Payroll Specialist

APM Terminals; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

RRSP + Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Schedules

Job summary

Maersk is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our payroll team in Vancouver. You will process end-to-end bi-weekly payroll accurately, validate time records, and ensure compliance with employment standards and company policies.

The role requires ADP payroll knowledge, advanced Excel skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with HR, Operations, and Finance while meeting tight deadlines. Prior union payroll experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of payroll processing experience.
• Experience using ADP payroll systems.
• Strong knowledge of payroll practices and legislation.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Able to work independently and in a team.
• PCP designation or working towards certification.
• Experience with unionized payroll or collective bargaining agreements.

Responsibilities

• Process end-to-end bi-weekly payroll accurately and on time.
• Review, validate, and reconcile time records and payroll data.
• Calculate and process overtime, holiday pay, PTO, and retroactive adjustments.
• Process payroll changes: new hires, terminations, updates.
• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies.
• Respond to payroll inquiries from employees.
• Maintain payroll records and documentation.
• Support reconciliations, reporting, audits, and year-end activities.
• Collaborate with HR, Operations, and Finance to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Assist with payroll process improvements and documentation.
• Support payroll administration for unionized employees.

Skills

Payroll processing

ADP

Excel

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

PCP designation (preferred)

Tools

ADP Payroll System

Job description

About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our payroll team. This role is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of employee payroll while ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable legislation.The successful candidate will have strong payroll processing experience, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.Key ResponsibilitiesProcess end-to-end bi-weekly payroll accurately and on time.Review, validate, and reconcile employee time records and payroll data.Calculate and process overtime, statutory holiday pay, paid time off, retroactive adjustments, and other payroll transactions.Receive and process payroll changes, including new hires, terminations, and employee updates.Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies.Respond to employee payroll-related inquiries in a timely and professional manner.Maintain accurate payroll records and supporting documentation.Support payroll reconciliations, reporting, audits, and year-end activities.Collaborate with HR, Operations, and Finance to ensure payroll accuracy and compliance.Assist with payroll process improvements and documentation.Support payroll administration for employees covered by collective bargaining agreements.QualificationsRequiredMinimum 3 years of payroll processing experience.Experience using ADP payroll systems.Strong knowledge of payroll practices and employment standards legislation.Advanced Excel skills.Strong attention to detail and accuracy.Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict payroll deadlines.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.PreferredPCP designation or working towards certification.Experience supporting unionized workforces or interpreting collective bargaining agreements.Experience with payroll reconciliations and year-end processing.Company Benefits:MedicalDentalVisionRRSP+ Company MatchEmployee Assistance ProgramPaid Time OffFlexible Work Schedules (when possible)And more!Pay Range: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00*The above stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary range for the position. The Company may adjust this range in light of prevailing market conditions and other factors such as location. The Company will work directly with the selected candidate(s) on the final starting salary in accordance with all applicable laws.Notice to applicants applying to positions in CanadaYou must be authorized to work for any employer in Canada#LI-XC1 #RPOMaersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website, apply for a position, or to perform a job, please contact us by emailing [e-mail] .