Wills Transfer has been building careers - and trust - for over 80 years. We're a fourth-generation family-run company that believes doing the right thing still matters. If you're ready to bring your payroll expertise to a company where people stay, grow, and thrive, this could be the place for you.
What You'll Do
You'll own the payroll process from start to finish - and be a key player on our HR team. This includes:
Acting as the go-to person for all things payroll
Running bi-weekly payrolls (hourly & salaried) with accuracy and care
Managing time-off, deductions and benefits data
Preparing payroll reports and journal entries for finance
Supporting new hires by setting up payroll and time systems
Provide back-up support for our Benefits Administrator
Help reconcile payroll deductions and respond to payroll-related inquiries
What You Bring
We are looking for someone who's accurate, thoughtful, and people-centered (because payroll isn't just about numbers, it's about people!). Preferred qualifications include:
Payroll certification or equivalent experience (5+ years preferred)
Solid Excel skills and experience with enterprise payroll platforms like Dayforce, and other office software applications like Outlook and Microsoft 365
A knack for solving problems and a passion for getting the details right
Respect for confidentiality and a service-minded approach to communication
What's in it for You?
Stability - Wills has been in business for 80+ years, with strong leadership and continued growth across Eastern Ontario.
Safety First - Recently recognized with a 5-Star Safety Culture Award from Canadian Occupational Safety.
Total Rewards - Competitive salary, full health & dental benefits, paid personal/medical days, bonus potential, pension match, annual clothing reimbursement.
Community & Culture - A team-first workplace with employee events, service recognition, and a deep commitment to the communities we serve.
Why You'll Love Working at Wills
This is a place where people matter. Where safety, respect, and integrity aren't buzzwords - they're the way we do business. You'll work alongside a team that has your back and leaders who want you to succeed.
Compensation & Location
This role offers a salary range of $55,000 to $65,000, based on experience. Our head office is in Smiths Falls, Ontario, and we'd love for you to spend the majority of your time on-site - it's the best way to get to know our people and culture.