Payroll Administrator

The Jim Pattison Auto Group•Surrey, BC

8d•CA$60,000 - CA$65,000•Onsite

About The Position

Join the Jim Pattison Auto Group and help keep our payroll operations running smoothly. We're looking for a skilled and organized Payroll Administrator to become part of our Group Office team. In this role, you'll manage payroll for a portfolio of dealership locations, provide exceptional support to employees, and ensure payroll processes are completed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable legislation. If you thrive in a collaborative environment, have a strong eye for detail, and enjoy solving payroll-related challenges, we'd like to hear from you.

Requirements

Minimum two years of experience managing full-cycle payroll
Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation with NPI is required
Solid understanding of Canadian payroll legislation, particularly in British Columbia, Alberta, and Manitoba
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel
Knowledge of general ledger accounting and payroll journal entries
Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and numerical aptitude
Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
Ability to prioritize competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Professional communication and interpersonal skills with a customer-focused approach
Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion

Nice To Haves

Payroll experience within the automotive industry
Experience processing payroll for multiple provinces or multiple business locations
Familiarity with Ceridian Dayforce payroll software

Responsibilities

Processing bi-weekly payroll for both hourly and salaried employees
Maintaining accurate employee payroll records and updating payroll information as required
Calculating earnings, overtime, statutory deductions, taxable benefits, and other payroll adjustments
Reconciling payroll accounts and assisting with month-end and year-end reporting activities
Ensuring payroll practices comply with applicable federal and provincial legislation, tax requirements, and internal policies
Preparing and issuing Records of Employment (ROEs)
Completing payroll documentation, including CPT30 elections, T2200 declarations, and other required forms
Processing payroll-related ICBC and Workers' Compensation documentation
Supporting internal and external payroll audits while identifying opportunities to improve payroll processes
Responding promptly and professionally to employee payroll questions and concerns
Working closely with Human Resources and Finance to support payroll-related activities
Safeguarding confidential employee and company information at all times