Senior Payroll Analyst

Scotiabank • Toronto, ON

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Payroll Analyst is responsible for supporting and providing guidance to Payroll Analysts on bi-weekly payroll processes and audits, manage complex employee inquiries, help identify process gaps, and suggest process improvements. You will also assist management with various projects, testing, KPI reporting, and the preparation of tax forms and other year-end accountabilities. This is a temporary full-time opportunity that will go until October 2027.

Requirements

• Post-secondary Degree or Diploma in Human Resouces, Accounting or Business or related field
• PCP or PLP Designation from the National Payroll Institute – Completed or in progress
• 3 to 5 years experience in a high volume complex payroll environment
• Large scale ERP experience preferrably with SAP and/or PeopleSoft HCM
• Strong knowledge of Federal and Provincial Employment Standards legislation
• Deep understanding and knowledge of Bank policies and procedures is an asset
• Strong knowledge of organizational structure and complexity
• Strong knowledge of payroll policies, processes and practices
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong attention to details and deadlines; ability to manage multiple priorities
• Experience with transaction processing and data management
• Intermediate to advanced Excel
• Strong analytical skills

Responsibilities

• Champion a customer focused culture to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems and knowledge
• Process complex payroll activities in a timely and accurate manner, ensuring the integrity of payroll data, and monthly reporting of KPIs
• Provide guidance and support to Payroll Analysts in completing and processing payroll activities and audits
• Assist Payroll Management with investigating and resolving discrepancies/errors, escalating for resolution where appropriate
• Assist with various payroll projects, testing, provide insights, and ensuring efficiency within SAP
• Assist with year-end activities and processes such as preparing tax slips, annual reconciliations and filings, and working with HR partners to ensure a successfully closing
• Ensure the processing and completion of all payroll data are in compliance with the Bank’s policies and procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Lead by example by being a champion in PEGA case management, delivering quality customer service and keeping our employees and client satisfaction top of mind, while delivering on our SLA and commitment to our customers

What This Job Offers

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