Payroll & Benefits Specialist - Element Technical Services

Payroll & Benefits Specialist - Element Technical Services

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 Specialist 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.