Payroll & Benefits Administrator
Calgary, AB
$2,000 Signing Bonus!
About Element Technical Services
Element Technical Services is a privately owned oilfield services company with operations across Canada and the United States. We specialize in providing industry-leading hydraulic fracturing and coiled tubing completion services to our customers. Our commitment is to deliver safe, reliable, and cost-effective solutions while fostering a positive and rewarding work environment for our employees.
As our organization continues to grow, we are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Payroll & Benefits Administrator to join our team in downtown Calgary. Reporting to the Senior Payroll Administrator, the successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality, compliance, and customer service.
Key Responsibilities
- Process and administer bi-weekly payroll for salaried, hourly, and intermittent employees across multiple locations and jurisdictions in Canada and the United States.
- Maintain and update employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, compensation changes, and benefit updates.
- Administer payroll deductions, garnishments, and other employee withholdings.
- Assist with payroll reconciliations and balancing procedures prior to payroll processing.
- Ensure compliance with applicable payroll legislation, tax regulations, and company policies while maintaining strict confidentiality.
- Enroll, update, and reconcile employee information within benefit and retirement plan administration systems.
- Prepare and distribute payroll reports, records of employment, tax forms, and other payroll-related documentation as required.
- Analyze payroll data and identify opportunities to improve processes and controls.
- Maintain employee earnings, deductions, taxable benefits, and vacation records.
- Assist with payroll system improvements, testing, and implementations.
- Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, deductions, benefits, and tax-related matters.
- Work collaboratively with Human Resources and Finance to ensure accurate and efficient payroll administration.
- Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Stay current with changes to payroll legislation, employment standards, and industry best practices.
Qualifications & Experience
- Post-secondary education in Payroll, Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.
- Minimum 2-3 years of payroll administration experience, preferably in a multi-provincial or multi-state environment.
- Experience supporting payrolls of 300+ employees, considered an asset
- Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation completed or actively pursuing certification.
- Strong understanding of payroll legislation, tax regulations, benefits administration, and payroll accounting principles.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
- Experience with ADP and/or Avanti payroll systems is considered a strong asset.
- Exceptional attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion and integrity.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.
- Successful completion of a criminal background check.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and retirement savings programs.
- Paid vacation and personal time off.
- Professional development and career growth opportunities.
- Supportive, collaborative, and team-oriented work environment.
- Convenient downtown Calgary office location.
Why Join Element?
- Join a stable and growing North American energy services company with operations across Canada and the United States.
- Gain exposure to multi-jurisdictional payroll and benefits administration.
- Work closely with Payroll, HR, Finance, and Operations.
- Opportunity to assume increased responsibilities in payroll, benefits, and HR administration over time.
- Exposure to cross-border payroll and finance functions.
- Support for continuing professional education and PCP/PLP certification.
- Be part of a collaborative team where your contributions have a direct impact on employees and the organization.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter outlining their qualifications and relevant experience to [email protected].
While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
