Payroll Specialist
Overview
Brookfield Renewable operates one of the world’s largest publicly traded, pure-play renewable power platforms. Our portfolio consists of hydroelectric, wind, solar and storage facilities in North America, South America, Europe and Asia, and totals approximately 23,000 megawatts of installed capacity and an approximately 75,000-megawatt and 8 million metric tons per annum of carbon dioxide (“MMTPA CO2”) development pipeline. Investors can access its portfolio either through Brookfield Renewable Partners L.P. (NYSE: BEP; TSX: BEP.UN), a Bermuda-based limited partnership, or Brookfield Renewable Corporation (NYSE, TSX: BEPC), a Canadian corporation. Further information is available at
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At Brookfield Renewable, we attract and retain high-performing individuals who are interested in making an impact and being part of a fast-paced and collaborative environment. Join our team to contribute to the success of one of the fastest growing and largest publicly traded, pure play renewable power platforms in the world while supporting decarbonization and greater energy sustainability to facilitate the global transition to a net-zero economy.
Position Summary
Working as part of the HR Operations team, and reporting to the Director, Payroll and HR Admin, the Payroll Administrator/Specialist will assist in processing and distributing payrolls for 1,200+ employees in 21 total pay groups across North America.
What we Offer
Competitive salary, benefits from day 1, bonus, paid time off
Opportunity for growth and development
Exposure to different businesses, geographies, and teams
A collaborative, open, dynamic, and fast paced environment
Free on-site gym
Responsibilities
Accurately and efficiently process payroll, which will require understanding, interpreting and applying tax laws and government regulations to payroll and benefit deductions, incentive compensation and retirement funding;
Review payroll transactions for completeness and reasonability;
Research and investigate payroll discrepancies;
Prepare special payments, complex pay and payroll deduction calculations;
Manage and maintain timely compliance for payroll, legal and tax reporting filings;
Support and assist with payroll-related SOX procedures and internal audits, ensuring payroll processes are in line with controls;
Respond to information requests and assist in the implementation of key initiatives impacting payroll, including acquisitions of new assets/employees;
Stay abreast and aware of new laws and regulations regarding payroll related issues;
Assist in identifying recurring issues, problematic trends, and in recommending changes in basic procedures.
Requirements
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage a large number of payrolls while working under tight deadlines;
Flexible and adaptable: willing and able to change priorities to meet team goals;
Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and sound judgment;
Motivated problem solver with the ability to sort through issues to create and recommend improvements;
Strong interpersonal skills to foster strong relationships at all levels in the organization;
Ability to deal sensitively with confidential information;
Strong oral and written communication skills in English; French is considered an asset.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration required; payroll certification is preferred;
Minimum of 2 - 4 years of Canadian payroll experience covering all aspects of payroll processing, with at least two (2) years in a comparably complex company required;
Working knowledge of US payroll preferred but not required;
Experience working in a public and/or fast growth company;
Understanding of collective agreement applications for payroll ;
Expert use of Microsoft applications (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) required and experience working with Ultipro (HRIS) is desirable.
Brookfield has a strong culture that focuses on collaboration and values in-office interactions. We believe that it is beneficial for employees to be in the office to ensure that we provide the appropriate training and coaching, facilitate real-time learning through direct interactions with colleagues and senior leaders via our open concept environment, and accelerate the integration of new employees into our teams. As we transition back to the office, we are currently offering a hybrid work environment with a minimum of 3 days in office, and we will reassess the approach on a as needed basis.
Brookfield Renewable embraces and promotes the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including women, Indigenous peoples and other persons of all races, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions. We also provide accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request. If contacted to proceed to the recruitment process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.
