We’re looking for an experienced payroll professional to join our team as a Senior Payroll Administrator. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Payroll, this role is a key member of the payroll team and serves as the primary backup for payroll leadership.
The successful candidate will bring advanced payroll expertise, exceptional attention to detail, and a passion for solving complex payroll challenges. You’ll play a critical role in ensuring accurate and compliant payroll processing, leading year-end activities, supporting payroll system administration, and driving continuous improvement across payroll operations.
Key Responsibilities Payroll Operations Support end-to-end payroll processing for multi-province payrolls
Review payroll calculations, earnings, deductions, taxes, garnishments, and benefit adjustments for accuracy
Analyze and resolve complex payroll discrepancies and escalated employee issues
Ensure payroll processing complies with federal and provincial regulations
Perform payroll balancing and reconciliation activities prior to each payroll transmission
Support special payroll runs, bonus payments, retroactive adjustments, and off-cycle payrolls
Year-End Processing & Reconciliations Lead payroll year-end balancing activities, including quarter-end and annual reconciliations
Reconcile payroll tax filings, wage records, benefit deductions, and general ledger accounts
Support the preparation, validation, and distribution of year-end forms
Research and resolve payroll tax variances and year-end discrepancies
Assist with internal and external audits by providing payroll documentation
Dayforce Administration & Configuration Serve as an internal Dayforce subject matter expert
Investigate and resolve Dayforce payroll, tax, timekeeping, and system-related issues
Troubleshoot data integration, workflow, configuration, and processing errors




Maintain payroll configuration tables, earnings codes, deduction setups, tax configurations, and system controls
Validate system changes and ensure payroll calculations function as intended
Document system configurations, procedures, and testing results
What you Bring Required Qualifications 5+ years of progressive payroll experience, including senior-level payroll administration responsibilities
Advanced experience with Ceridian Dayforce
Robust knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation, payroll tax regulations, and year-end processing requirements
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, XLOOKUP, and VLOOKUP
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate and resolve complex payroll issues
Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and commitment to confidentiality
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications Experience of payroll accounting and general ledger reconciliations
Experience with payroll audits and compliance reviews
Experience leading payroll projects, implementations, or system enhancements
Additional Information Full-time position based in Richmond, BC
Regular business hours, Monday to Friday
Occasional overtime required during payroll processing cycles, year-end activities, and other peak periods
Standard office work environment with typical physical requirements, including extended computer use and light lifting (up to 30 lbs.)
to join a collaborative payroll team dedicated to delivering accurate, compliant, and efficient payroll services across the organization. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or age. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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📌 Senior Payroll Administrator (British Columbia)
🏢 The Keg Steakhouse + Bar
📍 British Columbia