About the role
Who is Northstar?
Northstar Access is the leading provider of safe, temporary access solutions to construction and industrial markets across Canada. We provide end-to-end service (design, engineering, delivery, installation, rental, and sales), and our growing list of products include scaffolding, shoring, swing stages, edge protection, material hoists, and mast climbing work platforms. Northstar’s customers depend on them for high-quality products, exceptional installation services, industry-leading experience, and a dedicated focus on safety. Since 2012, Northstar has expanded from its original location in Southern Ontario, and now operates from 5 branches across Ontario, Manitoba, British Columbia and Alberta, employing more than 370 experienced professionals.
Who are we looking for:
We are looking for a Payroll Coordinator to join the Finance Team and work closely with the Human Resources Team. As a Payroll Coordinator, you will be responsible for processing multiple weekly payrolls across various Canadian provinces for both union and non-union employees. This position can be based out of Vancouver or Calgary.
Responsibilities:
- Process full cycle weekly payrolls run of 350+ employees, accurately and timely across multiple provinces (BC, MB, ONT) and unions, using Payworks
- Input, audit, and process payroll with varying complexities
- Update payroll and time keeping systems with all pertinent information for new employee set-ups, employment status changes, personal information changes, and payroll deduction changes
- Prepare payroll, ensure accuracy of hours, wage rates and time off calculations
- Set up source deductions – employee garnishments, taxable benefits, etc.
- Coordinate all incoming payroll data to the appropriate pay period
- Ensure compliance with policies, tax regulations and deduction laws
- Balance payroll input and submit the completed payroll to Payworks
- Respond to payroll enquiries from employees, colleagues, stakeholders and CRA and initiate action to correct errors and omissions
- Interact, communicate and resolve inquiries with external labour partners
- Prepare ROE’s, as required
- Administer deductions/remittances for court/government mandated garnishments
- Prepare monthly compliance filings and remittances (ie. Union reporting, WSIB, Source Deductions, EHT, Stats Can reports etc) by due dates
- Prepare weekly payroll reconciliation reports
- Ad-hoc Reporting as required for various departments
- Apply knowledge of relevant CBA, legislative changes to various payroll related activities to ensure all newly implemented changes are compliant (Union ratifications)
- Create the Journal Entries after each weekly pay run
- Investigate, analyze, and resolve system problems
- Year-end reconciliation and annual T4 filings
- Administration of general payroll related matters and any other duties, as assigned
Required Qualifications:
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Degree/Diploma in Business or Accounting
-
2+ years of experience using computerized payroll system
-
Experience in processing Union payroll is an asset
Required Skills:
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Knowledge of current Government legislation and payroll compliance (understanding of Canadian laws)
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Ability to interpret, apply, and explain complex legislation and collective agreement provisions relating to salary administration and union reporting
-
Demonstrated experience preparing T4’s, ROE’s, Year End and various payroll reports
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to respond to enquiries and complaints
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Very organized, analytical and strong attention to detail and confidential
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Excellent proven ability to solve complex problems and meet tight deadlines
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You demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, empathy, coupled with judgement, maturity and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
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Experience working in Excel, including VLOOKUP and pivot table functions
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with a job. Position responsibilities can be subject to change with the changing needs of the business.
About Northstar Access
Established in 1967, Northstar Access has grown to become one of the largest providers of scaffolding, shoring, swing stages, and other access solutions across Canada. Formerly known as Northstar Scaffold in ON & MB and as Sky-Hi Scaffolding in BC, our mission is to be the safest, most respected, trusted, and reliable provider of access solutions to construction and industrial markets across Canada.
Over the years, our company has gained an enviable reputation for versatility and innovation in the construction, access, shoring, fall protection and training fields. This is matched by the company's pride in delivering only the highest level of customer service and satisfaction.
With the innovative thinking of our erecting and manufacturing crews, we are able to make the impossible seem simple. Innovations such as our aluminum trusses and frames have been recognized as breakthrough products within the industry. In addition to manufacturing, leasing and selling standard scaffold materials, our experienced professionals will design and manufacture custom work and build parts if necessary to suit individual job requirements. All equipment is designed to meet both industries and our own high quality standards.
Northstar Access strives to keep itself on the leading edge of the industry, as new projects require the latest advances and changes in construction technology.
Visit our website to learn more: www.scaffolding.ca
About the role
Who is Northstar?
