Payroll Administrator

Agrifoods International Cooperative Ltd; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Agrifoods International Cooperative Ltd in Burnaby, BC is seeking a Payroll Administrator on a 13-month contract to join our Payroll Team. You will handle bi-weekly payroll processing, benefits administration, and support the payroll group with key tasks.

The role requires 2–3 years of Canadian payroll experience, knowledge of payroll systems, strong Excel skills, and attention to detail. French is a plus; PCP certification is desirable.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in Canadian payroll and accounting.
• Experience with complex payroll systems in large organizations.
• Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certification or working towards

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll for head office and payroll team.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and address discrepancies.
• Assist with payroll journal entries, source deductions, and tax filings.
• Administer employee benefits including enrollments, changes, and terminations.
• Assist with month-end and year-end reporting tasks.
• Ensure compliance with payroll regulations and company policies.
• Provide backup payroll support as needed.

Skills

Payroll processes

Communication skills

MS Office & Excel

Education

PCP Certification or working towards

Tools

Avanti

ADP

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to join our Payroll Team! In this role, you will be responsible for the administration of payroll and benefits while supporting the payroll team as needed.

ROLE: Payroll Administrator (13-month contract)

REPORTS TO: Payroll Manager

LOCATION: Burnaby, BC

Opportunities

As a Payroll Admin, you will ensure accurate and timely payroll processing while managing key systems. In this fast-paced environment, you’ll be able to showcase your attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. This role also offers opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to process improvements.

Here Is Who You Are…

Drive & motivation

• You want to expand your knowledge in payroll.
• You enjoy tasks that require organization, accuracy, and attention to detail
• You are passionate about process improvement.

Character & ABILITIES

• You are exceptionally organized and detail oriented.
• You demonstrate professionalism, excellent customer service, and confidentiality.
• You are a quick learner with a process-driven mindset.
• You can manage deadlines and tasks under pressure.

Knowledge & skills

• You have a strong background in payroll processes.
• You have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• You have strong computer skills, including MS Office and Excel.

Experience

• You have at least 2-3 years of experience in Canadian payroll and accounting.
• You have worked with complex payroll systems in large organizations.
• Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certification or working towards

Nice-to-Have

• Experience with third-party payroll software such as Avanti and ADP.
• French language skills.

things you will do…

• Process bi-weekly payroll for head office and provide backup support to the team.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and address discrepancies.
• Assist in payroll-related journal entries, source deductions, and tax filings.
• Administer employee benefits, including enrollments, changes, and terminations.
• Assist with various month-end and year-end reporting tasks.
• Ensure compliance with payroll regulations and company policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Other …

• You may be required to work extra hours throughout the contract period.

Payroll Description

Detailed Description of Duties:

• Support the preparation and processing of bi-weekly payroll for both hourly and salaried employees.
• Manage payroll data for new hires, terminations, ROEs, rate adjustments, and deductions.
• Reconcile and maintain payroll filings, including benefits, WCB, and tax submissions.
• Assist with payroll journal entries, source deductions, and month-end/year-end reporting.
• Help administer employee benefits, including enrollments, updates, and terminations.
• Perform other related duties as required.