Specialist, Payroll (12-month contract)

About Us

Brookfield Renewable, as one of the core businesses under Brookfield Corporation, is one of the world’s largest owners, operators, and developers of renewable power, with $125 billion of power assets under management. Our diverse portfolio of hydro, wind, solar, distributed energy, storage, and sustainable solutions extends across five continents, totaling over 46,000 megawatts of generating capacity. We use our operating capabilities, scale and global reach to develop and operate a high-quality clean energy portfolio in a responsible manner, helping accelerate the global transition to net zero.

Come Join Us

At Brookfield Renewable, we attract and retain high-performing individuals who are interested in making an impact, driving meaningful change and being part of a fast-paced and collaborative environment. Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture. Together, we contribute to the success of one of the fastest growing and largest publicly traded, pure play renewable power platforms in the world while supporting decarbonization and greater energy sustainability to facilitate the global transition to a net-zero.

About the Role

Working as part of the HR Operations team, and reporting to the Director, Payroll, the Payroll Specialist will assist in processing and distributing payrolls for 1,200+ employees in 21 total pay groups across North America.

Key Responsibilities

- Accurately and efficiently process payroll, which will require understanding, interpreting and applying tax laws and government regulations to payroll and benefit deductions, incentive compensation and retirement funding;

- Review payroll transactions for completeness and reasonability;

- Research and investigate payroll discrepancies;

- Prepare special payments, complex pay and payroll deduction calculations;

- Manage and maintain timely compliance for payroll, legal and tax reporting filings;

- Support and assist with payroll-related SOX procedures and internal audits, ensuring payroll processes are in line with controls;

- Respond to information requests and assist in the implementation of key initiatives impacting payroll, including acquisitions of new assets/employees;

- Stay abreast and aware of new laws and regulations regarding payroll related issues;

- Assist in identifying recurring issues, problematic trends, and in recommending changes in basic procedures.

Knowledge and Experience Required

- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration required; payroll certification is preferred;

- Minimum of 2 - 4 years of Canadian payroll experience covering all aspects of payroll processing, with at least two (2) years in a comparably complex company required;

- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage a large number of payrolls while working under tight deadlines;

- Flexible and adaptable: willing and able to change priorities to meet team goals;

- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and sound judgment;

- Motivated problem solver with the ability to sort through issues to create and recommend improvements;

- Strong interpersonal skills to foster strong relationships at all levels in the organization;

- Ability to deal sensitively with confidential information;

- Strong oral and written communication skills.

- Working knowledge of US payroll preferred but not required;

- Experience working in a public and/or fast growth company;

- Understanding of collective agreement applications for payroll ;

- Expert use of Microsoft applications (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) required and experience working with Ultipro (HRIS) is desirable.

Note: Offices continue to be central to collaboration and Brookfield’s identity. This position requires the employee to be on-site for a minimum of 4 days to perform most effectively. We will reassess the approach on a as needed basis.

Working here, you will enjoy:

At Brookfield, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential.

- We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, a health benefits program.

- Our spaces are open, dynamic, and collaborative, giving you access to different businesses and teams.

- We cultivate a culture where we invest in your growth and development.

Diversity & Inclusion

Brookfield Renewable embraces and promotes the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including women, Indigenous peoples and other persons of all races, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions. We also provide accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request. If contacted to proceed to the recruitment process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.