Senior Payroll Administrator - Jobs in Greater Vancouver

Job Description

An international senior gold producer headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, is looking for a Senior Payroll Administrator. Founded in 2007, the company has operating gold mines, a mine under construction in northern Canada, and numerous development and exploration projects in various countries.IntroductionReporting to the Manager, Domestic and Expatriate Payrolls, the Senior Payroll Administrator position will be responsible for semi-monthly Canadian payroll, ensuring the accurate calculation of wages, tax withholding, and company deductions, preparing GL account reconciliations, supporting to preparation reports, records, and other correspondence related to payroll matters. This position must ensure payroll calculations and actions are per Canadian legislation and companies’ policies and procedures. This position will also have an opportunity to learn about expatriate payrolls including the U.S., Mali, Namibia, Ivory Coast, France, and Finland. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated self-starter with a sound understanding of payroll-related legislation that is efficient and highly effective working independently and within a team environment.LocationThis is a full-time position based at the Corporate Office in Vancouver, Canada with a flexible work arrangement option available.Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare, verify, and process all employee payroll-related payments, including regular pay, benefits, equities, and special payments such as bonuses, severance, directors’ fees, and vacation pay;
• Extract timesheets and review work hours for completeness and accuracy ensuring that hours are categorized and allocated to the correct cost centers;
• Make ADP entries for new hires, terminations, and adjustments ensuring all wage changes are made accurately;
• Prepare semi-monthly journal entries, reconcile payroll and benefits related to general ledger accounts;
• Process ROE, balance EHT, and WCB for each pay period;
• Maintain and update employee information, such as records of employee attendance, leave, and overtime to calculate pay and benefit entitlements, in Canadian and other currencies, using manual or computerized systems;
• Prepare and verify statements of earnings for employees, indicating gross and net salaries and deductions;
• Administer the Company’s group RRSP plan;
• Complete, verify, and process forms and documentation for the administration of benefits such as pension plans and medical insurance;
• Prepare payroll-related filings and supporting documentation, such as year-end tax statements, pension, Records of Employment, and other statements;
• Compile, review, and monitor statistical reports, statements, and summaries related to pay and benefits accounts;
• Respond to payroll-related employee inquiries and communications;
• Reconciliation of payroll-related accounts including but not limited to benefits reconciliation, stock options, and year-end reconciliations;
• Ad hoc projects as required;
• May be responsible for the development or implementation of payroll policies, procedures, or processes; and
• Perform other duties as required in support of Company objectives.

Requirements:

• College diploma or bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Accounting, or similar from a reputable post-secondary program;
• PCP Designation from the National Payroll Institute (formerly Canadian Payroll Association);

• Minimum five years of practical Canadian payroll experience;
• ADP experience is a must in processing multi-province payroll with 100+ employees;

• Good understanding of Canadian/BC payroll legislation and regulatory framework;

• Advanced level working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel skills including the ability to generate detailed reports;

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy with a customer service focus;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to communicate professionally with both internal and external stakeholders;
• Able to work independently under minimum supervision;
• Able to prioritize, adapt, and manage multiple priorities while adhering to strict deadlines; and
• Ability to understand/maintain confidentiality, a strong work ethic, with a team-player mindset are imperative attributes.

Additional Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with cross-border US payroll is considered a strong asset;
• Prior experience in the mining industry is considered an asset.

CompensationThe company prioritizes local employment, supports empowerment initiatives, and continuously works towards a people profile that matches the demographics of the respective national settings in which we operate while appreciating its inclusive culture that attracts talent from around the world. As an equal opportunity employer, they value diversity and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.They offer a competitive compensation package, including a base salary commensurate with the candidate’s experience, knowledge, and skill set, and a comprehensive benefit package for employees and their eligible dependents. The base salary range for this position is CAD $70,000 – 85,000 per annum, which is the anticipated pay at the time of hire but does not reflect similar future job opportunities. Details of the total compensation package will be shared during the interview process.If this sounds like the best opportunity for you, please send your resume to agugliotta@ag-recruitment.com.Powered by JazzHR