Senior Payroll Administrator - Michels Canada

Senior Payroll Administrator

Full-time Permanent

Nisku, AB

Work with people who treat you like friends.

Imagine an office where everyone is watching out for you because they know you’re watching out for them. Our company sees construction as a team sport, so we care about each other as a team. That level of caring filters through investments in local community groups and charities because we also care about the communities we work in.

Michels Canada empowers your personal and professional growth, equipping you with the tools and support needed to create impactful solutions that shape a better future for others. 

About us

Michels Canada is a nationally recognized general contractor specializing in energy, infrastructure, and construction. Headquartered in Nisku, Alberta, we also operate offices in British Columbia and Ontario. We are part of the Michels Family of Companies.

The Michels Family of Companies is a privately owned, global construction organization with operations across North America, Australia, Singapore, and Germany, headquartered in Brownsville, Wisconsin, USA.

Description:

The Senior Payroll Administrator is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll and union benefit administration while ensuring compliance with applicable legislation, collective bargaining agreements, and company policies. This position plays a key role in supporting payroll operations, maintaining data integrity, and providing exceptional service to employees and stakeholders.

The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical abilities, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to manage confidential information in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and promote a strong safety culture for all employees, vendors, and customers. Follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulations. Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.
• Coordinate and process payroll activities, including payroll processing, reporting, auditing, and year-end payroll activities.
• Review employment agreements, offer letters, and union benefit requirements to ensure contractual compliance.
• Support payroll system administration, including payroll setup, maintenance, and calculations.
• Maintain payroll records and perform data entry with a high degree of accuracy.
• Conduct payroll audits and investigate discrepancies to ensure accurate employee compensation.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for payroll and union benefit inquiries from employees and operational leaders.
• Develop, maintain, and analyze payroll reports utilizing various reporting tools and systems.
• Assist with regulatory reporting and compliance requirements.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and support implementation of best practices.
• Provide mentorship and training to team members while contributing to a collaborative and cross-functional department.
• Maintain knowledge of payroll legislation, prevailing wage requirements, and collective bargaining agreements.
• Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 5 years of payroll and/or union administration experience. Experience within construction, infrastructure, or industrial environments is preferred.
• PCP designation through the National Payroll Institute, or actively working toward designation.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience working with Workday.
• Experience supporting ERP implementations or payroll system enhancements.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Experience administering payroll for unionized workforces and working with Trimble Viewpoint and B2W systems will be considered an asset.

Benefits

We offer competitive total compensation, meaningful and challenging work, and an engaging and collaborative environment. For more information on our company, please visit our website at www.michelscanada.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted. For other opportunities at Michels Canada, join us at https://www.michelscanada.com/jobs/apply/.

It is our commitment to create a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless their race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, or ordinances. If you need assistance and /or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruitment process, please send us an email to: careers@michelscanada.com.

No recruitment agencies, please!

**Please be aware! **
 It has come to Michels Canada attention that job seekers have received false employment offers from individuals or organizations posing as Michels Canada. Please keep in mind these important tips:

• Michels Canada does not require payment from anyone seeking employment at any time during the recruitment and/or selection process.
• All recruitment email correspondence comes from email addresses displaying the correct spelling of our company name: @michelscanada.com or @michels.us.
• Formal offers of employment are only made once the recruitment and selection process are complete. Personal and banking information is NOT collected until you have been personally onboarded by our HR team.
• We do not extend any formal offers of employment or execute employment agreements through text messaging, social media, job posting websites or social chat platforms.

We take this matter seriously and are continuously working with the appropriate authorities. Please remain aware of this matter, report any suspicious outreach to your local authorities, and email any concerns to hrcompliance@michelscanada.com.

Please note: resumes sent to this email will not be considered; please apply directly to our current career opportunities at https://www.michelscanada.com/jobs/apply.

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