Payroll Administrator (12-month Contract)

Job summary

The Payroll Administrator is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll for over 1000 employees across Canada and the US. They also manage third-party remittances, year-end tax activities, and provide support for payroll system testing and implementation.

Job details

Canada - BC - Richmond Payroll Administrator Full-time, Temporary (12-month Contract) This position can be based out of Richmond, BC, Brossard, QC, or in Alberta The Payroll Administrator works within the payroll & HR administrative team to ensure the timely and accurate processing of payroll for over 1000 employees in Canada and the US. This is a challenging position which involves multiple union agreements and pay frequencies. The ability to prioritize and pay attention to detail is highly important. A positive attitude and friendly customer service are essential. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a complex payroll environment using a variety of software tools, is well organized, and enjoys a fast paced work environment. Responsibilities Process payrolls for Canada and US locations as assigned Remit 3 rd -party payments including pension, workers compensation premiums, union dues and etc. Process year-end activities including reconciliations and issuance of tax forms including T4, W2 and T2200. Back-up and support for other team members Supporting payroll and time system testing Communicate with ADP Client Services to resolve issues Liaise with finance department for funding and journal entry requirements Respond to employee inquiries and requests Respond to unemployment claims, verifications, and statistical reporting Ensure collective bargaining agreements are interpreted for payroll system compliantly as the subject matter expert of payroll Support payroll system implementation Participate in other team projects assigned by the manager Qualifications Professional Experience: Experience with complex payroll systems in multiple jurisdictions in Canada and US, experiences with Quebec payroll is an asset Basic understanding of payroll accounting Union payroll experience is an asset Technology Requirements: Experience with ADP Workforce Now, ADP Workforce Manager, JD Edwards and Dayforce is an asset Proficient with MS Office software Additional Assets: Strong attention to detail, analytical and problem solving skills Superior customer service Strong verbal and written communication skills Strong time management and multitasking skills Able to work independently and as part of a team Languages: Bilingual fluency in English and French is an asset Who We Are Founded in 1948, Graymont is a trusted global leader in essential calcium-based solutions. Professionally managed and family-owned, we proudly serve a wide range of markets, customers, and communities in North America and Asia Pacific. Graymont is also the strategic partner of Grupo Calidra, the largest lime producer in Latin America. Graymont’s strategy is anchored in its strong commitment to its core values of integrity, respect, teamwork, innovation, excellence, accountability, and long-term perspective. Central to our philosophy is a long-term approach to our business, built on a solid commitment to sustainable growth and focus on decarbonization, all of which is embodied in our mission statement: Contributing to a decarbonized world by providing essential lime and limestone solutions. To learn more about the employment experience at Graymont, click here . If you're interested in exploring our current job opportunities, please visit us at www.graymont.com/en/careers .

What you’ll do

The Payroll Administrator is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll for over 1000 employees across Canada and the US. They also manage third-party remittances, year-end tax activities, and provide support for payroll system testing and implementation.

Requirements

Candidates should have experience with complex payroll systems in multiple jurisdictions and a basic understanding of payroll accounting. Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with payroll software like ADP Workforce Now or Dayforce is highly preferred.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• ADP Workforce Now · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Multitasking · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Payroll processing
• ADP Workforce Now
• ADP Workforce Manager
• JD Edwards
• Dayforce
• Payroll accounting
• Union agreements
• Tax form issuance
• Reconciliations
• Customer service
• Time management
• Multitasking
• Analytical skills
• Problem solving
• Communication skills
• Bilingualism

Job areas

• Human Resources
• Finance & Accounting
• Administrative
• Customer Service & Support