Associate Financial Analyst

At Molson Coors, we tackle big challenges and defy the status quo. With a proud legacy of excellence, an incredible portfolio of beer, seltzers, spirits, and non-alcohol brands, and a bold vision for our future, we’re on the path to transforming the beverage industry. We seek, value and respect everyone’s unique perspectives and experiences, collaborate as a team, and celebrate each other’s successes.

About the role

In the role of Associate Financial Analyst-Payroll, you will support the accurate, timely, and compliant processing of payroll across North America. As part of the Global Business Services (GBS) Payroll team, you will assist with payroll administration, reporting, issue resolution, compliance activities, and continuous improvement initiatives. You will collaborate with Payroll managed services providers, HR, Finance, Tax, GPO, IT, and Legal to ensure payroll compliance and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Support the accurate and timely processing of payroll across U.S. and Canadian operations while ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Perform payroll accounting activities, including payroll reconciliations, balance sheet account analysis, general ledger review, accrual validation, and preparation of payroll-related journal entries to ensure financial accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Review, validate, and reconcile payroll data, identifying and resolving discrepancies prior to payroll processing.
• Research and resolve payroll inquiries from employees, managers, HR, and business stakeholders, providing a high level of customer service.
• Support compliance activities, SOX controls, audits, and maintenance & retention of payroll documentation and procedures.
• Participate in payroll system enhancements, testing, process improvements, and continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field preferred.
• 1-3 years of payroll, accounting, finance, human resources, or related experience.
• Experience supporting multi-state, multi-province, or multi-entity payrolls preferred.
• Experience with payroll systems such as Dayforce, UKG, ADP, Workday, or SAP is preferred.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP), Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC), or Canadian Payroll certification is a plus.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and a high level of customer service.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision in a team setting.
• Ability to work with and maintain confidential documents and information.
• Excellent organizational skills to complete a large volume of work timely and accurately and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to complete complex projects quickly and adeptly with an understanding of business priorities.
• Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills to achieve desired outcomes.
• Accountability for results – acting with integrity and honoring commitments.
• Thirst for learning – always looking for ways to learn and help one another grow.
• Alignment with our core values.

Benefits

• Hybrid schedule of 4 days in office.
• Engagement with a variety of Employee Resource Groups, providing volunteer opportunities, leadership experience, and networking.
• Career growth and development centered around First Choice Learning opportunities.
• Competitive Total Rewards program including:
  • Competitive base salary and incentive plans.
  • Parental leave.
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401k option with above-market employer match.
  • Generous paid time off plans (including holidays, vacation days, and sick days).
  • Engaging Wellness Program.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with extensive resources.
• On-site Pub access to brand clothing and swag, top events, and free beer and beverages.
• Work within a fast-paced and innovative company, meeting passionate colleagues and partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Pay

Posting salary range: $58,700.00 - $77,100.00 plus a 10% target short-term incentive. On average, $23,000 is spent on benefits per employee, including health, dental, vision, retirement with above-market employer match, wellness incentives, and EAP.