Advisor, Payroll & HR

TransAlta•Perth, WA

14h

About The Position

TransAlta Corporation is one of Canada’s largest publicly traded power generators, owning and operating a diverse fleet across Canada, the United States and Australia. With over a century of experience, we focus on fostering a strong sense of purpose, delivering impactful results and embracing continuous learning. In a rapidly changing industry, we unite as a high-performing team of experts and leverage diverse perspectives to find innovative power solutions. For more information about TransAlta, visit our website www.transalta.com/careers. TransAlta operates and maintains 6 Power Stations in Western Australia. With a nearly 30-year history in the Western Australia, we provide safe, clean and reliable power to large mining and industrial customers and have invested significantly in stable, long-term contracts. Reporting to the Sr. Business Partner, HR with a dotted line to the Group Manager, Finance & Business Services, you will be accountable for the accurate and timely preparation of the payroll for all Australian Operations. You will be accountable to run end-to-end payroll using ADP Payforce, understand and adhere to current legislative requirements and make recommendations to the business, and provide a high standard of accuracy and communication to employees.

Requirements

Experienced payroll professional with minimum 5 years’ experience.
Strong interpersonal and organisational skills with ability to multi-task.
Proficient in Microsoft Suite and experience with ADP Payforce and SAP 4/HANA highly desired.
Strong communication skills with the ability to manage a broad range of daily activities and deadlines.
Expectations to work with a high degree of professionalism, discretion, confidentiality, and independence.
Efficiency, sound judgment, self-composure and a positive attitude are essential attributes for success.

Responsibilities

Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing for all employees across Australia using ADP Payforce.
Prepare and reconcile year-end reporting and quarterly ensuring compliance with federal and state requirements.
Prepare and reconcile monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
Prepare and process month-end journal entries.
Accountable to ensure all payroll obligations are met, including taxes, superannuation, and statutory reporting.
Issue resolution and analysis including resolving employee queries and addressing variances.
System expertise and continuous improvement by acting as ADP Payforce SME and collaborating IT on updates and enhancements.
Develop and execute test scripts for legislative changes, tax updates, and new configurations.
Support HR and Finance teams with ad hoc payroll-related requests.
Provide administration support to the Sr. Business Partner, HR, which may include support for confidential HR investigations, wellness and culture initiatives, special projects, and other workplace related matters.