Payroll Administrator - Contractor

Overview of Athabasca Oil Corporation

Athabasca Oil Corporation (“AOC”) is a unique liquids-weighted intermediate energy producer. At AOC, we proudly and responsibly produce Canadian energy to improve people’s lives. We are passionate, take ownership of our work, get things done and are great at what we do.

Athabasca currently produces 38,500 boe/d with a significant growth program underway. Athabasca has exposure to Canada’s premier resource plays. Thermal Oil boasts >1 billion barrels of top quartile reserves and a deep inventory of future projects. In addition, in December 2023 Athabasca announced the creation of Duvernay Energy Corporation, a private subsidiary company. Duvernay Energy is a unique standalone self-funded entity that offers investors pure-play exposure to the Kaybob Duvernay play and is expected to grow to over 20,000 bbl/d by the late 2020’s. Strategically Athabasca has two companies with independent strategies and capital allocation frameworks.

AOC has positioned itself with strong financial liquidity of ~$455 million (including $335 million in cash), putting it in an enviable position relative to its peers. The company is resilient to commodity price volatility and is expecting to generate ~$1.8 Billion of free cash flow over the next five years. All free cash flow is currently returned to shareholders in the form of share buybacks. The combination of production growth and reduced share count is resulting in industry leading cash flow per share growth. The corporate strategy is to continue to grow our assets, generate significant free cash and provide superior returns to shareholders over the long term. Sustainability is core to the business with strong governance and a commitment to reducing emissions through its technology roadmap.

Athabasca has a track record of transformative projects including JV’s, M&A, royalties, and unique marketing arrangements. AOC offers a dynamic and exciting work environment for the right candidate. AOC is publicly traded on the TSX under the symbol “ATH” with a market capitalization of $3 Billion and was recognized as number one total shareholder returning Energy company over the last three years and the number three company on the entire TSX (across all sectors).

Payroll Administrator - Contractor

We are currently recruiting for a Contract Payroll Administrator to provide expertise and experience in all matters related to payroll. This part-time position is responsible for processing payroll for approximately 200 employees across all sites and head office, as well as coordinating benefits administration and WCB management.

Responsibilities:

- Input payroll data accurately including new hires, terminations, salary, and allowance changes

- Process hourly, salary and other payroll related payments (bonuses and long-term incentive payments) accurately using Ceridian Dayforce on a semi-monthly basis

- Issue Record of Employment forms for separations of employment

- Monthly payroll reporting to finance team as well as quarterly and year-end reconciliations to CRA

- Responsible for maintaining and continuously improving payroll procedures and processes

- Reporting to Canada Revenue Agency (T4’s, CPP, etc), and Worker’s Compensation

- Answer all employee inquiries arising from questions regarding payroll

- Manage vacation annual entitlements and approval system and reporting within Ceridian Dayforce

- Manage benefits administration (RBC and Sunlife) and balance premium statements to payroll reports

- Provide ad hoc support to the Human Resources department as required

Qualifications:

- Canadian payroll certification or equivalent

- Minimum 5 years of payroll experience in a fast-paced environment

- Ideal candidate has demonstrated proficiency with Ceridian Dayforce and Microsoft Excel

- Must be able to handle confidential information in an ethical and professional manner • Strong work ethic, positive team attitude, attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy

- Sound analytical thinking, problem solving, planning, prioritization, and execution skills

- Ability to respond appropriately in pressure situations with a calm and steady demeanor

We thank you in advance for your interest and note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Athabasca Oil Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Application question(s):

- Do you have a Canadian payroll certification or equivalent?

- Do you have experience using Ceridian Dayforce and Microsoft Excel?

Experience:

- payroll: 5 years (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Calgary, AB