Cambridge, Ontario | Corporate Human Resources Employment Type : Full-Time, 2-Year Contract Atlantic Industries Limited (AIL) develops innovative engineered infrastructure solutions for the transportation, public works, railway, mining and energy, forestry, and development sectors. As a member of the Corporate Human Resources team, the Payroll & Human Resources Specialist supports biweekly payroll for Canadian and U.S. employees, manages recruitment activities across the AIL Group of Companies, and contributes to a variety of corporate HR programs and initiatives. This role is well suited to an organized and detail-oriented HR qualified who enjoys balancing payroll administration, recruitment, employee communications, and continuous process improvement.

Payroll

Administration (30%) Assist with processing accurate and timely biweekly payroll for Canadian and U.Review and validate payroll inputs, employee information, earnings, deductions, and other payroll data. Maintain accurate employee and payroll records in ADP Workforce Now. Review payroll outputs, investigate discrepancies, and coordinate corrections when required.

Complete payroll reconciliations and prepare related journal entries. Support payroll reporting and year-end activities. Respond to employee and manager payroll inquiries professionally and confidentially.

Develop subject-matter expertise in ADP Workforce Now and related HR and payroll systems. Identify opportunities to improve payroll accuracy, efficiency, reporting, and system workflows. Recruitment and Employee Lifecycle (50%) Manage and continually improve full-cycle recruitment across the AIL Group of Companies.

Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies. Maintain accurate candidate and recruitment records within the applicant tracking system. Support employer-branding and recruitment initiatives across Canada.

Monitor recruitment activity and recommend improvements to hiring processes.

Human Resources

Support (20%)



Assist with learning and development programs and other employee-development initiatives. Support the development, review, and implementation of HR policies and procedures. Coordinate internal employee communications, including digital displays, newsletters, and other company-wide programs.

Maintain accurate and confidential HR records and documentation. Respond to employee and manager inquiries and direct matters to the appropriate HR team member. Support additional HR programs, projects, and continuous‑improvement initiatives.

At least three years of relevant human resources experience. A degree or diploma in human resources, business administration, payroll, or a related field. Hands‑on experience supporting payroll administration and processing.

Experience using ADP Workforce Now for payroll or HR administration is strongly preferred.

Experience with HR information systems and applicant tracking systems. A sound understanding of general HR policies, procedures, and employment practices. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Assets

Experience supporting payroll for employees in both Canada and the United States.

Experience completing payroll reconciliations, journal entries, reporting, or year-end activities.

Certified Human Resources

Professional designation.

Payroll Compliance

Professional designation or payroll-related education.

Experience supporting recruitment across multiple provinces or business locations. Competitive starting salary and a comprehensive health and dental benefits package. Company pension plan after one year of service. Continuous coaching, learning, and development opportunities. Employee referral bonuses.

Atlantic Industries

Ltd. is committed to providing a barrier-free work environment in concert with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. As such, Atlantic Industries Ltd. will make accommodation available to applicants with disabilities upon request during the recruitment process. #

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