Payroll Administrator

JOEY Restaurant Group • Vancouver, BC

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Ensuring our people are paid accurately and on time is foundational to the experience we deliver. As a Payroll Administrator, you’ll be responsible for full-cycle Canadian payroll for approximately 1,500 employees—bringing precision, consistency, and care to every step of the process. You bring a strong attention to detail, a commitment to excellence, and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset. You’re someone who takes ownership of your work, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is motivated by getting the details right while continuously improving how things are done. This is an in-office role based in Vancouver, BC.

Requirements

• Minimum 1-2 years of experience processing full-cycle Canadian payroll
• Enrolment in, or interest in pursuing, certification through the National Payroll Institute
• Experience working with complex HRIS and payroll systems
• A proactive, self-directed approach—you take initiative, anticipate needs, and follow through with accountability
• Strong ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy
• Exceptional attention to detail, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• High level of discretion and integrity when handling sensitive and confidential information
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships across diverse teams
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Process full-cycle, bi-weekly payroll for Canadian employees, including data validation, file preparation, balancing, and payment processing (direct deposit and cheque)
• Prepare and distribute payroll-related reports to support operational decision-making
• Manage and process all statutory remittances and government payments (e.g., CRA, EHT, WorkSafe)
• Respond to payroll inquiries with clarity, professionalism, and a service-first mindset
• Liaise with external agencies and third parties to resolve payroll-related matters
• Partner closely with Office Managers and General Managers to provide guidance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure alignment
• Support ongoing projects and process improvements within the Total Compensation team

Benefits

• Extended health, dental, life insurance, long-term disability, AD&D, critical illness coverage
• Ongoing Leadership Development Courses
• Enjoy 50% off food & beverage at any JOEY Restaurants, LOCAL Public Eatery, SALTLIK or Earls Restaurants location (some restrictions apply)
• Pursue personal and professional development through a Coaching Partnership. Being paired with a coach will give you ongoing support and feedback so that you can pursue your life goals.
• Industry partner incentives
• Referral bonus programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed