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About the Role

The Contract Senior Payroll Specialist will independently manage all aspects of payroll for a dynamic and complex organization with eight distinct pay groups. This role ensures accurate payroll processing, compliance with legislation, and seamless reporting and reconciliation while driving system and process improvements to support organizational efficiency. This is a 22-month contract.

Responsibilities

Independently manage and process end-to-end bi-weekly payroll for eight distinct pay groups, including unionized, non-union hourly, salary, averaging, rotational and global employees, managing intricate differences between each group to ensure accuracy in pay.
Calculate and process complex payroll components, such as retroactive pay, shift premiums, statutory deductions, and taxable benefits.
Ensure accurate set-up and maintenance of employee profiles, such as tax elections, benefit deductions, and direct deposit details.
Process terminations, retirements, leaves of absence, ensuring compliance with final pay and record-of-employment requirements.
Reconcile benefit premium invoices against payroll records, identifying and resolving discrepancies promptly to maintain accuracy in financial reporting.
Reconcile Short Term and Long-Term Disability invoices against payroll records, identifying and resolving discrepancies promptly to maintain accuracy in financial reporting.
Ensure proper allocation and tracking of vacation accruals, statutory holiday pay, and other payroll liabilities for all pay groups.
Prepare comprehensive payroll reports for internal stakeholders, including senior leadership, HR, and finance teams, tailored to the unique needs of union, non-union, rotational, and averaging pay groups.
Generate specialized reports, such as payroll variance analyses, labor cost summaries, and overtime tracking, to support budgeting and operational decision-making.
Manage all aspects of year-end payroll reporting, ensuring compliance with federal and provincial deadlines.
Reconcile payroll at year-end, including PIER, T4s, and T2200.
Accurately prepare and distribute tax slips (e.g., T4s, T4As) and submit corresponding summaries to the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).
Ensure accurate and timely submission of government remittances for income tax, Employment Insurance (EI), Canada Pension Plan (CPP), and other statutory obligations.
Act as the main liaison with external auditors, tax authorities, and benefit providers, ensuring all payroll practices withstand rigorous scrutiny.
Utilize UKG to support reporting, auditing, compliance, and integration with other internal systems, ensuring optimized use of its functionalities.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives by evaluating current payroll processes and implementing streamlined workflows tailored to the unique requirements of each pay group.

Requirements

Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certificate or equivalent certification; Payroll Leadership Professional (PLP) certification is an asset.
Hands-on experience with UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group) payroll systems is required.
Minimum 8-10 years in payroll or a similar role.
Knowledge of payroll processes, legislation, and taxation for all pay groups.
Possess strong computer skills with a demonstrated proficiency in payroll and accounting-related software programs, and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
Superior problem-solving, organizational, and time management skills with excellent attention to detail and desire to question status quo is required.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate in a fast-paced environment.
High level of confidentiality and impartiality.
Legally eligible to work for a Canadian company (e.g., be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident of Canada, or possess a valid work permit).

Skills

UKG
Microsoft Excel
Payroll
Accounting
Finance
Problem-solving
Organization
Time management
Attention to detail
Communication
Interpersonal skills
Confidentiality
Impartiality

Location

North Bay, Ontario
Remote
Hybrid

Work Type

Contract
Hybrid
Remote

Experience Level

8-10 years
Senior

Education Level

Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certificate
Payroll Leadership Professional (PLP) certification

Benefits

Comprehensive, employer-paid benefits
Extended health care
Out-of-country medical coverage
Life insurance

About the Company

At Voyageur Aviation Corp., we’re in the business of solving complex aviation challenges through ingenuity, precision, and innovation.
A proud Canadian company (and a wholly owned subsidiary of Chorus Aviation Inc.).
Offer a full suite of specialized aviation services—from engineering and maintenance capabilities, part sales and logistics management to aircraft leasing, and contract flying operations.
Support missions around the world, including humanitarian aid, cargo transport, and workforce mobility to remote areas.
Redefining the aviation industry.
Enabling essential missions in some of the world’s most challenging environments.

Equal Opportunity

You belong here.
Voyageur Aviation Corp., we’re committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve.
We believe in equity, opportunity, and respect - for everyone.
If you require accommodation during the recruitment or interview process, please let us know. We’re happy to work with you to ensure a smooth and supportive experience.