Manager, Royalty
Electronic Arts
Vancouver, BC
Senior Payroll Specialist (Temporary Full Time)
We entertain millions of people across the globe with the most amazing and immersive interactive software in the industry. But making games is hard work. That's why we employ the most creative, passionate people in the industry.
We are looking for a Senior Payroll Specialist to join our fast-paced Canadian Payroll Team culture for a 6-month contract. The EA Canada Payroll team processes payroll for approximately 2800+ employees in 5 Provinces across Canada. The successful candidate will have a flexible and team-oriented outlook and be responsible for providing general administration coverage and overall support to the team during a planned system conversion (i.e. North American Payroll Project).
Responsibilities will include:
• Backfill support to Payroll Manager and Payroll Supervisor for the duration of the contract
• Processing leaves on a bi-weekly basis
• Review current leave process, recommend and assist in the implementation of a new workflow
• Respond to various employee, business partner and governmental inquires
• Liaise with our business partners
• Process a full-cycle bi-weekly payroll for 2800+ employees, across Canada, using ADP PaySpecialist
• Verify and process new hires, transfers, promotions and other data changes imported from Workday
• Accurately administer employee changes such as RRSP, ESPP, banking, tax, etc.
• Create/update excel files and workbooks for import into ADP
• Process terminations and issuing ROE's
• Monitor and track errors and issues for metrics
• Calculate various compensation and other manual payments
• Communicate, monitor and ensure compliance to employment standards and company policies
• Reviewing, recommending, leading and participating in process improvements, to eliminate inefficiencies and automate where appropriate
• Work with auditors whenever necessary
• Reporting and remitting government payments such as WCB, WSIB, EHT and Federal/Provincial Taxes
• Processing taxable benefits such as Gifts and Awards, ESPP, SOP and RSU's
• Balancing CRA accounts
• Preparing adhoc reports upon request
• Assisting with Payroll G/L account reconciliations
• General filing, photocopying and other administrative tasks as required
Skills and Knowledge
• Demonstrated ability to work well independently and in a team environment
• Can do attitude and approach, willingness to do what it takes to get the job done
• Focus on customer service and delivering a superior customer experience
• Effective communication skills both written, and verbal, excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong emotional intelligence and self-awareness
• Ability to work well under pressure and tight deadlines
• Demonstrated ability in managing priorities and deadlines
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail, and results oriented
• Advanced knowledge of payroll processes, computer systems, and MS Office programs
• Working knowledge of the Employment Standards Act and Regulations, Human Rights Legislation and Canada Revenue Agency taxation rules is required
Selection Criteria
• 3-5 years payroll experience
• Experience with ADP PaySpecialist
• Quebec payroll an asset
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
• Able to work in a high volume and fast paced environment
• CPA PCP designation or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices
Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d86y1q-44-206-227-65-42 in your application.
Electronic Arts Inc. is a global leader in digital interactive entertainment. EA develops and delivers games, content and online services for Internet-connected consoles, mobile devices and personal computers.