Payroll and Benefits Analyst

OSCO Construction Group•Saint John, NB

About The Position

This position is responsible for producing high quality, detailed work based on established standards, guidelines, and procedures. The Payroll Administrator processes accurate and timely payments to support our group of companies. In addition, they maintain employee benefit information within the payroll system as well as with the benefit providers. Exceptional time management and communication skills are critical as the ideal candidate must be able to multi-task, learn quickly and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in or interested in the Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certification
Detail-oriented coupled with proven sense of urgency and ability to balance priorities without sacrificing deadlines
Exceptional time management and organizational skills with ability to work well in an extremely fast-paced, deadline driven environment
Exceptional computer skills with proficiency in MS Office
Effective communication skills (both written and verbal) with management and peers
Solid interpersonal skills with the ability to work both collaboratively and independently when necessary

Nice To Haves

Kronos/UKG set up configuration is considered an asset.
exposure to JD Edwards and/or Kronos being considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Running and analyzing payrolls for a large group of companies
Adhering to payroll processes to ensure proper administration of these functions
Setups, changes, and termination of employees
Understanding government legislation and collective agreements and their effect on payroll
Ensuring all payroll and union forms are completed both accurately and timely
Various remittances for union dues, hours reports, and payroll taxes
Ensuring system integrity through careful set up and auditing
Statistics tracking and reporting as required
Managing 3rd party garnishments and remittances
Export weekly time from Kronos (UKG Dimensions) to payroll system (JDE)
Set up new pay rules/Collective Agreements
Troubleshoot issues with Operations Supervisors