A well-established organization with over four decades of industry experience is seeking an experienced HR/Payroll Specialist to join its collaborative and people-focused team. The company specializes in delivering high-performance industrial solutions across demanding environments, with a reputation for quality, reliability, and long-standing customer relationships throughout Western Canada.

As the company continues to grow, it is preparing for a location move from Delta to South Surrey in mid-2025. The successful candidate will play a key role in payroll operations while supporting various HR functions as needed. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a dynamic, high-integrity environment and enjoys cross-functional collaboration.

Position Summary

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for the full-cycle processing of payroll, ensuring compliance with federal and provincial legislation, and serving as a key liaison between Finance and HR teams. The ideal candidate will be experienced in managing complex payroll operations for a medium-sized workforce and will bring both accuracy and discretion to the role.

Key Responsibilities

Process bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll for 130-150 employees accurately and on time

Maintain compliance with provincial/federal payroll legislation and respond to CRA inquiries

Administer payroll-related functions including taxable benefits, vacation accruals, statutory pay, and remittances

Complete year-end payroll tasks including T4s, T2200s, and summaries

Generate and reconcile general ledger entries and payroll reports in collaboration with Finance

Prepare and issue ROEs and ensure records of employment and banking details are up to date

Monitor and administer RRSP and pension plan contributions

Address and resolve employee inquiries related to payroll, benefits, and compensation

Participate in internal/external payroll audits and respond to PIER reports

Lead or assist with payroll-related projects and support HR processes when needed

Qualifications & Experience

PCP designation through the National Payroll Institute is required

Diploma or degree in Business Administration or a related field is an asset

4+ years of Canadian payroll experience across multiple provincial jurisdictions

2+ years of experience using UKG Pro & WFN platforms

Solid understanding of Western Canadian employment standards and payroll legislation

Basic knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP) is an asset

Strong Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook skills

High level of accuracy, confidentiality, and attention to detail

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative mindset

Proven ability to manage time effectively and meet critical deadlines

If you meet the requirements for this opportunity, we would love to hear from you! Apply now if you would like to join a growing and amazing team!