and local laws, as well as company policies.
• Conduct audits of payroll data, ensuring accuracy.  Investigate data discrepancies/errors and resolve in a timely manner.
• Prepare and submit payroll reports, including year-end tax forms, to government authorities and internal stakeholders.
• Oversee the maintenance of payroll software, ensuring it aligns with Canadian payroll regulations and internal policies.
• Collaborate with external auditors during payroll audits and ensure compliance with audit requirements.
• Coach, mentor, and develop payroll team members.
• Seeks opportunities to improve/enhance payroll and time processes/

Qualifications:

• PCP or CPM certified
• Oil and gas industry experience is strongly preferred
• Experience using SAP (or another large ERP system) and working with external payroll providers like Ceridian and ADP
• Experience processing payroll in Canada, specifically in Ontario, British Columbia and Alberta
• 5+ years of experience managing teams

If you are qualified and interested in discussing this role in more detail, please submit your resume to Michelle Campanaro at michelle@ifgpr.com.