Senior Payroll Administrator - Edmonton Job Listing at Tetra Tech in Edmonton, AB (Job ID 48227)

Description

The Opportunity:

Tetra Tech is adding a Senior Payroll Administrator to our Shared Services Payroll team based in Edmonton, AB.  

The Payroll Administrator will be a key member of a strong Payroll team and will be responsible for processing hourly and salary payroll from the beginning of the payroll cycle to the end. This position is to cover the leave of one of our full-time employees and will be anywhere from 6 to 12 months in duration.

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science™ to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 500 million lives around the world.

 Your Impact:

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Your Role:

• Process payroll for both hourly and salary employees.
• Ensure accuracy of employee data in ADP payroll system.
• Set up new hire files.
• Process terminations & prepare Record of Employment.
• Process payroll garnishments.
• Ensure accuracy of earnings and deductions each payroll cycle.
• Process special pay as required.
• Process required adjustments.
• Timesheet administration on Oracle.
• Identify and resolve payroll issues.
• Respond to payroll questions from employees.
• Create and/or run reports from ADP payroll system.
• Assist employees with access electronic pay statements and T4's.
• Filing.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Additional duties as required. 

Qualifications:

• Successful completion of Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) with Canadian Payroll Association (CPA) is required.
• Experience with ADP WFN Payroll system is preferred.
• Payroll experience of 6 – 10 years.
• Experience in processing hourly and salaried payroll.
• Understanding of the full payroll cycle as well as understanding of basic accounting is an asset.
• Knowledge of payroll legislation for various provinces and ability to research legislation.
• Strong computer skills particularly in the use of MS Office, specifically Excel.
• Friendly and professional attitude.
• Able to work on a team and independently.
• Effective problem solving & organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Detail oriented and ability to work with tight timelines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with employees at various levels of the organization.
• Able to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information in an appropriate manner.

Life at Tetra Tech:

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits, available on day one of employment.
• Overtime is calculated at 1.5 times.
• We have embraced a hybrid culture. We will provide you the tools to work almost anywhere.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth. Mentorship with world leading experts in your field.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in 550 locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and talent of more than 30,000 employees who are working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects.  

Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities: 

LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers

X (Twitter): @TetraTechJobs

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