Position Title:  Specialist, Payroll

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us! 

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

About Us
At Aecon, we’re building the future, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. We're always looking for exceptional talent to work on our exciting and ever-expanding project portfolios. We are focused on being the #1 Canadian Infrastructure Company and the first-choice employer in our industry.

What Is the Opportunity?

Reporting to the Manager, Payroll, the Payroll Specialist will be responsible for supporting the Manager and process of SAP HCM & SAP Payroll and Business Objects Reporting, provide overall support to the payroll team across various functions, manage and lead projects and department initiatives, perform User Acceptance Testing, test SAP service pack and enhancement upgrades, and support internal business partners.

 
Please note this is a 4-month contract. You will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience at Aecon! 

What You'll Do Here:

• Supports the overall Payroll team in day-to-day operations and tasks including Organizational Management, HCM – Master Data, Unions, Payroll Processing, Payroll Accounting and Payroll Reporting
• Responsible for testing SAP system updates (Service Pack and Enhancement updates) including year end & legislative updates
• Responsible for initiating change requests, testing enhancements, new system configuration, and sign off
• Supporting department in User Acceptance testing as required
• Attends user group sessions to stay abreast of new system developments and to provide end users with training, new tools and shortcuts.  
• Escalation point to support HCM & Payroll Managers with trouble shooting & fixes related to HCM & Payroll issues
• Supports HCM & Payroll to develop process efficiencies and ongoing process improvements
• Manage and lead HCM & Payroll projects or initiatives as requested

What You'll Bring to the Team:

• Minimum of 5 years of Payroll experience
• Minimum of 5 years of experience related to SAP HCM & Payroll & Reporting
• Strong SAP technical expertise, advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, Business Objects, advanced Excel required 
• Ability to manage and lead projects
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills (written and verbal) 
• Act with discretion and confidentiality 
• Strong organizational skills, including balancing multiple responsibilities and effectively meet deadlines 
• Proven ability to work independently as well as with a team 
• Strong business acumen and understanding of organizational structures and functions 
• Analytical thinking skills to systematically break down issues & determine root cause  

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the ACA during any step of the application process please click here.