Payroll Specialist

ABOUT US

STRIVE is a Vancouver based recruitment firm offering recruitment solutions in the specialist areas of Accounting & Finance, Corporate Administration and Operations & Manufacturing. We are passionate about recruitment at STRIVE and commit to offering an upfront, genuine and consultative approach to everything we do - which is a big reason as to why we have been successful. Our proactive recruitment approach allows us to uncover high calibre professionals for niche, specialized and what are often regarded as "hard to fill" roles.

The Role

An established organization is seeking a detail-oriented and adaptable Payroll Specialist to support its ongoing growth. This position is ideal for someone with intermediate-level experience in full-cycle payroll administration. The role reports to the Director of Finance and offers a salary range of $70,000–$80,000 annually.

Responsibilities

• Process biweekly payroll accurately and on time, including updating and verifying payroll data, managing internal status changes, processing terminations, and completing manual adjustments.
• Handle year-end payroll activities, including the preparation and processing of T4s.
• Collaborate with HR to prepare reports required by external stakeholders such as unions and benefits providers.
• Liaise with pension plan providers to ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
• Review and confirm the accuracy of employee timesheets in alignment with work schedules.
• Issue Records of Employment (ROEs) and track interruptions in employee earnings.
• Maintain compliance with legislation, best practices, and evolving payroll standards.
• Support the accounting and finance team with ad hoc duties such as accounts payable or rent reconciliation.

Requirements

• A related degree or diploma in payroll or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• PCP designation from the National Payroll Institute (highly preferred).
• Strong preference for candidates with experience using Payworks.
• Experience working in a unionized environment is an asset.
• Working knowledge of Collective Agreements, the Municipal Pension Plan, and group benefits.
• Minimum of 3 years of progressive payroll administration experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and multitasking ability.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word), Google Suite, and Adobe PDF tools.
• Demonstrated judgment, discretion, and commitment to confidentiality.
• Adaptable, proactive, and able to take initiative.
• Self-starter with a positive attitude; able to work independently and collaboratively.

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