Title:  Payroll Analyst

Requisition ID: 267827

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Purpose
We are committed to investing in our employees and helping you continue your career at ScotiaGBS
The Payroll Analyst is responsible for supporting the Canadian Payroll Operations Team with daily
payroll functions including assisting the team with the bi-weekly payroll process, management of
employee inquiries, preparation of ROEs, and tax forms and various projects. In addition, provide
support with an eagerness to learn and be challenged.

Accountabilities
• Champions a customer focused culture to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank
relationships, systems and knowledge.
• Support the day-to-day payroll activities within the Payroll Operations Team including preparation
and processing of the biweekly payroll, the preparation of ROEs and tax forms using the SAP Payroll
System
• Assist with payroll-related investigations escalated through the HR Service – Case Management
syste.• Assists with year-end payroll activities (T4’s, RL1’s, reconciliations and filings) – On an as
needed basis
• Lead the active claims process through exection of reports, audits and employee email
communication
• Assits with year-end activities and processes such as auditing tax slips, and working with HR partners
to ensure a successful year-end closing
• Ensures the processing and completion of all payroll data are in compliance with the Bank’s policies
and procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Understands how the Bank’s risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day
activities and decisions
• Leads by example by being a champion in PEGA case management, delivering quality customer
service and keeping our employees and client satisfaction top of mind, while delivering on our SLA and
commitment to our customers
• Actively pursues effective and efficient operations within his/her respective areas, while ensuring the
adequacy, adherence to and effectiveness of day-to-day business controls to meet obligations with
respect to operational risk, regulatory compliance risk, AML/ATF risk and conduct risk, including but
not limited to responsibilities under the Operational Risk Management Framework, Regulatory
Compliance Risk Management Framework, AML/ATF Global Handbook and the Guidelines for
Business Conduct.

Education / Experience / Other Information (include only those that are specific to the role)

• University degree or student of Accounting, Finance, Business Management, or related
field.
• Relevant working experience of minimum of 1 year
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Advanced English Skills

Requirements

Strong verbal & written communication skills (English and Spanish) - Required
• 1-2 years of experience in similar roles (desired)• Technical/Technological degree or undergraduate in Business
Administration, Human Resources, or similar.
• Knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, i.e. Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and
Excel, to enable the incumbent to produce Word documents and presentations professionally, accurately and
efficiently as required by the Leadership team.
• Excellent interpersonal skills: Represents the department as the first contact for visitors, staff, and vendors.
Must maintain strong relationships with Leadership Team, handle confidential matters discretely, and remain
calm under pressure.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills: Must be able to effectively direct incoming calls from multiple
sources and take detailed messages where appropriate. Must be able to correct spelling/grammar/vocabulary
on outgoing material, and complete and distribute accurate minutes for business meetings attended.
• Task and results-oriented, self-motivated, and highly organized: must effectively and efficiently multi-task to
handle high volumes of work under strict deadlines, prioritizing the workload as required. Able to demonstrate
flexibility with working outside normal schedule as required to meet business needs.
• Customer focused: use interpersonal, listening, communication and negotiating skills to deal with staff at all
levels, including clerical, supervisory/management, senior management within the HR services Operations sites,
other key internal partners, and third-party vendors.

Location(s):  Colombia : Bogota : Bogota 

Scotia GBS is a Scotiabank Group company located in Bogota, Colombia created to support different processes of the Bank and the development and execution of its global services strategy in 15 countries in the Americas. It is composed of 7 service units. We offer an inclusive, positive work environment, and competitive benefits.

At ScotiaGBS, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at ScotiaGBS; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.