Payroll Administrator

AcuFast; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural company in Saskatoon is seeking a Payroll Administrator to support global payroll processing. You will prepare and process payroll, ensure compliance with Canadian payroll laws, and respond to employee inquiries. The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of payroll experience and strong organizational skills. Join a collaborative team where you can grow professionally and make an impact.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Retirement pension plan

Professional growth opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience processing full-cycle payroll.
• Experience with payroll systems and time & attendance software preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of Canada payroll rules and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, verify, and process bi-weekly payroll.
• Ensure compliance with federal and provincial payroll legislation.
• Respond to payroll-related inquiries from employees.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Independence

Adaptability

Accounting knowledge

Education

Payroll Compliance Professional certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Paycor

Dayforce

Great Plains

Job description

Overview

AcuFast is founded on the idea that the best way to predict the future is to create it – and that's precisely what drives us. We are currently expanding and actively seeking a Payroll Administrator to join our growing team in Saskatoon, SK, supporting our global payroll processing. Reporting to the Manager of Human Resources, the Payroll Administrator will collect, verify, and process payroll information, determine pay entitlements for employees, maintain accurate payroll records, and ensure timely and compliant payroll processing. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are passionate about making an impact, we’d love to hear from you!

Our industry is evolving fast, and so are we! We’re looking for someone who:

• Shares our core values,
• Has strong organizational skills with a superior attention to detail,
• See solutions and possibilities, not roadblocks,
• Are simply outstanding at what they do.

This position will include the following responsibilities and day-to-day functions but is not limited to:

• Prepare, verify, and process bi-weekly payroll, including regular pay, bonuses, vacation payouts, and statutory deductions
• Complete, verify, and process T4s, ROEs, and other year-end reporting requirements
• Ensure compliance with federal and provincial payroll legislation, including CRA remittances, CPP, EI, income tax, and other statutory deductions
• Prepare payroll-related reports and supporting documentation for audits, reconciliations, and management review
• Respond to payroll-related inquiries from employees and provide timely and accurate information
• Identify and resolve payroll discrepancies in collaboration with HR and Finance teams
• Assist with other HR initiatives and responsibilities as assigned.

The successful candidate would ideally possess the following qualifications and experiences:

• 1–3 years of experience processing full-cycle payroll
• Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) certification or ability to obtain certification is required
• Experience with payroll systems and time & attendance software is preferred; Paycor, Dayforce, and Great Plains experience is an asset
• Strong working knowledge of Canada payroll rules and compliance
• Ability to handle confidential, sensitive, and personal information with professionalism
• Strong organizational skills with superior attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel (Pivot Table & VLOOKUP functions)
• Accounting knowledge sufficient to post payroll journal entries and perform reconciliations is an asset
• Knowledge of US payroll legislation is considered an advantage
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Self-starter with a strong sense of accountability and adaptability

What we offer

• Competitive Salary based on experience and qualifications, plus a performance-based bonus structure.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package including health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement Pension Plan with a 4% employer match.
• Professional Growth Opportunities with support for training and career development.
• Inclusive & Collaborative Work Environment, where innovation and teamwork are valued.

About Us

AcuFast provides pork producers across North America and worldwide with breeding stock and innovative genetic and reproduction solutions. We work alongside pork producers and industry partners to build the future of pork production together. It is a future where cutting-edge science and proven farm practices meet, ensuring the health of pigs, producers, and consumers for generations to come. We empower our people by supporting and encouraging them to grow personally as well as professionally. We have a team of keen and innovative thinkers. You will love it here.

Create the Future with AcuFast

If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your cover letter and resume to:

[e-mail] (This position will remain posted till filled)

Attention: Human Resources with a Subject line: Payroll Administrator

While we appreciate all the applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. AcuFast is an equal-opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration.

Applicants not currently eligible to work in Canada will not be considered for this position. To know more about us visit our website at www.acufastswine.com