Western Forest Products is hiring for aPayroll Specialistto join our team based inNanaimo, BC.What You’ll DoThe Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing payrolls in both a salaried and unionized setting. The Payroll Specialist will be part of a team delivering outstanding payroll services to over 2,000 employees on a bi-weekly and semi-monthly basis while adhering to company policies, employment law, and other requirements under our various collective agreements. The Payroll Specialist will have an outstanding attention to detail, will be an excellent communicator, and be able to prioritize and manage deadlines while maintaining the highest level of confidentiality and accuracy. Working closely with the human resources team, the Payroll Specialist will process on-boarding and off-boarding requests and other employment modifications, manage benefit and collective agreement changes, and provide timely responses to reporting requests.Who You AreYou are a detail-oriented and service-driven payroll professional who takes pride in delivering accurate, timely, and confidential payroll services. You thrive in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment and are comfortable working with both salaried and unionized employee groups. Known for your integrity, strong communication skills, and collaborative approach, you build positive working relationships with employees, unions, and internal partners. You enjoy staying current with legislative and system changes and bring a continuous improvement mindset to payroll processes and practices.What We OfferSalary range of$65,000 - $75,000based on skill level, qualifications,



and experienceAnnual incentive planPension plan contributions – WFP contributes 7% towards a pension plan, no matching requiredExtended health and dental benefits – WFP pays for 100% of the employee monthly premiums3 weeks’ vacation to startEmployee family assistance programFinancial support for learning and development opportunitiesWork EnvironmentThis role is to be performed in person at our Nanaimo office.ResponsibilitiesPreparation and production of assigned payrolls including providing notice for funding requirements; Maintaining employee data in ADP Work Force Now and Time & Attendance portals in accordance with company policy and with due regard to confidentiality; Processing newhires, transfers, terminations, changes in salary, allowances and perks; As required, processing lump sum and special payments separate from the regular payroll runs and calculating manual pay adjustments required for partial period payments including retro‑active pay; Preparing documentation such as records of employment (ROE’s); Benefits administration including maintenance, documentation and calculation of employee taxable benefits; Long term disability,



pension and union reporting requirements; Processing garnishee orders and requirements to pay; Preparation and distribution of payables and journal voucher data for payroll and benefits; Periodic reconciliation of payroll, g/l and benefit data; Yearend processes related to payroll and T4 preparation, PIER reports, and reconciling CRA business accounts; Provides payroll information for budgeting purposes, collective bargaining and cost benefit analysis and assists in the co‑ordination of special projects; Responds to adhoc information and reporting requests from retirees, the business, HR & other departments; Responds to queries from employees concerning payroll calculations and verification of income as well as queries from outside agencies; Contributes tothe development and implementation of departmental plans, goals and objectives; andKeeps current with respect to legislative and legal requirements, changes to our collective agreements, and technological changes as they impact on payroll.QualificationsEducation and ExperienceAt least 3 years’ experience as a payroll specialist; Experience with hourly, unionized and salaried payrolls; Completion of or currently enrolled in PCP program; Experience with payroll software, preferably ADP; andFamiliarity with benefits administration and collective agreements.Skills, Knowledge and Required CompetenciesAble to handle confidential information; High level of accuracy and an outstanding attention to detail; Ability to prioritize and manage deadlines; Proficiency with Microsoft word, excel, and outlook; Working knowledge of payroll best practices; andWorking knowledge of Federal and provincial requirements including WCB, MSP, EHT, etc.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Payroll Specialist - C$65,000 - C$75,000 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Western Forest Products
📍 Winnipeg