Telesat (NASDAQ and TSX: TSAT) is a leading global satellite operator, providing reliable and secure satellite-delivered communications solutions worldwide to broadcast, telecommunications, corporate and government customers for over 50 years. Backed by a legacy of engineering excellence, reliability and industry-leading customer service, Telesat has grown to be one of the largest and most successful global satellite operators.
Telesat Lightspeed, our revolutionary Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network, scheduled to begin service in 2027, will revolutionize global broadband connectivity for enterprise users by delivering a combination of high capacity, security, resiliency and affordability with ultra-low latency and fiber-like speeds. Telesat is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, and has offices and facilities around the world.
The company’s state-of-the-art fleet consists of 15 GEO satellites, the Canadian payload on ViaSat-1 and one LEO 3 demonstration satellite. For more information, follow Telesat on X and LinkedIn or visit www.telesat.com
Telesat believes in the power of collaboration and the value of in-person interactions. This is why our employees generally work from the office Tuesday - Thursday, leaving Monday and Friday for choice and flexibility to work where you feel most effective. This setup fosters brainstorming, problem-solving, and trusted relationships and allows our marketing team to come together three days a week to collaborate, innovate and thrive!
Reporting to the Head of Human Resources, the Senior Payroll Analyst implements, maintains, and reviews payroll processing systems to ensure efficient, timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions. Identifies any areas of improvements within payrolls and leads the implementation of new payroll processes and systems.
Main Responsibilities:
Coaches the Payroll Analyst(s)
Responds to employee queries on payroll related matters and communicates constantly with payroll providers to solve various issues while providing a balanced approach to routine and complex issues.
Responsible for reviewing the processes and files completed by the Payroll Analyst(s) once payroll is balanced. Review supporting documentation, bi-weekly control books, main control books, registers etc.
Communicates and works closely with external payroll providers, tax advisors and internal teams (legal, tax, procurement) to implement Payroll in new countries/legal entities to ensure compliance with local legislation.
Initiates and completes the application process for Unemployment and Tax Withholding accounts in various US States
Ensures all Payrolls (National and International) are compliant as per local legislation and internal procedures.
Reviews and signs off on the monthly pension registers.
Acts as first point of contact for all payroll providers when changes are requested and implemented.
Responsible for the payroll audit and for responding to requests from internal and external auditors related to payrolls, 401K plan, Canadian pension plans or any other areas managed by Payroll.
Collaborates with various internal and external teams to ensure compliance of the 401K plan to federal legislation. Files annual reports with government authorities
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