Payroll Specialist

Bison Transport • Winnipeg, MB

5d • Remote

About The Position

As a Payroll Specialist, you will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of Canadian and U.S. payrolls for Company Drivers, Owner Operators, Mechanics, and Hourly Office employees. This role requires a strong understanding of payroll processes and compliance requirements, with primary accountability for completing all activities necessary to finalize assigned payrolls. Additional responsibilities include preparing Records of Employment (ROEs), conducting employment verifications, responding to payroll-related inquiries, and supporting payroll accuracy through ongoing monitoring and auditing. The Payroll Specialist will also develop cross-functional knowledge of all payroll streams to provide backup support as required.

Requirements

• 2-3 years’ experience in payroll, including multi-state U.S. payroll processing.
• Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation is required.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

• Post-secondary education related to payroll, accounting, or a related field is considered an asset.
• Previous experience in the transportation/logistics industry is preferred, but not required.
• Strong understanding of payroll legislation across Canadian and U.S. jurisdictions considered an asset.
• Experience with Great Plains and/or TMW software is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Process end-to-end payroll for company drivers across Canadian and US operations, including multi-state US payroll.
• Ensure all employees are paid in accordance with their assigned pay scales, contracts and offer letters.
• Ensure all calculations, deductions, and remittances are accurate and processed within strict deadlines.
• Verify and correct any move #’s for the weekly pay period.
• Settle miles/hours for the pay period and export into the Payroll program.
• Ensure all orientation and Miscellaneous Pay is downloaded properly.
• Enter and validate all miscellaneous deductions into the Payroll program.
• Collect and import employee’s earnings into the Payroll program.
• Investigate exception reports for missing legs and/or miles.
• Calculate and process vacation pay.
• Complete employee verifications.
• Prepare Record of Employment (ROEs) for terminated employees.
• Handle employee inquiries regarding payroll matters across both Canadian and US payroll.
• Manage garnishments in accordance with applicable jurisdictional requirements.
• Process bonus payouts.
• Assist in year-end processes.
• Participate in additional projects as assigned by the Payroll Manager/Supervisor.
• Provide cross-training on other payrolls to provide support and backup as required.
• Provide guidance and instruction to Payroll Administrators.

Benefits

• Supportive team that provides coaching and training to help develop your skills and progress your career
• Dispersed work environments that promote a healthy work-life balance
• Meaningful and impactful work and projects with an essential service provider
• Engaging Wellness Program & extracurricular sports teams

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree