Payroll Administrator (12-month Contract)

Graymont Limited; Richmond; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Graymont Limited is seeking a Payroll Administrator on a 12-month contract to support payroll and HR administration for Canada and the US. The role handles over 1000 employees across multiple jurisdictions and union environments in a fast-paced setting.

Based in Richmond, BC (with option for Brossard, QC or Alberta), the successful candidate will manage Canada/US payroll cycles, year-end forms (T4, W-2, T2200), and collaborate with ADP, JD Edwards, and Dayforce to ensure accuracy and timely

Qualifications

• Experience with complex payroll systems across multiple jurisdictions in Canada and US.
• Strong understanding of payroll accounting and year-end processes.
• Experience with union payroll is an asset.
• Proficiency with ADP, JD Edwards and Dayforce is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Process payrolls for Canada and US locations as assigned.
• Remit third‑party payments including pension, workers' compensation premiums, union dues, etc.
• Process year-end activities including reconciliations and issuance of tax forms (T4, W‑2, T2200).
• Back‑up and support for other team members; coordinate with ADP Client Services to resolve issues.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Time management

Team player

Independent worker

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

ADP Workforce Manager

JD Edwards

Dayforce

Job description

Payroll Administrator (12-month Contract) Function Human Resources Location Canada - BC - Richmond Classification Salaried

Full-time, Temporary (12-month Contract)

This position can be based out of Richmond, BC, Brossard, QC, or in Alberta

The Payroll Administrator works within the payroll & HR administrative team to ensure the timely and accurate processing of payroll for over 1000 employees in Canada and the US. This is a challenging position which involves multiple union agreements and pay frequencies. The ability to prioritize and pay attention to detail is highly important. A positive attitude and friendly customer service are essential. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a complex payroll environment using a variety of software tools, is well organized, and enjoys a fast paced work environment.

Responsibilities

• Process payrolls for Canada and US locations as assigned
• Remit 3 rd -party payments including pension, workers compensation premiums, union dues and etc.
• Process year-end activities including reconciliations and issuance of tax forms including T4, W2 and T2200.
• Back-up and support for other team members
• Supporting payroll and time system testing
• Communicate with ADP Client Services to resolve issues
• Liaise with finance department for funding and journal entry requirements
• Respond to employee inquiries and requests
• Respond to unemployment claims, verifications, and statistical reporting
• Ensure collective bargaining agreements are interpreted for payroll system compliantly as the subject matter expert of payroll
• Support payroll system implementation
• Participate in other team projects assigned by the manager

Qualifications

• Professional Experience: Experience with complex payroll systems in multiple jurisdictions in Canada and US, experiences with Quebec payroll is an asset
• Basic understanding of payroll accounting
• Union payroll experience is an asset
• Technology Requirements: Experience with ADP Workforce Now, ADP Workforce Manager, JD Edwards and Dayforce is an asset
• Proficient with MS Office software
• Additional Assets: Strong attention to detail, analytical and problem solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong time management and multitasking skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Languages: Bilingual fluency in English and French is an asset

Who We Are

Founded in 1948, Graymont is a trusted global leader in essential calcium-based solutions. Professionally managed and family-owned, we proudly serve a wide range of markets, customers, and communities in North America and Asia Pacific. Graymont is also the strategic partner of Grupo Calidra, the largest lime producer in Latin America.

Graymont’s strategy is anchored in its strong commitment to its core values of integrity, respect, teamwork, innovation, excellence, accountability, and long-term perspective.

Central to our philosophy is a long-term approach to our business, built on a solid commitment to sustainable growth and focus on decarbonization, all of which is embodied in our mission statement: Contributing to a decarbonized world by providing essential lime and limestone solutions.