Payroll Analyst

Requisition ID: 267827

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Purpose

We are committed to investing in our employees and helping you continue your career at ScotiaGBS

The Payroll Analyst is responsible for supporting the Canadian Payroll Operations Team with daily

payroll functions including assisting the team with the bi-weekly payroll process, management of

employee inquiries, preparation of ROEs, and tax forms and various projects. In addition, provide

support with an eagerness to learn and be challenged.

Accountabilities

• Champions a customer focused culture to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank

relationships, systems and knowledge.

• Support the day-to-day payroll activities within the Payroll Operations Team including preparation

and processing of the biweekly payroll, the preparation of ROEs and tax forms using the SAP Payroll

System

• Assist with payroll-related investigations escalated through the HR Service - Case Management

syste.

• Assists with year-end payroll activities (T4’s, RL1’s, reconciliations and filings) - On an as

needed basis

• Lead the active claims process through exection of reports, audits and employee email

communication

• Assits with year-end activities and processes such as auditing tax slips, and working with HR partners

to ensure a successful year-end closing

• Ensures the processing and completion of all payroll data are in compliance with the Bank’s policies

and procedures, and regulatory requirements

• Understands how the Bank’s risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day

activities and decisions

• Leads by example by being a champion in PEGA case management, delivering quality customer

service and keeping our employees and client satisfaction top of mind, while delivering on our SLA and

commitment to our customers

• Actively pursues effective and efficient operations within his/her respective areas, while ensuring the

adequacy, adherence to and effectiveness of day-to-day business controls to meet obligations with

respect to operational risk, regulatory compliance risk, AML/ATF risk and conduct risk, including but

not limited to responsibilities under the Operational Risk Management Framework, Regulatory

Compliance Risk Management Framework, AML/ATF Global Handbook and the Guidelines for

Business Conduct.

Education / Experience / Other Information (include only those that are specific to the role)

• University degree or student of Accounting, Finance, Business Management, or related

field.

• Relevant working experience of minimum of 1 year
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Advanced English Skills

Requirements

Strong verbal & written communication skills (English and Spanish) - Required

• 1-2 years of experience in similar roles (desired)
• Technical/Technological degree or undergraduate in Business

Administration, Human Resources, or similar.

• Knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, i.e. Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and

Excel, to enable the incumbent to produce Word documents and presentations professionally, accurately and

efficiently as required by the Leadership team.

• Excellent interpersonal skills: Represents the department as the first contact for visitors, staff, and vendors.

Must maintain strong relationships with Leadership Team, handle confidential matters discretely, and remain

calm under pressure.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills: Must be able to effectively direct incoming calls from multiple

sources and take detailed messages where appropriate. Must be able to correct spelling/grammar/vocabulary

on outgoing material, and complete and distribute accurate minutes for business meetings attended.

• Task and results-oriented, self-motivated, and highly organized: must effectively and efficiently multi-task to

handle high volumes of work under strict deadlines, prioritizing the workload as required. Able to demonstrate

flexibility with working outside normal schedule as required to meet business needs.

• Customer focused: use interpersonal, listening, communication and negotiating skills to deal with staff at all

levels, including clerical, supervisory/management, senior management within the HR services Operations sites,

other key internal partners, and third-party vendors.

Location(s): Colombia : Bogota : Bogota

Scotia GBS is a Scotiabank Group company located in Bogota, Colombia created to support different processes of the Bank and the development and execution of its global services strategy in 15 countries in the Americas. It is composed of 7 service units. We offer an inclusive, positive work environment, and competitive benefits.

At ScotiaGBS, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at ScotiaGBS; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.