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Payroll Officer Date

23 Sept 2026

Location

Sudbury, ON, CA, P3C 4Z3

Company

Orica

About Orica About the role We are excited to announce an opportunity to join Orica's North America Payroll Team as a Payroll Officer. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the accurate and timely processing of bi-weekly and Monthly Canadian payroll while delivering exceptional customer service to employees and managers regarding payroll-related matters.

This position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, maintaining data integrity, and collaborating with employees, HR, Finance, and business partners to ensure payroll excellence.

This position is a replacement.

What you will be doing Payroll Processing

Process payroll transactions and wage calculations in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Verify the accuracy of payroll data prior to final submission in Dayforce.

Review, verify, and manage the flow of payroll-related information between systems and stakeholders, including General Ledger (GL) for Finance, HR, Payroll, and tax interfaces.

Validate and process employee lifecycle changes, including:

New hires and terminations Promotions and compensation changes

Wage garnishments and child support orders

Tax deduction updates

Relocation expenses

Bonus payments

Other payroll-related transactions

Data Integrity

Maintain the accuracy and integrity of payroll data and employee records.

Review personnel records to ensure employee information is current and accurately reflected in payroll systems.

Audit payroll information and investigate discrepancies as required.

Customer Service

Deliver timely, professional, and high-quality customer service to employees and managers regarding payroll inquiries.

Utilize the HR ticketing system to respond to and resolve payroll-related requests.

Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance the employee payroll experience.

Systems & Technology





Work with a variety of systems, including: Dayforce Payroll

ServiceNow Ticketing System

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook 365

What you will bring

1 to 2 years of payroll processing experience.

Experience processing Canadian payroll – mandatory.

Experience using the Dayforce payroll system – a strong asset.

Familiarity with collective agreements and unionized payroll environments – an asset.

Knowledge of payroll legislation, deductions, and payroll best practices.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.

Effective time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a customer-focused approach.

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while managing interruptions.

Bilingualism (English/French) – an asset.

This is a hybrid role requiring a minimum of 3 days per week onsite at an Orica office.

The position may be based in Boisbriand, QC; Sudbury, ON; Calgary, AB; or Maple Ridge/Kamloops, BC.

The regular schedule is Monday to Friday during daytime hours.

Why Join Orica? At Orica, you'll be part of a collaborative and supportive team that values safety, innovation, integrity, and continuous improvement. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to a critical business function while developing your payroll expertise and growing your career within a global organization.

What we offer As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams,



promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a secure workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

Salary to be determined by the applicant’s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Compensation range

Between $35 and $45 / hour

Benefits (Full Time Employees)

Medical on the first day worked. Basic module paid by the employer.

Dental on the first day worked. Basic module paid by the employer.

Life, Disability and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Short and Long Term Disability

Retirement / Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP)

Holidays - twelve nationally and/or provincially recognized holidays per calendar year

Paid Time Off

We respect and value all Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.

Orica is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture where our people feel engaged, respected, and connected.

Our recruitment process uses AI to help screen applications and identify candidates with relevant qualifications. While AI assists with the review, all applications receive a human review by our recruiting team. Our goal is to ensure a swift, objective, and fair evaluation of all applicants. Candidates will be notified in more detail as they progress through the application stages.

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