Payroll Specialist Jobs

Location: Vancouver, BC (Remote)
Copperleaf’s enterprise software helps some of the world’s largest and most sophisticated organizations make better strategic decisions. We have a track record of delivering award-winning and industry-defining solutions. Join our team as we continue to enable our clients to build more resilient and sustainable infrastructure.
The Opportunity:
We are looking for an experienced payroll professional with a keen eye for detail, critical thinking skills and the ability to multi-task efficiently.
This position is responsible for coordinating the accurate preparation, calculation, and completion of full-cycle payroll in up to 18 different countries.
This is a very analytically focused role, and is a great opportunity for someone experienced with multi-national payroll to join a growing payroll team within the Finance & Accounting department at Copperleaf.
The successful candidate should have experience with Canadian & US payroll (in multiple states), preferably within a tech company of at least 500+ employees worldwide across many different countries.
Responsibilities:

• Create ad hoc reports upon request
• Process all non-cash compensation transactions including stock options, employee awards and gross-ups, and other taxable benefits
• Assist with special projects as required
• Verify & distribute all employee tax statements and notifications as required by law
• Prepare payroll journal entries and provide support on payroll account reconciliations
• Process the semi-monthly and monthly payroll earnings and adjustments across multiple countries
• Manage and reconcile all payroll related tax remittances and workers compensation across multiple jurisdictions
• Provide timely responses to inquiries from Finance, HR, leadership, and employees
• Register and maintain tax agency accounts
• Keep current on all payroll-related laws, policies and regulations through on-line and written resources, and attending payroll seminars as needed
• Verify and process information on new hires, terminations, leaves of absence & top-up payments, address changes, and department changes
• Review & approve payrolls and journal entries prepared by other members of the payroll team, following internal control processes
• Maintain proper payroll records to support internal and external audits

About You:
You are organized and meticulous in your work. You pride yourself on accuracy and you can easily spot and correct any discrepancies. You are aware of and stay up-to-date with the rules, regulations, and best practices in the industry and have experience administering payroll in a multi-national organization.
You should also have:

• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to handle multiple responsibilities with competing priorities in a fast-paced progressive environment
• Strong analytical skills and organizational skills
• Advanced hands-on experience with MS Excel (pivot tables, xlookup, etc.)
• In-depth understanding of general payroll processing and terminology, including government remittances, statutory and non-statutory deductions, ROEs, T4 slips, and payroll records management
• PCP or CPM certification (from Canadian Payroll Association/National Payroll Institute) required, and must be a member in good standing with the National Payroll Institute.
• Ability to participate as an engaged team member and to work independently
• Minimum of 3+ years’ full-cycle, progressive payroll experience, preferably in the tech industry
• Multi-national payroll experience preferred
• Ability to understand, interpret, explain and apply laws, regulations, and procedures concerning payroll in different countries
• Excellent problem recognition and problem-solving skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive employee information
• Demonstrated high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Experience with researching and setting-up payrolls in new jurisdictions considered an asset

What’s it like here?
At Copperleaf, culture is at the very core of who we are and what we do. We’re a world-class team of innovators that inspire one another to learn and continually push the limits of what’s possible. We
cultivate an atmosphere of openness and support where all opinions and ideas are valued and encouraged, and where teamwork is key to success. We value a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Founded in Vancouver, Canada, Copperleaf is committed to building a better world, one decision at a time. As one of Canada’s Fastest-Growing Companies and winner of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, we are a dynamic and disruptive organization offering exciting opportunities for growth and innovation.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are at the heart of Copperleaf’s culture and play a vital role in our growth strategy. We are committed to ensuring that everyone feels a sense of belonging and can contribute to their maximum potential. Our differences are the reason great things happen here. If you are an applicant in need of accommodations or special assistance throughout the interview process, please submit a request by email to [email protected].