Payroll Administrator

Original job posting

The Payroll Administrator is responsible for processing Canadian payroll accurately and ensuring compliance with federal and provincial regulations. This includes managing payroll records, preparing year-end reports like T4s and RL-1s, and resolving employee inquiries.

Job details

Description Join the SATL Team Today! As a family-owned business, the members of theSeaboard Armour Transportation & Logistics Groupwork together as one team—transportation enthusiasts on the road, on the ground, and in the office. We take pride in doing things the right way and supporting the people who keep our business moving. We’re currently looking for aPayroll Administratorto join our team in Dartmouth, NS. If you’re detail-oriented, enjoy working with numbers, and take pride in delivering accurate and timely payroll, this could be the role for you. Position Overview: As thePayroll Administrator, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our Canadian employees are paid accurately and on time. You’ll manage payroll processing, maintain detailed records, and partner closely with HR, Finance, and Operations to support a smooth and compliant payroll function. If you’re detail-oriented, organized, and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, this role is for you. Location: Dartmouth, NS Schedule: Monday - Friday | 8:00am - 4:30pm Type: In-office Responsibilities Process Canadian payroll accurately and on schedule Ensure compliance with Federal and Provincial payroll regulations (Quebec knowledge is an asset) Review payroll data, investigate discrepancies, and make necessary corrections Prepare payroll reports for internal teams Support year-end activities, including T4 and RL-1 preparation Maintain accurate employee payroll records, deductions, and garnishments Respond to employee payroll inquiries with professionalism and clarity Provide payroll data and support to HR and Finance as needed Qualifications Post-secondary education in a related field; PCP designation is an asset Minimum 1 year of payroll or general office experience Working knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation Experience with payroll systems (Payworks considered an asset) Strong Excel skills and comfort working with data Excellent communication, organization, and time-management skills High attention to detail and accuracy Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills Professionalism and discretion when handling confidential information Ability to work independently while contributing to a close-knit team If you’re looking to grow your payroll career in a supportive, team-oriented environment, we’d love to hear from you. #INDS-HP

What you’ll do

The Payroll Administrator is responsible for processing Canadian payroll accurately and ensuring compliance with federal and provincial regulations. This includes managing payroll records, preparing year-end reports like T4s and RL-1s, and resolving employee inquiries.

Requirements

Candidates should have post-secondary education in a related field and at least one year of payroll or general office experience. Proficiency in Excel and knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation are required, with a PCP designation and Payworks experience considered assets.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Payroll Processing
• Canadian Payroll Legislation
• Excel
• Data Analysis
• Time Management
• Problem Solving
• Confidentiality
• Communication
• Organization
• Payworks

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Human Resources
• Administrative
• Transportation
• Logistics