Sr. Payroll Officer

Orica Limited; Maple Ridge; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Annual incentive plan

Health benefits

Pension plan

Job summary

Orica Canada inc. seeks an experienced Sr. Payroll Officer to own payroll across Canada, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and regulatory compliance. You will support Payroll Officers, guide internal stakeholders, and serve as escalation for system issues and inquiries.

This hybrid role requires bilingual English/French and 3 days onsite weekly, with locations in Boisbriand, Sudbury, Calgary, or Maple Ridge. Salary ranges reflect market in Canada.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of payroll processing experience in Canada.
• Familiarity with collective agreements and unions is an asset.
• Knowledge of the Dayforce payroll system.
• Understanding of country-wide payroll policies and legislation.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Bilingual in English and French (mandatory).

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of payroll data and coordinate with external providers.
• Administer offline payroll data and processes with accuracy.
• Provide responsive, customer-focused support to stakeholders.
• Interpret payroll legislation and offer practical guidance.
• Participate in payroll and business improvement projects.
• Guide on leave management and ensure ongoing compliance.
• Manage payroll-related service requests and escalations.
• Administer payroll-related benefits as needed.
• Support year-end payroll processes and reporting.
• Prepare regular and ad hoc payroll reports.

Skills

Payroll processing

Canadian payroll

Dayforce system

Excel

Communication

Bilingual EN/FR

Tools

Dayforce

Excel

Outlook 365

Job description

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Sr. Payroll Officer

Date: 14 Sept 2026

Location: Maple Ridge, British Columbia, CA, V2X 0Z5

Company: Orica

About Orica

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Sr. Payroll Officer to support Orica Canada inc. This position will take ownership of the payroll process for Orica employees across Canada, helping ensure every payroll cycle is accurate, timely, and compliant with Orica requirements and applicable legislation. In this key role, you will support Payroll Officers, provide practical guidance to internal stakeholders, and serve as an escalation point for payroll system issues and legislative inquiries.

This is a new position.

What you will be doing

• Take ownership of payroll data and coordinate with external service providers to support accurate and efficient payroll delivery.
• Administer offline payroll data and processes, ensuring information is complete, accurate, and properly maintained.
• Provide responsive, customer-focused support while building trusted relationships with key stakeholders.
• Interpret payroll legislation and provide clear, practical, and relevant guidance to internal clients.
• Participate in payroll and business improvement projects as required.
• Provide guidance on leave management and help ensure ongoing compliance.
• Manage payroll-related service requests and act as an escalation point for complex inquiries.
• Administer payroll-related benefits, as required.
• Support year-end payroll processes and reporting, as required.
• Prepare accurate regular and ad hoc payroll reports to support business needs.
• Support Payroll Officers in interpreting legislation and providing accurate, relevant guidance.
• Manage payments for employees on international assignments.
• Apply subject matter expertise in complex agreements and legislation to resolve payroll matters effectively.
• Partner with the Regional Payroll Lead to manage and monitor payroll system change requests.

Systems

• Dayforce.
• ServiceNow ticketing system.
• Excel and Outlook 365.

What you will bring

• More than 5 years of payroll processing experience in Canada.
• Familiarity with collective agreements and unions is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of the Dayforce payroll system.
• Understanding of company HR and payroll policies, procedures, and agreements, as well as applicable country or regional legislation.
• Strong foundational payroll knowledge applicable to the country or region being administered.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong numeracy and literacy skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Bilingual in English and French, to support employees across all Canadian provinces – MANDATORY
• This is a hybrid role requiring a minimum of 3 days per week onsite at an Orica office.
• The position may be based in Boisbriand, QC; Sudbury, ON; Calgary, AB; or Maple Ridge, BC.
• The regular schedule is Monday to Friday during daytime hours.

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

Salary to be determined by the applicant’s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Compensation Range

• Between $75,000 and $95,000 / year
• Eligible for annual short-term incentive plan

Benefits (Full Time Employees)

• Medical on the first day worked. Basic module paid by the employer.
• Dental on the first day worked. Basic module paid by the employer.
• Life, Disability and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Retirement / Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP)
• Holidays - twelve nationally and/or provincially recognized holidays per calendar year
• Paid Time Off

We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.

Orica is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture where our people feel engaged, respected, and connected.