PAYROLL ADMINISTRATOR

CHEMAINUS, BC

$60,000 – $75,000

About Jordan River Logging and the role

At Jordan River, they believe in building a workplace where precision meets purpose. Their team values collaboration, confidentiality, and compassion; all while delivering payroll excellence with efficiency and integrity. We are proud to offer an opportunity to join a professional, supportive, and growing organization nestled in the beautiful coastal town of Chemainus. We’re seeking a seasoned Payroll Administrator to join their corporate team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, unionized environment, is confident with numbers, and takes pride in accuracy and discretion. If you’ve got a passion for payroll and a mind for meticulous detail, this could be your next great career move.

Key Responsibilities

·      Accurately process bi-weekly and monthly payroll for hourly employees, including unionized staff

·      Respond to internal and external inquiries related to payroll, deductions, benefits, and reporting

·      Prepare, enter, and reconcile journal entries and payroll sub-ledgers to the general ledger

·      Ensure full compliance with government regulations and union agreements

·      Submit timely and accurate payroll tax remittances, government, benefit, and union reports

·      Create and file electronic ROEs (Records of Employment)

·      Assist with onboarding new employees and maintain employee records

·      Support internal audits and provide reporting to leadership as needed

·      Maintain strict confidentiality in handling sensitive payroll and employee data

Skills and Qualifications

·      3+ years of payroll experience in a corporate or unionized environment (union experience preferred)

·      Working knowledge of Daybreak and Adagio systems would be an asset but not required

·      Strong understanding of Canadian payroll legislation and reporting requirements

·      Payroll Compliance Practitioner designation (or in progress) strongly preferred

·      Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills

·      Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines without compromising accuracy

·      Comfortable working with all levels of staff and external agencies with professionalism and tact

·      Demonstrated ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality

·      A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a collaborative approach

If you're a payroll professional who thrives in a role where precision, process, and people matter, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience.

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