Manager, Ground Payroll Delivery

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Reporting to the Senior, Manager, Payroll & Pension Accounting, this position is responsible for the correct and timely payment of all monies owing to Air Canada ground employees on the Canadian currency payroll. Responsible for managing the PeopleSoft environment and associated staff as it pertains to regularly scheduled and on demand creation of cheque payments.

Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of 10 IAM Finance employees involved in a variety of Payrolls functions.
• Responsible for the gross to net payroll application of earnings and payroll/benefit deductions as dictated by union contract, legislation, or compensation policy to ensure the corporation assets are protected and the employees receive excellent service on all matters pertaining to the payroll function.
• Responsible for the control and data integrity of all interfaces feeding the gross to net payroll process.  This applies specifically, but not exclusively, to Time and Attendance, Applications and Formula Pay data interfaces.
• Work closely with Labour Relations and Compensation staff to ensure the appropriate application of new contracts, arbitration awards and compensation policies.
• Work closely with the Canada Revenue Agency, Service Canada, Revenu Quebec, and other government regulators to maintain compliance on all payroll matters.
• Responsible for the maintenance of an appropriate knowledge, understanding and documentation of all laws, regulations, agreements, policies, and practices relating to payroll process.
• Provide direction for training and standards required to achieve and maintain an effective level of payroll process proficiency and system awareness.
• Monitor and coordinate the use of Payroll resources for the design, development and implementation of new and revised procedures or systems.
• Provide support and act as a liaison to the Information Technology and Payroll application providers in matters relating to the prioritization, improvement, and maintenance of Payroll systems.
• Provide data to support the needs of the corporation for timely and meaningful information from the payroll records.  Manage the coordination and integration of the HR/Payroll systems and data with other corporate systems.
• Review industry trends and provide guidance on changing process or technological advances as they affect the payroll function.
• Guide, counsel and develop immediate subordinates.

• Certified Payroll Manager designation through the National Payroll Institute or post-secondary education in a recognized accounting program and working towards payroll certification.  Experience on the application of Payroll/HR principles and concepts a definite asset.
• In depth knowledge of Air Canada’s business systems and processes, specifically as they relate to the payroll function.
• In depth knowledge of PeopleSoft HR/Payroll
• Working knowledge of the labour contracts at Air Canada and their application to Payroll
• Demonstrated ability to work within a team / project framework while recognizing the importance of being self-directed.
• Good interpersonal, communication and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with technical environment (IBM TruTrack, eTools)
• Proficiency with PC software (Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Proven management, leadership, and team-building skills
• Demonstrate punctuality and dependability to support overall team success in a fast-paced environment.

Conditions of Employment:

Candidates must be eligible to work in the country of interest at the time any offer of employment is made and are responsible for obtaining any required work permits, visas, or other authorizations necessary for employment. Prior to their start date, candidates will also need to provide proof of their eligibility to work in the country of interest.

Linguistic Requirements

Based on equal qualifications, preference will be given to bilingual candidates.

Diversity and Inclusion

Air Canada is strongly committed to Diversity and Inclusion and aims to create a healthy, accessible and rewarding work environment which highlights employees’ unique contributions to our company’s success.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all to help us build a diverse workforce which reflects the diversity of our customers, and communities, in which we live and serve.

Air Canada thanks all candidates for their interest; however only those selected to continue in the process will be contacted.