Senior Payroll Administrator

TEEMA; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing solutions company in Vancouver is seeking a Senior Payroll Administrator to lead accurate payroll processing across multiple areas. The ideal candidate will have over five years of payroll experience, a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, and strong skills in payroll systems and compliance. The role includes overseeing payroll cycles, resolving discrepancies, and preparing payroll reports. This position is perfect for someone detail-oriented and proactive, with strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive payroll experience.
• Deep understanding of payroll legislation and compliance.
• Proven ability to work independently and coach others.

Responsibilities

• Oversee bi-weekly/weekly payroll cycles and audits.
• Review payroll data, resolve discrepancies, and manage off-cycle requests.
• Prepare payroll reports and lead quarter-end/year-end tasks.

Skills

Strong knowledge of payroll systems

Excellent communication skills

Time-management skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or related field

PCP designation

Tools

Dayforce

Job description

Job Title: Senior Payroll Administrator
Job ID: 84585
Location: Vancouver, BC

Overview

Seeking an experienced payroll professional to lead timely, accurate payroll processing across multiple provinces and business lines. This role supports payroll policy development, drives process improvements, and resolves complex payroll issues. Ideal for someone detail-oriented, collaborative, and service-focused.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee bi-weekly/weekly payroll cycles and audits.
• Review payroll data, resolve discrepancies, and manage off-cycle requests, ROEs, and manual adjustments.
• Prepare and post payroll journal entries, support GL and reconciliation activities.
• Audit timesheets, reconcile system variances, and ensure legislative compliance.
• Serve as the main point of contact for payroll inquiries; partner closely with HR to resolve data issues.
• Prepare payroll reports, lead quarter-end and year-end tasks, and support reconciliations (WCB, EHT, etc.).
• Support system updates, new pay codes, wage adjustments, and policy implementations.
• Lead audit deliverables, maintain training materials, and mentor junior team members.
• Identify process improvements and efficiency opportunities.

What You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive payroll experience.
• PCP designation required.
• Strong knowledge of payroll systems (Dayforce experience is an asset).
• Deep understanding of payroll legislation and compliance.
• Excellent communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and coach others.
• Proactive, analytical, and detail-driven.

Rate: $40/hr. CAD

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. If you are selected to move forward in the process, we will contact you directly. If you do not hear from us, we encourage you to continue visiting our website for other roles that may be a good fit.

For more information about TEEMA and to consider other career opportunities, please visit our website at www.teemagroup.com