Administrator Payroll (12 Month Contract)

Embark on a rewarding career with Sobeys Inc., celebrated among Canada’s Top 100 employers where your unique contributions drive success. Ready to make an impact? Sobeys is full of exciting opportunities, and we are always looking for bright new talent to join our team! We currently have an opportunity for a 12 months contract as Payroll Administrator based out of our office in Stellarton. Where You Will Be Focusing Perform employee master data processing while consistently meeting or exceeding established service level agreements (SLA) Assist Stores and Retail Support Centers with troubleshooting and resolving issues related to Kronos, SAP HR, and Success Factors Provide Payroll customer service to HR Business Partners, Franchise Operators, people leaders and employees Respond to Payroll emails and phone calls based on established SLA’s Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve payroll issues Provide answers/guidance for a broad spectrum of payroll-related questions Provide information to HR Business Partners, Franchise Operators, people leaders and employees to enhance their understanding of payroll processes and tools Communicate and coordinate with various internal and external stakeholders such as CRA, Service Canada, etc. Execute various exception reports to identify payroll errors Print and distribute pay statements and tax statements as required Provide suggestions for continuous improvements to streamline processes and/or administration Assist with special projects/research Ensure all payroll master data records are maintained in accordance with company policy and data governance Audit key payroll data elements to ensure data accuracy Execute pay scale reclassification process Actively participate in the continual improvement of our department by maintaining & updating documentation and training co-workersComplete scanning of payroll documents as required Partner with Human Resources and Operations to provide effective customer service on all payroll related transactions Act as an ambassador for Payroll solutions within HR and the Organization Complete scanning of payroll documents as required What You Have To Offer Undergraduate Degree or a College Diploma with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience Thorough knowledge of Canadian Payroll regulations Experience with SAP HR System (asset) Experience with Dayforce Strong attention to detail Possess strong communication skills (both oral and written) Strong customer service orientation and work ethic Proficient in Microsoft Office Able to be discreet and sensitive to confidential information Able to handle large volumes of work and meet tight deadlines Able to work independently Who We Are Sobeys is one of Canada’s leading grocery retailers, with more than 1,600 stores across all 10 provinces and banners including Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Thrifty Foods, and Lawtons Drug Stores. Our 128,000 teammates and franchise affiliates are passionate about delivering great food and exceptional experiences to our customers and communities. Learn More About Our Story And Culture Who We Are | Why Work With Us Total Rewards We offer a Total Rewards package designed to support teammates at work and in life. Depending on role and eligibility, teammates may receive health and dental benefits, retirement and savings programs including an Employee Share Ownership Plan, a 10% in-store discount at participating banners, virtual healthcare and an Employee and Family Assistance Program, learning and development opportunities, parental leave top-up, and paid vacation. Sobeys is committed to providing a compensation structure that is flexible, equitable and competitive in the market to enable performance and growth. 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The role focuses on processing employee master data and resolving payroll-related issues for stores and retail support centers. It involves coordinating with stakeholders like the CRA and Service Canada while ensuring data accuracy and process improvement.

Candidates need an undergraduate degree or college diploma with at least 2 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in Canadian payroll regulations and experience with SAP HR or Dayforce is highly valued.

• Health Benefits • Dental Benefits • Retirement Programs • Savings Programs • Employee Share Ownership Plan • In-store Discount • Virtual Healthcare • Employee And Family Assistance Program • Learning And Development Opportunities • Parental Leave Top-up • Paid Vacation

• Customer servicePreferred
• Attention to detailPreferred
• Microsoft OfficePreferred

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• Payroll Administration
• Canadian Payroll Regulations
• SAP HR
• Dayforce
• Kronos
• Success Factors
• Microsoft Office
• Customer Service
• Data Governance
• Attention To Detail
• Communication Skills
• Confidentiality Management

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

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 4, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level