Payroll Analyst – Canadian Payroll

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Job Description:

Payroll Analyst in Canada is responsible for processing and analyzing employee payroll to ensure accurate and timely compensation in accordance with federal and provincial legislation. This includes managing deductions, benefits, remittances, and year-end reporting (e.g., T4s, RL-1s). The role requires a strong understanding of Canadian payroll laws, attention to detail, and proficiency with payroll systems UKG, or Workday. Payroll Analyst will work closely with HR and Finance teams, support audits, and maintain confidential payroll records for compliance and reporting.

Success in this role requires independent thinking, problem-solving capabilities, and the ability to manage large volumes of data. Additionally, the Payroll Analyst II will provide support to the Staff Payroll Analyst and offer guidance to managers and directors on payroll-related actions, policies, and procedures.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Payroll Processing: Manage end-to-end payroll for salaried and hourly employees across multiple provinces, ensuring compliance with local laws, including Quebec-specific regulations.  

• Regulatory Compliance: Stay updated on changes to employment and tax laws, ensuring payroll processes adhere to federal and provincial requirements.  

• Data Management: Maintain accurate employee records, including attendance, leave, and overtime, to calculate pay and benefits accurately.  

• Reporting and Analysis: Prepare and analyze payroll reports, identify discrepancies, and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.  

• Benefits and Deductions Administration: Manage deductions for taxes, pensions, and benefits, ensuring accurate remittances and compliance with relevant legislation.

• Year-End Activities: Assist in preparing year-end tax documents, such as T4 slips, and ensure timely filing with appropriate government agencies.  

What We Are Looking For

• Typically requires a 4-year degree and 2–4 years of related experience; or equivalent work experience.

• Canadian payroll processing required

• Experience with UKG and Workday payroll software is required.  

• Intermediate Excel skills

• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in processing payroll and managing sensitive employee data. 

• Communication Skills: Ability to effectively communicate payroll information and resolve employee inquiries.

• Analytical Thinking: Capability to analyze payroll data, identify trends, and implement improvements.

• FPC and/or CPP certification preferred, Canada payroll certification preferred

• Experience processing a full in-house payroll

• Ability to work in a team environment, fast paced deadline driven team

• Positive attitude, adaptable to change, critical thinker essential

Work Arrangement:

Hybrid: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday required office days for Dry Creek/Panorama Office sites; Monday, Friday-work from home.

What’s In It For You:

At Arrow, we recognize that financial rewards and great benefits are important aspects of an ideal job. That’s why we offer competitive financial compensation, including various compensation plans and a solid benefits package.

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

• 401k, With Matching Contributions

• Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Health Savings Account (HSA)/Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) Options

• Paid Time Off (including sick, holiday, vacation, etc.)

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Growth Opportunities

• Discounted RTD Passes, with convenient office location off RTD Light Rail (Dry Creek Exit)

• On-site Café with Catering Option for Busy Lifestyles

• 24/7/365 On-site Gym and Lockers, Free for Use to All Employees!

• Bike Racks

• And more!

Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level. The pay ratio between base pay and target incentive (if applicable) will be finalized at offer. 

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EEO Statement:

Arrow is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. (Arrow EEO/AAP policy)

We anticipate this requisition will be open for a minimum of five days, though it may be open for a longer period of time. We encourage your prompt application.

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