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Job Description
The Opportunity:
ML6 has partnered with a local municipality in the search for a Payroll Supervisor to join their team on a 14-month contract.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Lead and manage the activities of the Payroll team.
- Set performance targets and task allocations through the Region’s Performance Management framework.
- Hire and evaluate staff, recommending training and development opportunities.
- Prepare all payroll and accounting reports, perform audits, and fulfill internal and external (legislative) reporting requirements.
- Supervise and manage the uploading of time data into the payroll system.
- Ensure accurate processing of payroll calculations and deductions, including taxes and garnishments.
- Guarantee timely and accurate processing of payroll payments (bi-weekly/weekly).
- Interpret, apply, and ensure adherence to relevant legislation, internal policies, and union agreements.
- Collaborate with IT to maintain accurate payroll processing through the SAP HR system, ensuring compliance with current legislation and testing SAP updates.
- Conduct or oversee research and analysis to implement new legislative requirements impacting payroll processes.
- Identify and implement process improvement initiatives and establish standards for new processes.
What You'll Need to Be Successful:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field and must have a PCP, PLP, or CPM designation.
- Minimum of five (5) years’ progressive experience in payroll and accounting.
- Excellent project planning skills and the ability to manage complex conflicting priorities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required to work effectively with senior management and Regional staff at all levels.
- Strong customer service, problem-solving, organizational, planning, communication, analytical, and negotiation skills are essential.
- Flexibility to accommodate changing priorities and tight deadlines.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
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