This rewarding role will provide the candidate with the training and opportunity to work in a variety of areas within the Payroll team. The position will provide the candidate growth and learning opportunities, including training in best-in-class tools, required for this role.

• Process bi-weekly or weekly payrolls for hourly and salaried employees

• Respond to employee, manager and HR staff enquiries

• Verify, maintain and organize payroll information and documentation (i.e. new hires, deductions, salary changes, leave processing, contributions, and terminations)

• Data entry into payroll systems

• Prepare payroll deduction remittances for bargaining units, business partners and providers

• Process employee changes, system terminations and Records of Employment

• Maintain information integrity within HRIS and Payroll systems and ensuring accuracy

• Assist in the preparation of T4s, T4As, pension adjustments, and T2200s for year-end balancing

• Report annual vacation carry over balances and calculations of entitlements

• Maintain employee electronic payroll files

• Post-secondary in office administration, with a focus in payroll or project administration considered an asset

• Payroll Certification through the Canadian Payroll Association would be considered an asset

• Exceptional attention to detail

• Solid organization skills and ability to manage time and deadlines

• Able to provide sound judgment and exercise a high level of confidentiality and discretion while working with sensitive and private information

• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with both internal and external audiences

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

• Experience with JD Edwards or ADP is an asset but is not a requirement.

Irving Business Services is a vital support function within J.D. Irving, Limited, delivering expertise in essential areas such as Finance, Human Resources, Supply Chain, Health and Safety, Communications, and Legal.

By managing resources, delivering fast and flexible outcomes, and fostering innovation, Irving Business Services plays a critical role in driving operational success and supporting the company’s long-term strategic goals. With a focus on collaboration and continuous improvement, Irving Business Services offers exciting opportunities for growth and development within a leading organization.

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.