Payroll Administrator

Our Payroll Administrator is detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about the accurate and timely processing of hourly payroll with a strong focus on compliance with union agreements and exceptional service delivery. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are committed to supporting your team and organizational goals, this may be the opportunity you've been searching for

We're looking for a Payroll Administrator to join our team in High Level, Alberta or Vernon, British Columbia. We are dedicated to supporting our operations and delivering exceptional payroll and benefits services for all employees.

Our ideal candidate has the following qualifications:

• Minimum three years of related experience (or equivalent education/experience) in full-cycle payroll and benefits administration, ideally in a unionized environment.
• Demonstrated experience with UKG Pro and Workforce Management systems.
• Working knowledge of benefits administration, labour legislation, WCB, and CRA requirements.
• PCP designation (or in progress) with the Canadian Payroll Association; CEBS certification is an asset.
• Strong analytical and accounting skills, including payroll-related journal entries and reconciliations.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet critical deadlines.
• Effective communication and service-oriented mindset, fostering positive relationships across all levels.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with Word and Outlook.

We value diversity at Tolko and know that experience and knowledge come in many forms. Even if you don't have all the qualifications above, please apply. We would love to hear your story and have you grow with us.

In this role, you will:

• Accurately process bi-weekly payroll for unionized hourly employees in UKG Pro, ensuring compliance with collective agreements, company policies, and deadlines.
• Review and validate employee timecards, attendance records, and overtime to promptly resolve discrepancies.
• Perform month-end close activities, including payroll-related journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations with high accuracy.
• Assist with remittances and reporting for union and non-union retirement plans (DC & DB), RRSP contributions, and statutory withholdings.
• Complete all payroll year-end duties, including reports, taxable benefits, T4s, and payroll tax filings.
• Stay updated on labor laws, tax regulations, and union agreements to ensure payroll compliance.
• Create and maintain documentation (SOPs, user guides) to support payroll processes and compliance.
• Work closely with management team to provide reporting and payroll analysis.
• Deliver exceptional support to employees by addressing pay-related inquiries professionally and empathetically, and recommend process improvements based on inquiry trends.
• If working out of the Vernon, BC office, travel to High Level will be required approximately once per quarter.

So, what's in it for you?

• You'll take on an exciting new challenge with supportive team members.
• You'll earn a competitive salary based on your skills and experience. The expected base salary range for this position is between $54,000 - $72,000 per year.
• You will be eligible to participate in Tolko's bonus program.
• Competitive benefits and retirement plans come standard, so you don't have to choose between your bottom line and wellbeing or your future.
• Continued development through on the job and classroom training and reimbursement of tuition and membership fees.
• A positive, innovative, and inclusive work environment.

We want YOU to join our family. Come Grow Here Apply today

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