Finance - Payroll Administrator

Job summary

The Payroll Administrator is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll for multiple locations across North America using Ceridian Dayforce. This role involves conducting payroll audits, reconciling data, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing support for payroll-related queries.

Job details

Proud to be 100% Canadian-owned, Northland Properties' are recognized as one of the most trusted names in hotels, restaurants, resorts, sports, construction, and asset management. Our well-known and loved brands have been bringing people together to celebrate unforgettable experiences across Canada, the US, Ireland, and the UK for over 50 years. As Canada’s fastest-growing hospitality group, we believe the foundation of our continued success is our people and their ability to take great care of our guests. EMPLOYER: Northland Properties Corporation (NPC) LOCATION: Support Centre, Vancouver, BC EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full Time COMPENSATION RANGE: $65,000 - 75,000 BENEFITS: Health/Dental/Vision, RRSP, Paid Time Off, Employee Perks. About Northland Northland Properties is one of Canada’s fastest-growing, most diverse, and longest-established hospitality groups. Proudly 100% Canadian-owned and operated, we have 60+ years of demonstrated success in owning and operating hotels, restaurants, resorts, and construction companies across Canada, the U.S., the U.K., and more. Join a company where your voice matters and your work creates unforgettable guest experiences. Position Summary We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join our team at the Northland Support Centre. In this role, you will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll for multiple locations and pay groups across North America. This includes administering audits, responding to queries, reconciling data, and ensuring compliance with all regulatory and internal standards. Key Responsibilities Payroll Processing & Administration Perform bi-weekly and weekly payroll pre-commit audits for all pay groups. Enter and approve Quick Entry (QE) forms in the Payroll Import Tool (PIT) for processing in Ceridian Dayforce. Conduct payroll data reviews for discrepancies, such as negative balances or rate mismatches. Coordinate manual check imports, off-cycle requests, ROEs, and stop payment cases with Ceridian. Audit & Compliance Audit Dayforce Timesheets and cohesion imports; reconcile variances between systems. Review negative YTD balances and process adjustments accordingly. Investigate unusual transactions such as invalid payouts or duplicate entries. Communication & Support Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll-related queries via email and Microsoft Teams. Liaise with HR teams to correct employee data issues and pay group assignments. Respond to Service Canada and Ceridian cases, ensuring timely and accurate resolution. Reporting & Analysis Prepare and review payroll reports including PIER, GL journal entries, and earnings summaries. Assist with data reconciliation between Dayforce and third-party systems like Cohesion. Support quarterly and year-end processes, including calendar setup and discrepancy resolutions. Project Support & Training Participate in configuration and implementation of new pay codes, rules, and holiday policies. Support wage updates, minimum wage adjustments, and annual increases. Contribute to audits (e.g., PWC, Texas Mutual Workers' Comp) and training material preparation for payroll and HR teams. Other Duties Process final payouts for retiring or departing salaried managers (e.g., vacation, RRSP, etc.). Coordinate with multiple internal teams and Ceridian Managed Services to resolve issues. Perform other tasks as assigned by the Payroll Manager. Qualifications Minimum 3 years of payroll administration experience; Ceridian Dayforce experience strongly preferred. PCP (Payroll Compliance Practitioner) designation or working toward completion is an asset. Strong knowledge of payroll legislation across multiple jurisdictions (Canada and U.S.). Exceptional attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to manage tight deadlines. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Dayforce, and Dynamics 365 (D365) preferred. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with diverse teams. At Northland Properties Corporation (NPC), we are committed to building a network of talented professionals who can help to provide exceptional hospitality experiences. As an equal opportunity employer, we are constantly seeking motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join us in various fields, including Construction, Finance, IT, HR, Marketing, and Support Center. To join our dedicated team and be a part of our thriving hospitality community, explore the exciting career opportunities available at https://northland.ca/careers/(opens in a new tab). Submission of resume does not guarantee an interview or transfer. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, provided they meet the minimal requirements of the applicable skills required. You must be legally entitled to work in Canada to apply as the employer does not have a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) that would support a foreign worker. Applications will not be accepted via email or in person. We thank all applicants for their interest in Career opportunities with Company, however, only those applicants we wish to interview will receive a reply to their application. NPC uses AI enabled tools to assist with application management. All hiring decisions are made by people. We do not use AI to screen, assess or select applicants for this posting. NPC is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. NPC does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, provincial or local laws. Accommodations are available at any stage of the recruitment process upon request. If you need support, please email humanresources@northland.ca. NPC takes seriously its obligations under the Human Rights Code.

What you’ll do

The Payroll Administrator is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll for multiple locations across North America using Ceridian Dayforce. This role involves conducting payroll audits, reconciling data, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing support for payroll-related queries.

Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of payroll administration experience, with a strong preference for Ceridian Dayforce proficiency. A Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation or progress toward it is considered an asset.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• RRSP
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Perks

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Payroll Administration
• Ceridian Dayforce
• Payroll Legislation
• Data Reconciliation
• Microsoft Excel
• Dynamics 365
• Audit Compliance
• Analytical Skills
• Attention To Detail
• Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Time Management
• Payroll Reporting
• Stop Payments
• Compliance Auditing
• Microsoft Dynamics 365
• Payroll Processing
• Time Off Management
• Payroll Compliance Practitioner
• Microsoft Teams
• Artificial Intelligence
• Application Lifecycle Management
• Asset Management
• Auditing
• Reconciliation
• Communication
• Quality Auditing
• Finance
• Marketing
• Impact Assessment
• Interpersonal Communications
• Labor Economics
• Legislation
• Managed Services
• Enthusiasm
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Hospitality
• Administrative
• Human Resources
• Payroll Administrator
• Payroll Clerks
• Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks

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