Administrator Payroll (contract)

Sobeys; Stellarton; On-site; CAD 27,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Employee Share Ownership Plan

10% in-store discount

Virtual healthcare

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Learning and development opportunities

Parental leave top-up

Paid vacation

Job summary

Sobeys Inc. is seeking a Payroll Administrator for a 6-month contract based in Stellarton. This role focuses on master data processing, issues resolution across Kronos, SAP HR and Dayforce, and delivering payroll services to HR partners and employees.

The ideal candidate has a relevant degree, Canadian payroll knowledge, strong communication and customer service skills, and proficiency with MS Office. The position emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and teamwork within a large Canadian

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or 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.

Responsibilities

• Process employee master data and meet SLA expectations.
• Assist with troubleshooting Kronos, SAP HR, and Dayforce issues.
• Provide payroll customer service to HR partners, franchise operators, leaders and employees.
• Respond to payroll emails and calls per SLA.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve payroll issues.
• Provide guidance on payroll processes and tools.
• Coordinate with CRA and Service Canada and other stakeholders.
• Execute payroll reports and ensure data accuracy.
• Execute pay scale reclassification processes.
• Scan and organize payroll documents as required.
• Partner with HR and Operations to deliver effective payroll service.
• Act as an ambassador for Payroll solutions within HR and the organization.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Independent worker

Education

Undergraduate degree or college diploma

Tools

SAP HR

Dayforce

Job description

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 6 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.

Total Rewards

• Health and dental benefits
• Retirement and savings programs including an Employee Share Ownership Plan
• 10% in-store discount at participating banners
• Virtual healthcare
• An Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Learning and development opportunities
• Parental leave top-up
• Paid vacation
• Compensation structure that is flexible, equitable and competitive in the market to enable performance and growth

Including the expected range of compensation in accordance with Pay Transparency Legislation where required.

Additional Information

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We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to support efficiencies in the candidate screening, assessment, and recruitment processes. These AI tools do not make hiring decisions on behalf of the Company. Hiring decisions are made by our Hiring Teams.

Sobeys is committed to creating accessible and inclusive hiring processes. We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process.

Please note: Successful candidates will be required to provide documentation to prove their legal ability to work in the position during the onboarding process. Documentation will be assessed by the employer prior to commencement of work.