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This Position reports to:
HR Operations Team Lead

As a Payroll Specialist, you will have the opportunity to perform day-to-day HR transactions for one or several assigned service lines or countries, while also managing complex and escalated tasks. Each day, you will ensure a high-quality customer experience by committing to complete, accurate and timely completion of HR transactions. You will also showcase your expertise by supporting the globally set standards for HR operations and ensuring that the respective business processes adhere to the local legal and regulatory requirements.

This role is located in Saint-Laurent or Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu and the work model is hybrid.

Responsibilities

• Verify and process weekly, bi-weekly and off-cycle payroll.
• Prepare electronic payments for the bank and coordinate the printing of pay slips.
• Prepare Records of Employment
• Manage third-party remittances (SQC, garnishments, WSIB/CNESST, etc.) and assist finance team in reconciling associated GLs.
• Investigate, analyze and resolve issues for employees, managers, accounting group and external government agencies.
• Assist Payroll Manager with year-end reconciliations, deposits and various other year-end tasks (asset).
• Live by ABB's core values of collaboration, care, courage and curiosity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the company.

Your professional background

• French is required for this role. English is also required in this role as the individual will be responsible for Alberta and Ontario payroll and will be required to communicate with employees in these provinces.
• Completion of 1st level CPA course (asset)
• Minimum 5 years' experience in payroll
• Knowledge of Workday payroll and UKG Kronos systems
• Intermediate knowledge of Excel
• Payroll Accounting knowledge
• Ability to manage multiple requests, prioritize in an efficient and timely manner, and work with cross-functional teams.
• A collaborative, solutions-oriented approach with attention to detail.
• A proactive way of working to serve customers with a can-do attitude.

Employment Equity & Inclusion Statement (Canada)

ABB values the dedication, commitment, and expertise of all our employees. As an Employment Equity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We actively support the principles of the Employment Equity Act and strive to build a workforce that reflects Canada's diversity, including:

• Women

• Indigenous Peoples

• Members of visible minorities

• Persons with disabilities

ABB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know.