Certified Payroll Professional

Payroll is About More than a Paycheque.Behind every paycheque is a person counting on us to get it right.At Canalta's Corporate Home Office, our Payroll team supports a large and diverse workforce across our businesses in Western Canada. We are looking for an experienced payroll professional who understands the importance of accuracy, confidentiality and deadlines – but who also enjoys supporting people, solving problems and helping a team succeed.Based in Drumheller, Alberta, Canalta is a family-owned and operated company with a long-standing commitment to growth, community, and operational excellence. Our Corporate Home Office supports a diverse and expanding group of businesses and operations across Western Canada.Payroll LeadResponsibilities Include:Overseeing the accurate and timely processing of weekly and bi-weekly payrollsProviding day to day leadership, support and guidance to the Payroll teamReviewing payroll for accuracy and ensuring appropriate controls and procedures are followedEnsuring compliance with payroll legislation, company policies and employment standards across multiple jurisdictionsManaging payroll reconciliations, remittances, year-end processing and reportingSupporting the administration of taxable benefits, deductions and other payroll-related programsAdministering our Group Health Benefits program Assisting and support with WCB administration and compliance across multiple provincesResearching and resolving complex payroll questions and discrepanciesWorking collaboratively with HR, Accounting, Operations and managers throughout the organizationIdentifying opportunities to improve payroll processes, controls and efficienciesSupporting system improvements and changes as our payroll and accounting processes continue to evolveBuilding knowledge within the team through training, documentation, and cross-trainingThe Ideal Candidate Will Have:Significant hands-on payroll processing experiencePayroll Compliance Professional (PCP) designation through the National Payroll Institute (Canadian Payroll Association), or equivalent recognized Canadian payroll certificationStrong knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation, statutory deductions, taxable benefits, ROEs, T4s and year-end requirementsExperience working with high-volume and/or multi-company payroll is an assetPrevious supervisory or team-lead experience preferredExceptional attention to detail and strong commitment to accuracyStrong analytical and problem solving skillsAbility to manage competing priorities and meet firm deadlinesExcellent communication skills and confidence to work with employees and leaders at all levels of the organizationHigh degree of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential informationMindset of continuous improvementCanalta offers competitive compensation, benefits, and ongoing training and development opportunities in a supportive team environment. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This position is NOT a remote position. Successful candidate will join our Corporate Home Office in Drumheller, AB.