Analyst Payroll

Join CPKC, North America’s first transnational railroad connecting the U.S., Canada and Mexico, where your career drives progress and safety is paramount. We connect communities, fuel economic growth and provide meaningful work in a culture that values diversity, accountability and pride. With opportunities for training, development and advancement, you’re not just building a career—you’re part of something bigger.

Together, we move goods, connect people and create lasting change. Your future starts here. PURPOSE OF THE POSITION As a Payroll Analyst, you will be essential in ensuring our employees in Canada and the U.S. are paid accurately and on time, building trust across the organization.

You will manage and improve our SAP payroll processes, collaborate with internal teams and external partners to resolve issues, reconcile accounts and contribute to a seamless payroll experience. Join our team and help us drive efficient operations, maintain compliance and support the financial well‑being of our workforce. This position may be based in Winnipeg, Manitoba or Kansas City, Missouri.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES Successfully implement and manage payroll processes for all employees across Canada and the U.S., ensuring timely and accurate payments Strictly adhere to company policies and government regulations to maintain compliance in all payroll activities, maintaining payroll records and reports Determine and resolve payroll discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing by reconciling earnings, deductions and gross‑to‑net results, while resolving discrepancies and adhering to strict deadlines Validate financial posting entries, monitor and resolve banking transactions or payment rejections, and liaise with banks to maintain seamless payroll operations Monitor Crew Management Application (CMA) Interface and ensure accurate wage payments, particularly for Running Trade Employees (RTEs), by correcting and reprocessing as necessary Process and reconcile third‑party payments, including taxes, union dues and garnishments, ensuring compliance, accuracy and timeliness Assist in year‑end processes and ensure all payroll‑related tax filings are completed accurately Provide outstanding customer service to employees regarding payroll inquiries and issues POSITION REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience in Payroll; Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC), or progress toward these certifications, is considered an added advantage 2+ years of experience working in a payroll function processing full‑cycle payroll using SAP or similar payroll software In‑depth knowledge of payroll regulations and procedures with a preference for experience in both Canadian and U.S. payroll WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER Flexible and competitive benefits package Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans Employee Share Purchase Plan Performance Incentive Plan Annual Fitness Subsidy Part‑time Studies Program CULTURE OF INCLUSION For our U.S. applicants, CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For Canadian applicants CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including: women, Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community and people with disabilities.

Accommodations for the job application process can be provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). #J-18808-Ljbffr