Payroll & Benefits Administrator

AcuFast is founded on the idea that the best way to predict the future is to create it – and that philosophy drives everything we do. We are expanding and actively seeking a Payroll & Benefits Administrator to join our team in Saskatoon, SK, supporting our Canadian payroll and HR administration. Reporting to the Manager of Human Resources, the Payroll & Benefit Administrator will collect, verify, and process payroll information, ensure accurate employee compensation and statutory deductions, maintain confidential payroll records, and support benefits and pension administration in accordance with Canadian legislation and company policies. The position also includes full responsibility for preparing payroll-related journal entries and financial reconciliations in collaboration with Finance.

If you thrive in a collaborative environment, appreciate accuracy and detail, and are passionate about making an impact, we'd love to hear from you Our industry is evolving fast, and so are we We're looking for someone who:

• Shares our core values
• Has strong organizational skills and superior attention to detail
• Sees solutions and possibilities rather than roadblocks
• Is proactive, accountable, and outstanding at what they do

Key Responsibilities:

Payroll Processing & Compliance

• Prepare, verify, and process bi-weekly payroll, including regular pay, statutory holiday pay, overtime, vacation payouts, seniority adjustments, and bonuses
• Calculate and process statutory deductions, including CPP, EI, Income Tax, WCB assessments, garnishments, pension contributions, and employer-sponsored deductions
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of CRA remittances, Records of Employment (ROE), T4s, T4As, and other year-end government filings
• Respond to employee payroll questions professionally and confidentially and provide accurate and timely information
• Maintain accurate time and attendance data and confidential payroll files, ensuring compliance with Canadian privacy requirements

Payroll Accounting & General Ledger

• Prepare and post all payroll-related accounting journal entries, including:
• Regular payroll runs
• Employer contributions
• Benefits deductions and premium allocations
• Pension matching and employee contributions
• Accrual adjustments (vacation, statutory holiday, bonuses)
• WCB premiums and adjustments
• Reconcile payroll accounts monthly, ensuring alignment between:
• Payroll system
• Benefits invoices
• Pension contribution reports
• General ledger accounts
• Prepare payroll variance reports, audit schedules, and supporting documentation for internal or external financial reporting
• Identify and resolve discrepancies between payroll financial data and GL postings in coordination with HR and Finance

Benefits & Pension Administration

• Support employee enrollment, eligibility tracking, changes, and terminations for group benefit and insurance programs
• Manage payroll integration for pension plan administration, including eligibility, employer contributions, employee deductions, and reporting
• Review and reconcile benefits invoices and pension contribution reports against payroll data, escalating variances as required
• Ensure accurate payroll deductions for benefits and pensions and maintain up-to-date employee records
• Support employee questions related to benefits, pension, payroll setup, and deductions

HR Coordination & Employee Support

• Support payroll processing within onboarding and offboarding documentation
• Assist with HR reporting, data validation, compensation accuracy, and internal compliance
• Support internal audits, year-end reviews, compensation analysis, and other HR projects as required

Qualifications & Experience:

• 1–3 years of Canadian full-cycle payroll experience
• Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) certification, or ability to obtain certification, is required
• Practical accounting knowledge and experience preparing and posting journal entries, GL reconciliations, accrual adjustments, and payroll variance analysis is required
• Experience with payroll systems and time & attendance platforms is preferred; Paycor, Dayforce, and Great Plains experience are assets
• Strong knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation, CRA requirements, provincial employment standards, ROE rules, and year-end reporting
• Experience administering benefits and pension programs, including reconciliation and invoice validation, is preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel (Pivots, VLOOKUP, data reconciliation templates)
• Strong confidentiality and data integrity discipline
• Knowledge of U.S. payroll is considered an advantage (not required)
• Ability to work independently, collaboratively, and accurately in a fast-paced environment

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications, plus a performance-based bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement Pension Plan with a 4% employer match
• Professional growth opportunities, including payroll and HR development support
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment where innovation and teamwork are valued

About Us

AcuFast provides pork producers across North America and worldwide with breeding stock and innovative genetic and reproduction solutions. We work alongside pork producers and industry partners to build the future of pork production together. It is a future where cutting-edge science and proven farm practices meet, ensuring the health of pigs, producers, and consumers for generations to come. We empower our people by supporting and encouraging them to grow personally as well as professionally. We have a team of keen and innovative thinkers. You will love it here.

Create the Future with AcuFast

If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your cover letter and resume to:

(_This position will remain posted till filled)_

Attention: Human Resourceswith a Subject line: Payroll & Benefits Admin

While we appreciate all the applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. AcuFast is an equal-opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration. Applicants not currently eligible to work in the Canada will not be considered for this position. To know more about us visit our website at

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person