The Payroll and Benefits Advisor is responsible for the end-to-end management of payroll and benefits for both unionized and non-unionized employees. This role ensures the accurate and timely processing of payroll, compliance with all applicable payroll tax regulations, reconciliation of payroll accounts, administration of employee benefits, and oversight of various payroll deductions.
To be successful in this role, candidates must be able to perform the essential duties effectively. The qualifications below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with disabilities.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Minimum of 3 years of payroll experience, including both unionized and non-unionized environments
- Experience in the Oil & Gas sector or with drilling contractors is considered an asset
- Strong knowledge of federal and provincial payroll legislation, including Employment Standards, Canada Pension Plan (CPP), Employment Insurance (EI), Workers’ Compensation, and the Income Tax Act
- High level of integrity with the ability to handle confidential information with discretion, accuracy, and timeliness
- Solid understanding of union regulations and collective agreements as they relate to payroll and HR practices
- Highly detail-oriented, with strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, with strong overall computer skills
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with employees, management, and external stakeholders
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with sound judgment and the ability to follow and interpret instructions
- Ability to manage competing priorities and work under pressure in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, including outside regular business hours when required
- Demonstrated initiative in handling routine matters, exercising sound judgment, and knowing when to escalate issues
- Canadian Payroll Association (CPA) certification (PCP or CPM) is considered an asset
Nabors is a leading provider of advanced technology for the energy industry. With operations in about 20 countries, Nabors has established a global network of people, technology and equipment to deploy solutions that deliver safe, efficient and responsible hydrocarbon production. By leveraging its core competencies, particularly in drilling, engineering, automation, data science and manufacturing, Nabors aims to innovate the future of energy and enable the transition to a lower carbon world.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Nabors is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, religion, age, color, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. To learn more about our Fair Employment practices, please refer to the Nabors Code of Conduct .