Northstar Access is the leading provider of safe, temporary access solutions to construction and industrial markets across Canada. We provide end-to-end service (design, engineering, delivery, installation, rental, and sales), and our growing list of products include scaffolding, shoring, swing stages, edge protection, material hoists, and mast climbing work platforms. Northstar’s customers depend on them for high-quality products, exceptional installation services, industry-leading experience, and a dedicated focus on safety. Since 2012, Northstar has expanded from its original location in Southern Ontario, and now operates from 5 branches across Ontario, Manitoba, British Columbia and Alberta, employing more than 370 experienced professionals.
Who are we looking for:
We are looking for a Payroll Coordinator to join the Finance Team and work closely with the Human Resources Team. As a Payroll Coordinator, you will be responsible for processing multiple weekly payrolls across various Canadian provinces for both union and non-union employees. This position can be based out of Vancouver or Calgary.
Responsibilities:
- Process full cycle weekly payrolls run of 350+ employees, accurately and timely across multiple provinces (BC, MB, ONT) and unions, using Payworks
- Input, audit, and process payroll with varying complexities
- Update payroll and time keeping systems with all pertinent information for new employee set-ups, employment status changes, personal information changes, and payroll deduction changes
- Prepare payroll, ensure accuracy of hours, wage rates and time off calculations
- Set up source deductions – employee garnishments, taxable benefits, etc.
- Coordinate all incoming payroll data to the appropriate pay period
- Ensure compliance with policies, tax regulations and deduction laws
- Balance payroll input and submit the completed payroll to Payworks
- Respond to payroll enquiries from employees, colleagues, stakeholders and CRA and initiate action to correct errors and omissions
- Interact, communicate and resolve inquiries with external labour partners
- Prepare ROE’s, as required
- Administer deductions/remittances for court/government mandated garnishments
- Prepare monthly compliance filings and remittances (ie. Union reporting, WSIB, Source Deductions, EHT, Stats Can reports etc) by due dates
- Prepare weekly payroll reconciliation reports
- Ad-hoc Reporting as required for various departments
- Apply knowledge of relevant CBA, legislative changes to various payroll related activities to ensure all newly implemented changes are compliant (Union ratifications)
- Create the Journal Entries after each weekly pay run
- Investigate, analyze, and resolve system problems
- Year-end reconciliation and annual T4 filings
- Administration of general payroll related matters and any other duties, as assigned
Required Qualifications:
-
Degree/Diploma in Business or Accounting
-
2+ years of experience using computerized payroll system
-
Experience in processing Union payroll is an asset
Required Skills:
-
Knowledge of current Government legislation and payroll compliance (understanding of Canadian laws)
-
Ability to interpret, apply, and explain complex legislation and collective agreement provisions relating to salary administration and union reporting
-
Demonstrated experience preparing T4’s, ROE’s, Year End and various payroll reports
-
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to respond to enquiries and complaints
-
Very organized, analytical and strong attention to detail and confidential
-
Excellent proven ability to solve complex problems and meet tight deadlines
-
You demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, empathy, coupled with judgement, maturity and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
-
Experience working in Excel, including VLOOKUP and pivot table functions
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with a job. Position responsibilities can be subject to change with the changing needs of the business.
About Northstar Access
Established in 1967, Northstar Access has grown to become one of the largest providers of scaffolding, shoring, swing stages, and other access solutions across Canada. Formerly known as Northstar Scaffold in ON & MB and as Sky-Hi Scaffolding in BC, our mission is to be the safest, most respected, trusted, and reliable provider of access solutions to construction and industrial markets across Canada.
Over the years, our company has gained an enviable reputation for versatility and innovation in the construction, access, shoring, fall protection and training fields. This is matched by the company's pride in delivering only the highest level of customer service and satisfaction.
With the innovative thinking of our erecting and manufacturing crews, we are able to make the impossible seem simple. Innovations such as our aluminum trusses and frames have been recognized as breakthrough products within the industry. In addition to manufacturing, leasing and selling standard scaffold materials, our experienced professionals will design and manufacture custom work and build parts if necessary to suit individual job requirements. All equipment is designed to meet both industries and our own high quality standards.
Northstar Access strives to keep itself on the leading edge of the industry, as new projects require the latest advances and changes in construction technology.
Visit our website to learn more: www.scaffolding.ca