Senior Payroll Analyst, Technical Projects

Requisition ID: 263525 

Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

Please note, this is a temporary full-time opportunity that will go until October 2027.

The Senior Payroll Analyst is responsible for supporting SAP payroll reporting, testing activities, and system-related initiatives. In this role, you will provide technical guidance and support to Payroll Analysts, help resolve complex system-related issues, and contribute to payroll projects and process improvements. You will work closely with Payroll, HR, Finance, and Technology teams to ensure system accuracy, efficiency, and compliance. 

Is this role right for you? In this role you will:

• Provide day-to-day technical support on SAP payroll, including payroll reporting, system testing, and issue investigation 

• Assist Payroll Management with investigating and resolving complex payroll discrepancies, including those related to system calculations, reporting, and integrations 

• Support SAP payroll testing cycles, including validating system changes, identifying defects, and ensuring outputs align with expected results 

• Assist with payroll projects and enhancements by working closely with the SAP Payroll Technology team to improve system efficiency and functionality 

• Support year-end activities, including preparation, validation, reconciliation, and filing of tax forms (T4, T4A, Relevé 1), ensuring compliance with CRA requirements 

• Assist with SAP payroll configuration activities as required, ensuring alignment with business and project requirements 

• Ensure all payroll system activities are completed in compliance with Bank policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements 

• Lead by example through strong case management, delivering high-quality service to employees while meeting SLAs and maintaining operational excellence 

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role? - We'd love to work with you if you have:

• Post-secondary Degree or Diploma in Human Resources, Accounting, Business, or a related field 

• PCP or PLP designation from the National Payroll Institute (completed or in progress) 

• 3–5 years of experience in a high-volume, complex payroll environment 

• Hands-on experience working with SAP payroll, including exposure to payroll reporting, testing, or system issue resolution 

• Strong understanding of payroll system processes and how payroll data flows through SAP and related systems 

• Experience supporting payroll testing cycles, system enhancements, or payroll-related projects 

• Strong knowledge of Federal and Provincial Employment Standards legislation 

• Strong understanding of payroll processes, controls, and compliance requirements 

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across Payroll, HR, Finance, and Technology teams 

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment 

• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 

Location(s):  Canada : Ontario : Toronto 

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.  

At Scotiabank, 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. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our  Recruitment team know. If you require technical assistance, please click here. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.