Payroll Specialist

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 partner every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

Reporting to the Payroll Supervisor, the Payroll Specialist will be responsible for the 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.

• Support 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
• Test SAP system updates (Service Pack and Enhancement updates) including year end and legislative updates
• Initiate change requests, testing enhancements, new system configuration, and sign off
• Support the department in User Acceptance testing as required
• Attend 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 troubleshooting and fixes related to HCM & Payroll issues
• Support HCM & Payroll to develop process efficiencies and ongoing process improvements
• Manage and lead HCM & Payroll projects or initiatives as requested

• 5+ years of Payroll experience, related to SAP HCM & Payroll & Reporting
• SAP technical expertise, advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, Business Objects, Power BI and Power Automate
• Knowledge of Robotic Process Automation is considered an asset
• US and International payroll experience an asset
• Demonstrated ability to manage and lead projects
• Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills to systematically break down issues and determine root cause
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Act with discretion and confidentiality
• Strong organizational skills, including balancing multiple responsibilities and effectively meeting deadlines
• Proven ability to work independently as well as with a team
• Business acumen and understanding of organizational structures and functions

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. Appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, Aecon may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. These tools are applied responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Aecon’s AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Human Resources

• Construction

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada