Senior Payroll Analyst

Co-op

. Provide functional guidance and subject matter expertise for payroll activities across the Co-operative Retailing System (CRS) .

Posted 9/23/2026contractSaskatoon • CanadaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in payroll administration and user acceptance testing, with a strong focus on process documentation and stakeholder engagement. Proven ability to implement process improvements and collaborate effectively within a fast-paced environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Payroll Administration ExpertiseOracle Payroll User Acceptance TestingProcess Documentation CreationFamiliarity With UKGBachelor's Degree In Accounting

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Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessingUser Acceptance TestingProcess ImprovementStakeholder EngagementKnowledge Transfer

Soft Skills

Collaborative WorkProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

OracleUKG

Certifications & Qualifications

Criminal Record Check

Industry Keywords

Co-operative Retailing SystemPayroll ActivitiesAmalgamationsDissolutionsYear-End Processes

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Oracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide functional guidance and subject matter expertise for payroll activities across the Co-operative Retailing System (CRS)
Lead Oracle payroll user acceptance testing, validate system changes, and ensure payroll readiness
Act as the primary lead for amalgamations, dissolutions, and year-end processes
Create and maintain process documentation
Enable effective knowledge transfer across the team
Manage welcome packages, training, and stakeholder engagement for People Forward initiatives
Partner with payroll and technical teams to resolve complex issues
Implement process improvements and escalate system needs
Support FCL, local Co-ops, and employees across the Co-operative Retailing System
Report to the Senior Manager, Payroll Services

Requirements

What you’ll need

6+ years of relevant experience in payroll processing and/or customer support on payroll systems
Bachelor’s degree with a major in accounting; a combination of relevant education and experience may be considered
Familiarity with UKG and Oracle
May be required to complete a criminal record check in accordance with FCL policies
Ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
Payroll administration expertise

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salaries
Short-term incentives
Comprehensive benefits package
Employer-contributed pension plan
Learning opportunities for growth and development
Reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process
Diversity and inclusion-focused workplace