Payroll Process Lead

Job Responsibility:

You belong at Day & Ross.

Payroll Process LeadFull-timeHartland, NB

The Payroll Process Lead will be responsible for processing salaried payroll and act as a back up for hourly payroll. This role will also support the payroll team to improve processes, auditing of data, system testing and enhancement execution.

How You'll Help

• Leads payroll team to review payroll process and procedures, to identify better processes and to implement the changes.
• Leads the biweekly processing of salaried payroll
• Provides guidance and training to Payroll Team on payroll processes and tools.
• Participates in the hiring, development, performance management of staff and provides support, mentoring and leadership on an ongoing basis to ensure that the department achieves high performance standards and builds employee confidence.
• Assumes responsibility for all job duties identified in the for the manager of payroll in their absence.
• Establishes and develops relationships with key internal and external stakeholders including HR, IT, Finance, Union groups and government agencies.
• Oversees payroll system issues and collaborates with IT to make improvements and upgrades. Leads special projects as they relate to Payroll.
• Investigates software issues and reports to IT if unable to solve.
• Responsible for the preparation of year-end documentation, such as T-4s
• Other payroll related duties as required.

Your Skills & Experience:

• Post secondary education, preferably in payroll administration, business or office administration.
• A suitable combination of education and experience may also be considered.
• Certification with National Payroll Institute an asset.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience processing payroll and related reporting and administration.
• Previous experience in the transportation industry an asset.
• Strong inclination towards working with numbers and data.
• Ability to work well in a cyclical, deadline driven environment.
• Strong computer skills, including accurate data entry and knowledge of MS Outlook, Excel and Word, as well as the logic of payroll-related software.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong interpersonal and customer relationship skills.
• Results focused.
• Good problem solving and continuous improvement thinking skill.
• Experience with Oracle HCM an asset

To apply, visit our Careers page at dayross.com .

If you're chosen for the role, you'll be asked to provide reference and criminal background checks before employment. You'll only be contacted if you're selected for an interview.

About Day & Ross

From a single truckload of potatoes in the 1950s to a fleet of thousands, Day & Ross has grown to become one of the largest transportation and logistics providers in North America. With over 7,500 team members on and off the road in the US and Canada, we offer a diversified portfolio of freight and delivery solutions, including LTL, Truckload, Residential, Dedicated Fleet Solutions, and Logistics.

We believe our people are our greatest strength. For over a decade, we've been recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies. We've also been named a Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation since 2018. Our recognition reflects the family values we share with our parent company, McCain Foods Limited.

As a federally regulated employer, Day & Ross fully supports the principles of employment equity and encourages all qualified members of the designated groups to apply. Day & Ross is committed to ensuring equal access and participation for people with disabilities and meeting their needs in a timely manner. We will do so by removing and preventing barriers to accessibility and by meeting our accessibility requirements under Accessible Canada Regulations and in alignment with our business practices, capabilities, and values.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Payroll: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Hartland, NB