R003460 Payroll and Pension Advisor

At Hydro Ottawa, we empower the lives of the people in the communities we serve.

As the electricity distributor to the Nation’s Capital, our work powers the essential activities that make up our lives – at home, at work and at play. And as Ontario’s largest municipally-owned producer of green power, we are leading the way to a greener tomorrow.

We are seeking a(n) Payroll and Pension Advisor, a strategic thinker who can take initiatives from concept to completion and engineer the way to a smart energy future.

Are you ready to make a difference in our community?

JOB SUMMARY

The Payroll and Pension Advisor is responsible for supporting all aspects of payroll, compensation and pension plan administration, including the verification and accuracy of payroll processing in accordance with statutory and contractual requirements. Responsibilities also include the generation of reports as well as the provision of advice and support to stakeholders.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Payroll Administration

Schedule and run payroll
Analyze and apply the Income Tax Act, Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) rules and regulations, Employment Standards Act, and all other related legislation and contractual agreements
Complete tax and remittance filings / reconciliation, ensuring strict adherence to remittance deadlines
Analyze and reconcile statements and remittances from CRA
Prepare and verify statements of earnings for employees
Maintain and ensure integrity of data in Human Resources Information System (HRIS)
Review control work processes to isolate remuneration anomalies
Develop, recommend, implement, and maintain payroll practices and procedures to facilitate high quality services and continuous improvement
Participate in the introduction and implementation of new HRIS requirements and capabilities as required
Act as a resource and provide advice and support on payroll and compensation programs
Assist with federal and provincial government agencies on matters of payroll and taxable benefits
Support the Supervisor, Compensation with the year-end reconciliation process for payroll
Complete year end processes based on legislative and contractual requirements including processing monthly, quarterly, and annual forms
Prepare monthly metrics reports
Assist in preparing information for various audits as required
Deliver on established quality targets and continually review processes and tools to improve productivity and efficiency
Create reports and statistical analysis for use in budget forecasting, cost management, rate adjustments, collective bargaining, etc.
Coordinate data collection and reconciliation processes on issues such as month–end and year-end accruals for labour, position control and analysis, leave management and the application of collective agreement provisions
Perform other related duties as required

Pension Plan Administration

Prepare and/or participate in government filings, plan audits, development of plan communications and other reporting requirements including year-end reporting
Ensure compliance with federal, state/provincial, and local requirements, keeping abreast of existing/new legislation; obtain expert opinions as required; advise management on required actions
Maintain and process all pension administration forms including enrollments, terminations, leaves, survivor benefits, etc.
Support the Manager, Compensation, Pension & Benefits with Retirement Committee(s) including compiling information, preparing agendas, implementing action items, etc.
Ensure employee data as it relates to pension plans is maintained in the HRIS
Provide analysis and reporting on various aspects of pension plans
Ensure the timely and accurate remittance of invoices
Educate and counsel employees on retirement planning

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Post-secondary education in human resources, commerce, business administration or other related program
Experience in payroll and pension administration
Strong computer skills; proficient in the use of office productivity and collaboration tools, preferably G Suite and a HRIS
Completion of National Payroll Institute certification program courses considered an asset
Experience with and knowledge of financial accounting practices and tax procedures considered an asset
English essential, both oral and written; Bilingual (English/French) considered an asset

This is a management group opportunity and salary will be commensurate with qualifications.

Hydro Ottawa offers a Hybrid Work Model. Hybrid work is position specific, the details of which the hybrid model will be discussed with successful candidates.

How to apply:
1. Apply as instructed by the employer below.*
2. Please send a copy of your application to ee_application@ottawa-worldskills.org so we can inform the employer directly about your application.
3. Please format your application’s file name like First Name_Last Name_Position_ Competition Number or Reference Number.

*Please submit your cover letter and résumé online through the “Career Opportunities” section of their Web site https://hydroottawa.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/fr-CA/hydro_ottawa_careersite/job/Ottawa-ON/Payroll-and-Pension-Advisor_R003460-1

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