Payroll Team Lead

Established in 1967,  Laurel Steel  has earned its reputation as North America's premier supplier of cold-finish bar, cold-drawn wire, and mesh products. Headquartered in a state-of-the-art, 350,000-square-foot facility in Burlington, Ontario, we have earned our industry standing through a continuous pursuit of quality. For more than five decades, our focus has been refining our standards to exceed industry requirements and customer satisfaction.

Laurel Steel, located in Burlington is looking to add the right candidates to fill the role of Payroll Team Lead.

Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the Payroll Team Lead is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the payroll processing function, including reviewing, and verifying payroll data and ensuring the accuracy of employee payroll information.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Processing of the weekly salary payroll as well as the monthly Defined Benefit Pension Plan.
• Reviewing the weekly hourly and contract payroll processed by the Payroll Administrator.
• Process special payments as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable Federal and provincial payroll laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• Analyze payroll data and identify trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement.
• Train and supervise payroll team members, ensuring they are knowledgeable about payroll processes and procedures.
• Coordinate with Human Resources in the administration of the Pension, RRSP, and group benefits program, including payments and monthly reconciliations.
• Prepare payroll-related filings and supporting documentation, such as year-end tax statements, pension, Records of Employment, Workers' Compensation, and other statements.
• Prepare and balance period-end reports and reconcile issued payrolls to the general ledger.
• Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly payroll-related payments and reporting as required.
• Assist with any payroll, benefit, or pension-related audits.
• Manage relationships with external payroll vendors, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of payroll data and processing.
• Provide excellent customer service to employees and respond to payroll inquiries and issues in a timely and professional manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role
• Post Secondary Diploma
• Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) certification
• Experience processing payroll through Ceridian Dayforce.
• Advanced Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs with exceptional skills using Microsoft Excel.
• Proven communication skills.
• Self-motivated, organized, and detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and practice discretion in handling confidential and sensitive material.
• Must be a team player with a flexible work style and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

Why should you work at Laurel Steel?

· Competitive annual salary

· Return on Assets (ROA) Bonus

· Nucor Profit Sharing

· Full Medical, Dental, and health benefits

· Health Care Spending Account

· Short-term and long-term disability benefits

· RSP Contribution with company contribution

· Nucor Stock Purchase Program

· Post Secondary Scholarship Program

  Laurel Steel is an equal opportunity employer that provides an inclusive and diverse work environment. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants upon request at any stage of the recruitment process.

We thank everyone for your interest in Laurel Steel, please note that only candidates moving forward in the hiring process will be contacted.