Payroll Administrator

Emcon Services Inc; Merritt; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time position (40 hours/week)

Flexible Benefit Plan

Growth and development opportunities

Job summary

Emcon Services Inc. is seeking a Payroll Administrator in Merritt, BC to oversee end-to-end payroll for unionized and non-union staff across multiple groups.

The role focuses on data integrity, compliance with policies and legislation, and confidential handling of payroll information. The position includes supervising three direct reports, processing biweekly and monthly cycles, and ensuring timely payroll submissions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 2–3 years progressive accounting experience; 1–2 years supervisory.
• Payroll experience required; PCP designation asset.
• Proficiency in MS Office; experience with ERP systems; Explorer CMA a strong asset.
• Understanding of BC payroll regulations and WorkSafeBC.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for multiple employee groups, including unionized and non-union.
• Prepare and transmit final payroll files to banks with proper validation and deadlines.
• Oversee BC union payroll, ensuring regional compliance and accuracy.
• Supervise a team of three direct reports with workload allocation and development.
• Perform audits and reconciliations to ensure payroll accuracy and data integrity.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance to integrate payroll changes and benefits.

Skills

Payroll processing

Leadership

Data integrity

Confidentiality

Communication

Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

Excel

Word

Access

Explorer Contract Manager

Job description

Payroll Administrator

Full Time Position - Merritt, BC

Emcon Services Inc., a distinguished Canadian company with a proven track record of over 30 years as an interprovincial Road and Bridge Maintenance Contractor, is offering an exciting opportunity. We're looking for a motivated individual to join our team as a Payroll Administrator at our Corporate office in Merritt, BC.

Role Overview:

As Payroll Administrator at Emcon Services Inc., you will be responsible for overseeing the accurate and timely processing of payroll across multiple employee groups, including both unionized and exclusion (non-union) employees. This role ensures compliance with internal policies, collective agreements, and applicable legislation, while maintaining high standards of data integrity and confidentiality.

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing, including regular and exclusion payroll cycles, ensuring all payments are accurate and completed on schedule.
• Prepare and transmit final payroll files to the bank, ensuring proper validation, approvals, and adherence to deadlines.
• Oversee payroll operations for unionized employees, including interpretation and application of collective agreements.
• Provide specific oversight and support for British Columbia (BC) unionized payroll, ensuring regional compliance and accuracy.
• Supervise and support a team of three direct reports, including workload allocation, training, performance management, and ongoing development.
• Ensure payroll accuracy through regular audits, reconciliations, and review of payroll reports prior to finalization.
• Maintain and validate exclusion employee records, ensuring correct setup of compensation, benefits, and deductions in alignment with company policies.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to ensure seamless integration of employee data, benefits administration, and payroll changes.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices to enhance payroll efficiency and accuracy.
• Address payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies in a timely and professional manner.
• Monitor and maintain payroll accuracy through regular reporting, reconciliations, and quality checks.
• This role requires strong attention to detail, in-depth knowledge of payroll processes (including unionized environments), and the ability to lead a team while managing multiple priorities effectively.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelors degree with a minimum of 2-3 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 1–2 years in a supervisory capacity.
• Prior payroll experience; Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation is an asset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Access) and accounting/ERP systems; experience with Explorer Contract Manager is a strong asset.
• Understanding of BC Employment Standards Act, WorkSafeBC requirements, and payroll legislation.
• Exceptional organizational skills with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a dynamic, multi-site environment.
• High degree of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.

What We Offer:

• Full-time position (40 hours/week) – Monday to Friday (8am to 4:30pm)
• Wage ranges from $60,000 - $70,000/annual salary
• Flexible Benefit Plan
• Opportunities for growth and development

Join a winning team at Emcon Services Inc. and take your career to new heights!

Emcon Services requires satisfactory drug pre-screening and a Driver’s Abstract as part of the employment process.

Emcon Services Inc. is committed to equal opportunity employment. We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Join us in contributing to our continued success!