Payroll Manager

COME GROW WITH US!

McDougall Energy is a Canadian family-owned business that distributes quality petroleum products and services reliably and responsibly. We are dedicated to delivering customized solutions that meet customers’ needs, improve lives, and enrich communities.

At McDougall Energy, we believe every team member has a role in fulfilling our purpose. That's why we give our people the trust, support, and opportunities they need to do their best work. We invite you to join us as we continue to connect customers with the energy solutions of today and tomorrow.

We are proud to be recognized as a Platinum Club member of Canada's Best Managed Companies, having consecutively retained our designation since 2011.

About The Opportunity

McDougall Energy is looking for an organized, reliable and detail-oriented individual to fill position of Payroll Manager. Reporting to the Corporate Controller, this role is a key member of the Finance team responsible for overseeing the payroll processing for all McDougall Group of Companies and also assumes accounting duties related to the department’s activities.

Responsibilities Include

- Overseeing the full payroll cycle on a bi-weekly basis for all employees in a timely and accurate manner

- Recording all payroll activity within the general ledger.

- Maintaining monthly reconciliations for all payroll related accounts and activities.

- The preparation and submission of all statutory payroll tax remittances, Group retirement, health benefits and other legislated payments.

- Ensuring compliance with all federal, provincial and local laws and regulations, participating in any audits by various regulatory agencies

- Primary resource for any payroll account inquiries/audits by CRA on payroll account activity and Key contact with Canada Life on pension and benefits.

- Provides direction to the Payroll Administrator on Company policies, leading all workload activity for the Payroll Team.

- Participating in the setup of new employees in conjunction with HR and processing employee master data changes in the payroll system

- Leading any Workday payroll configuration changes

- Implementing and maintaining corporate payroll policies including identifying and implementing processes to improve efficiencies

- Preparing annual EHT and WSIB Returns

- Participating in the annual external audit playing a lead role in all audit procedures related to payroll system and processes.

About You

- College Diploma in Accounting, Payroll, or related area. Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) or Certified Payroll Manager (CPM) designation is an asset.

- Three (3) to five (5) years of payroll experience in a multi-faceted workforce environment (e.g. full-time, part-time, commissioned, etc.

- Proven ability to handle confidential information with the utmost discretion.

- Strong knowledge of payroll processes / logistics and of relevant legislative requirements (e.g. Employment Standards, etc.).

- Working knowledge of accounting practices and processes.

- Ability to handle large volumes of data, with attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.

- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to handle sensitive communications with tact and diplomacy.

- Excellent analytical, technical and problem-solving skills

- Excellent time management and organizational skills, including the ability to effectively prioritize a significant workload.

- Ability to work under pressure, often with conflicting responsibilities and deadlines.

- Strong computer proficiency, including intermediate knowledge of spreadsheet applications, such as MS Excel. Experience with payroll software (e.g. ADP).

What We Offer

We provide career growth and development through on-the-job training, professional courses, and peer learning in a friendly and inclusive work environment that allows you to thrive both personally and professionally.

- Competitive Compensation

- 4 weeks paid vacation

- Employer Health & Dental Benefits

- Group RRSP

- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

- Healthcare & Lifestyle Spending Account

Are you ready to power your career and make a difference at McDougall Energy? Get energized and apply online at www.mcdougallenergy.com/careers

McDougall Energy is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace. If you require any accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Confidentiality of all applicants assured. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted and we thank all other applicants for their interest.

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