Payroll Specialist (8:30 AM - 5:00 PM)
About The Position
At The Authentic T-Shirt Company®/SanMar Canada, we’re more than just a leading distributor of high-quality apparel; we’re a company that people love to be a part of. As Canada’s leading wholesale distributor in the imprintable apparel industry, we’ve built a reputation for excellence, and it all starts with our people. When you join us, you’re not just clocking in. You’re becoming part of a vibrant, supportive team that celebrates creativity, encourages growth, and values every voice at the table. We’re currently looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our incredible team in Vancouver, BC.
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in a payroll position
- Some form of payroll education or PCP certification
- Experience working with ADP Workforce Now
- Must be proficient in basic accounting functions
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Shows tact and discretion when dealing with confidential information
- Understand the need to meet deadlines and able to work well under pressure
- Extremely organized and strong attention to detail
Responsibilities
- Prepare and process semi-monthly payroll for 250+ salaried and hourly employees in multi-province jurisdictions, including Quebec
- Process new hires, terminations, salary rate changes, ROEs and other data relating to employee records
- Process timesheets and attendance records, overtime, vacation, sick, leave of absence, etc.
- Process manual cheques for terminations, missed payments and pay discrepancies
- Prepare calculations and submissions of sensitive payments
- Reconcile and remit payroll benefits, contributions, and government remittances on a timely basis
- Prepare government reporting- monthly, quarterly and annually
- Prepare and enter monthly payroll journal entries and payroll accruals
- Prepare various GL account reconciliations
- Prepare quarterly vacation accruals
- Remain current with changes in employment standards, legislation and best practices, recommend changes as required and assist in implementation
- Assist in the benefits program administration and process monthly invoices
- Assist in the annual payroll budgeting process, audit, T4 processing
- Assist the Accounting Department with full cycle accounting duties as required
- Adhere to current and future company policies and standards to ensure a safe and agreeable working environment
- Assist in other areas of the Finance department and support Senior Payroll Administrator with additional duties as required
- Work in cooperation and communicate effectively with all levels of the staff and outside vendors
- Handle any confrontational matters in a professional manner
- Support and respond to SanMar Canada's customers’ needs and requests in a timely manner
- Work effectively and efficiently with little supervision
- Keep co-workers informed of activities that have implications to their department
- Openly communicate any successes, concerns, or problems related to the job
Benefits
- Ongoing training
- Real career development
- Clear path to where you want to go
- Inclusive, collaborative, and full of heart culture
- Passionate, friendly folks who genuinely care
- Free parking
- Quick access to public transit
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
