Team Lead Payroll

## Team Lead Payroll Apply locations:
Calgary, Alberta time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition :
JR2731##
** Keyera Career Opportunity
**** Why Keyera?
** It’s our purpose-driven culture, benefits, and people. From flexible, customizable benefits and an employer-funded pension plan to our Keyera Connects social investment program and paid employee volunteer days, we’re focused on empowering our people and communities.

When you work with us, you'll enjoy:
** Flexible Benefits
** to meet your individual and family needs,including* $3,500 plus 4.5% of base salary each year to customize your benefits and investments
* Saving plan options, including an Employee Share Purchase Plan, RRSP, and TFSA
* Defined Contribution Pension Plan funded by Keyera up to 10% of base salary
* Wellness Personal Spending Account of $750 per year to cover wellness expenses

Paid vacation and eight flex days each year
* Two paid volunteer days each year to support the causes that are most important to you
* Employee Family Assistance Program with a variety of support resources from professional counselling to financial planning support and more.

Role/Location Specific
* Keyera’s Northern Allowance is a tiered incentive program based on years of service, currently offered to employees working at the following locations:
Grande Prairie Office, Wapiti, Simonette, Gold Creek, South Cheecham, and Fox Creek Terminal. This information reflects the current state of the program and may be subject to change over time.

Please note that compensation and benefits may be different based on the work location, position, and a candidate's experience and qualifications.## Job Type:Permanent
** THE POSITION
** As our experienced
** Team Lead, Payroll**, you’ll be the anchor of our payroll operations—guiding a dedicated team, ensuring compliance with complex regulations, and rolling up your sleeves to help process payroll alongside your team. You’ll be setting the standard for excellence while mentoring others to grow in their payroll careers. Your leadership will ensure that every pay cycle runs smoothly, accurately, and in full compliance with federal and provincial legislation.
** OUR MISSION
** We believe payroll is more than just numbers—it’s about trust, accuracy, and ensuring every team member feels valued and supported. Our mission is to deliver payroll with precision, compliance, and care, while fostering a culture where people thrive. We value integrity, accountability, and leadership that inspires others to do their best work.
** RESPONSIBILITIES
* ** Lead, coach, and mentor a small team of payroll professionals, fostering a positive culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
* Oversee and participate in the full end-to-end payroll process for multiple pay groups, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
* Stay ahead of, and ensure compliance in, payroll legislation, tax requirements, and reporting obligations.
* Partner with HR, Finance, IT, and other stakeholders to resolve payroll-related issues and improve processes.
* Implement best practices, streamline workflows, and leverage payroll technology to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
* Serve as the escalation point for complex payroll queries, providing expert guidance and solutions.
** QUALIFICATIONS
* * Education/Skills/

Experience:

* 5 years post Payroll Leadership Professional (PLP) designation.
* 15+ years of direct payroll experience, with increasingly higher responsibility, including leadership.
* Exceptional knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation and regulations.
* Previous experience with US payroll and legislation.
* Background working with complex union bargaining agreements.
* Workday Canadian Payroll module experience.  

Experience with Paychex is also an asset.
* Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (especially Excel).
* Competence with process improvement initiatives across multiple teams.
* Knowledge of payroll accounting, reconciliations and financial controls.

Personal Qualities:
* A passion for payroll as a profession, with a commitment to continuous learning and professional…