Analyst, Payroll & Benefits

at  Saskpower

Location - SaskPower Head Office 7W
Temporary - Full Time until 12/31/2025
We generate more than just power for the people of Saskatchewan. We also offer some of the best jobs in the province. Our challenging careers will help you grow, while being surrounded by a team committed to safety, openness, collaboration and accountability. We offer highly competitive salaries and benefits packages to our employees. If you’re someone who thrives in a team environment and doesn’t shy away from a good challenge, join us!
Apply no later than 08/06/2024 to be considered for this opportunity.

JOB SUMMARY:

The employee in this classification is responsible to assist in the technical and analytical support of departmental and project initiatives, functional testing and documenting business requirements while translating them into functional components, reports, processes improvements and testing documentation. This position will also be responsible to identify and document stakeholder requirements and departmental initiatives for projects to ensure delivered solutions meet stakeholder and departmental needs.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Research, analyze, administer and maintain functional processes, procedures, documentation and communications for the department
• Prepare documents and retrieve and/or enter information within a variety of applications
• Formulate standards and procedures related to a variety of functions
• Resolve inquiries and provide documentation to end users regarding departmental programs
• Conduct assessments and assist in the design, development and solutions to corporate programs
• Assist with and prepare spread sheets and databases, business models and reports as required, including statistical trending, forecasting, or business-related analytical reports
• Develop and implement new applications, conduct testing activities and maintain and provide technical support
• Develop queries for various reporting purposes
• Participate in requirements planning, data gathering and analysis, modelling and design
• Participate in process re-engineering activities to identify business enabling solutions and areas of improvement
• Develop, create and maintain business cases, functional and test strategies and associated documentation
• Assist and participate in the coordination and preparation of business materials for departmental and project teams
• Assist in the implementation of organizational change (people, process and technology)
• Facilitate meetings to gather and document business and project requirements
• Act as a liaison between business and technical resources
• Utilize corporate applications and maintain files, records and databases associated with departmental functions
• Provide assistance to functional work teams or project teams, as requested
• Participate in continuous educational and professional development as required
• Other related duties, as assigned

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Bachelor’s Degree, Diploma or Certificate in Business Administration, or equivalent AND/OR;
• Applicable Payroll professional designation/accreditation/certification/course in related field, or equivalent AND/OR;
• Five (5) years of related payroll experience, or equivalent
• Knowledge of standard business analysis practices, including requirements gathering, business case development and business processes and information technology
• Ability to analyze functional/technological information and business needs and identify and implement solutions
• Ability to complete multiple, simultaneous projects, within tight deadlines and under minimal supervision
• Knowledge of information technology processes
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills
  This positions falls with in the scope of the Unifor Local 649.
  Candidates under consideration may be required to participate in an assessment process consisting of any/all of the following: interview, abilities test, case study and/or presentation.
  At SaskPower, we believe in the importance of diversity and inclusion. We’re dedicated to creating and cultivating an inclusive workplace and a workforce that represents the communities we serve.

We acknowledge and recognize equity groups designated by the Canadian Employment Equity Act. These include:

• Indigenous Peoples
• members of Visible Minority Groups
• persons with disabilities
• women
• LGBTQ2S+ community
• persons who served and are serving in the military
• newcomers to Saskatchewan

We base our selection process on merit and encourage all diverse groups to participate fully.
As part of our ongoing commitment to reconciliation, we prioritize hiring Indigenous Peoples as we recognize and respect their knowledge and experience. We acknowledge the barriers that affect equity groups, and we’re committed to addressing, mitigating and accommodating these barriers to strive for equity in the workplace. Learn more at Commitment to Diversity.
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Please apply by 08/06/2024

Please refer the Job description for details