Payroll Administrator

Reporting to the Payroll Manager, the Payroll Administrator is accountable for full cycle payroll and for providing highly accurate and timely payroll information. The Payroll Administrator will provide full cycle payroll support for all Sofina hourly employees in Ontario and the West.

Key Accountabilities:

• Ensure timely and accurate payroll processing for assigned Employee Groups/Facilities;

- Accurate entering and auditing of all payroll-related information in the payroll system in accordance with submitted approved paperwork, applicable Payroll and HR policies, processes and procedures

- Entering and maintaining applicable provisions of the Collective Agreements', Terms of Conditions' in the payroll system (i.e. union dues, wage rates/increases, etc.)

- Accurate preparation of payments and reporting for union dues, benefits payments, etc. Performing manual pay functions (as required)

- Researching discrepancies/issues related to payroll information and documentation in the assigned area, and their effective resolution prior to payroll processing

• Establish effective functional relationships / partnership with Plant Supervisors, HR, Payroll Clerks and Employees in the assigned area. Gather feedback on quality and adequacy of current payroll processes and services and recommend necessary improvements to the Payroll Manager.
• Respond to all payroll inquiries from employees and managers in the assigned area. Understand payroll reports and provide input into their structure/design
• Provide input into development and implementation of approved payroll policies, processes and procedures. Maintain payroll files/records in accordance with appropriate policies and processes. Keep a clear record of all exceptions so they are easily traceable
• Respond to auditors' questions and inquiries (i.e. provide source/support documents, etc.)
• Provides back-up/cover-off to other Payroll Administrators

Requirements:

• Post-secondary education with a minimum of two years of full-cycle payroll administration experience in a unionized environment. PCP Certification an asset.

• Prior experience with Kronos Workplace Dimension and Ceridian Dayforce HCM an added advantage;

• Experience in handling payroll for 1000+ employees, specifically union and non union hourly;

•Strong basic knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation, government reporting requirements, Employment Standards Act

• Strong organization, time management, communication, and problem solving skills related to payroll administration

• Ability to handle confidential information in a professional and discretionary manner

• Strong Microsoft Office suite and basic math skills

The work location for this role is 1226 Trafalgar St, London, Ontario and requires an onsite presence.

Sofina Foods Inc. is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act ('AODA'). Applicants are asked to make their needs/requirements , for the purpose of accommodation under AODA, known to Human Resources when they are contacted for an interview.