Analyst, Payroll Operations (12 months temp)

at  ATB Financial

At ATB, we exist to make it possible for our clients, team members and communities. Our purpose is more than aspirational. It’s a real commitment we live every day through our values (what we call the ATB ID).
Life at ATB is about more than work. In fact, we’re consistently recognized as one of Canada’s top employers thanks to our high-care, high-performance culture, upheld by the three commitments we make to our team members:
Impact in action: No matter where you are in the organization, you’re empowered to make an impact in the lives of our clients and communities.
Thrive together: We want you—the unique, authentic you—to feel safe and celebrated at work. We’re on a continuous journey to build the most flexible and inclusive programs.
Ready for tomorrow: We want to enable your success through interesting and challenging work, performance enablement, and learning and development.
About the role
Note: This is a temporary 12-month opportunity.
As ATBs next Payroll Analyst, you will be the first point of contact for all team member and internal partner inquiries for ATB, as well as Capital Markets and Private Equity companies. The Payroll Analyst is accountable for understanding the outputs from the P&C system (myPath - SuccessFactors), the administration and outputs of the Time and Attendance system (WorkForce Software), understanding how the Payroll system (ECP) is configured for calculations, and the overall impact and team member experience that results. This role has a solid understanding of pension plan rules and regulations, as well as a thorough understanding of payroll processes relating to pension.
Accountabilities
This role is responsible for overall payroll accuracy and completion of processing, ensuring all team members have been paid accurately, all payments have occurred as required, and all deductions and reporting are remitted to the vendors accurately and on time. It is responsible for the investigation and resolution of the internal bank and GL account variances.
This role is the first point of contact for all payroll inquiries. It is learning all payroll operations duties, and is responsible for documenting all related processes and procedures. It is also providing education and training to colleagues, partner teams, and team members via inquiries on general payroll knowledge, processes and procedures.
Skills, experience & requirements

Distinctive Skill Requirements

• Sound knowledge of pay legislation & employment standards, taxation rules, pension plan design, retirement benefits, union agreements, finance accruals, & client post pay agreements
• Excellent working knowledge of G-Suite programs, SAP, Workforce Software (WFS), MS Office Excel
• Proven relationship building skills, diplomacy, and ability to influence others
• Excellent understanding and knowledge of legislative requirements, internal policies and audit control requirements of the payroll functions.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate complex information and changes to both team members and management.
• Advanced interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner to all levels of internal/external clients as well as 3rd party representatives.
• Problem solving skills with the ability to identify solutions and opportunities
• Analytical skills with attention to data integrity and confidentiality of information
• Working knowledge of technical configuration, processes and the flow of data into payroll
• Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to work well under pressure of deadlines, changing priorities, and last minute changes
• Has basic skills in an analytical or operational process;
• Works within clearly defined standard operating procedures, works with close supervision

Accreditations Requirements

• Requires 1 or 2 yrs of post-secondary, job specific training, university degree is not expected
• Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certificate asset; equivalencies will be considered
• Post secondary degree with 1-3 years progressive payroll and pensions experience considered an asset

Don’t meet all the requirements on the list?
A resume only goes so far in expressing who you are and the unique perspectives you bring. If you believe your skills and experience align with the role—but you might not check all the boxes—we want to hear from you. We encourage candidates from all work backgrounds, equity-seeking communities and experience levels to apply. If you’re seeking a career where your drive, perspective and growth are celebrated, we want to hear from you.
We’re dedicated to building a workforce reflective of those within our communities, and a culture where our team members are equipped with what they need to succeed—their way. Part of creating an inclusive workplace is recognizing our role in advancing Truth and Reconciliation. We are committed to meeting and exceeding the standards set out in the Progressive Aboriginal Relations program created by the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business.
What happens next?
If you are shortlisted, you’ll hear from us after the posting closes. Check out our How We Hire page to learn more about our hiring process. If you need any accommodations throughout this process, please let us know at talentteam@atb.com
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