Payroll Specialist

Who We Are

BGIS is a leading provider of customized facility management and real estate services. With our combined team of over 6,500 globally, we relentlessly focus on enabling innovation through the services we deliver, while actively looking for new opportunities that will enable innovation for our clients’ businesses. Globally, we manage over 320 million square feet of client portfolios across 30,000+ locations in North America, Europe, Middle East, Australia and Asia. Further information is available at www.bgis.com

SUMMARY

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for the timely processing of payroll for both union and non-union team members.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Processes payrolls for union and non-union employees according to established schedules.
• Reviews applicable collective agreements and ensures thorough understanding of all pay elements and schedules for various collective agreements representing unionized team members across the company.
• Reviews applicable policies and documentations and ensures thorough understanding of all pay elements for non-unionized team members.
• Responsible for accurate processing of all payroll elements including but not limited to employee pay, payroll deductions and remittances.
• Performs calculations for items including but not limited to payroll deductions and remittances.
• Conducts audit of payroll records to ensure integrity and compliance with all requirements.
• Assists in the identification and implementation of payroll process and systems enhancements.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• College diploma with 3-5 years’ of related work experience.
• Knowledge of Canadian Payroll rules and regulations.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to administer a process according to established procedures and requirements.
• Ability to identify, investigate and resolve payroll related issues.
• Ability to process a high volume of data requiring strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others for the purpose of data exchange, clarification and dispute resolution.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to exercise tact and discretion in handling and communicating sensitive and confidential information.
• Proficient with payroll systems preferably Ceridian along with ability to learn new applications quickly. Proficient with MS Excel, Outlook.
• Demonstrated language proficiency (both verbal and written) in English and French.
• Knowledge of US Payroll rules and regulations an asset.

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation

• Payroll Compliance Practitioner Certification from Canadian Payroll Association (asset)

This is a regular, full-time position with a salary range of $63,397 - $79,246 per annum. The starting salary will be based on the successful candidate’s competencies, including but not limited to experience, education and performance related to this role.

BGIS is a global leader in integrated facility management services. With a combined team of over 10,000 globally, BGIS relentlessly focuses on delivering innovative service solutions that create value for its clients. Globally, BGIS manages over 50,000 facilities totaling more than 600 million square feet across several markets including government, higher education, utilities, telecommunications, financial services, oil & gas, healthcare and cloud enterprise. In addition to managing a diverse portfolio of corporate offices, retail, colleges, hospitals and industrial assets, BGIS is a world leader in the management of data centers and other critical environments.

At BGIS we believe that diversity and inclusion is a key business driver, such that we never lose sight of its importance as it is woven into the fabric if our organization. We are committed to maintaining a barrier-free recruitment process by providing equal employment opportunities through recruiting and retention of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize that promoting diversity is an essential component of our continuing pursuit for organizational success!

BGIS is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome you to apply for a position with us! If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected]. Upon request for accommodation, we will consult with the applicant in question and provide, or arrange for the provision of, a suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant's accessibility needs due to disability.

We value transparency in our hiring processes. Please note, artificial intelligence may be used in certain stages to screen, assess, or select applicants, however, a human reviewer makes all final decisions. This posting is for an existing vacancy.