COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Established in 1974, Pacific Salmon Industries is a British Columbian seafood company based in Surrey, BC, specializing in the processing and sales of high-quality finfish and seafood products.

We are a dynamic company, who strives to unlock our full potential through teamwork and working towards common goals with constantly evolving innovations, through the effective communication of knowledge.

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Please note that this is a contract position and not a permanent role. The initial contract will be for up to six months, with the possibility of extension for up to one year based on business needs and performance.

As a member of the Accounting Department, you will be part of a team responsible for providing accurate, timely and relevant information to the management and external stakeholders.

As the company’s AP and Payroll administrator, you will be responsible for all AP and Payroll related functions and other duties as may be assigned

Accounts Payable functions:

Match purchase orders and receiving paperwork to AP invoices.

Code and enter AP invoices into Great Plains (ERP software used at PSI).

Manage and follow up on the invoice approval process.

Prepare and print weekly cheque runs in both CAD and USD.

Perform vendor reconciliations.

Handle filing, mailing, and vendor inquiries as required.

Provide telephone reception support.

Place office supply orders as needed.

Coordinate maintenance of postage and photocopying equipment.

Payroll Functions:

Process bi-weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees (approximately 80–160 employees) using ADP software.

Complete payroll-related documentation and forms for benefits enrollment, WCB, and injury claims.

Perform monthly reconciliations of all payroll-related general ledgers.

Process terminations and layoffs, including calculating final pay, vacation accruals, and issuing ROEs.

Prepare and submit WCB and EMT reports.

Record payroll journal entries.





Reconcile year-end payroll and issue/distribute ROEs and T4s.

Compile statutory filings for management review.

Ensure all employee payroll information is securely maintained, accurately recorded, and properly filed.

Enter payroll entries into the accounting system and prepare bi-weekly labour cost reports for management.

Other Functions:

Prepare bank deposits and scan/copy all cheque stubs.

Complete credit card expense reconciliations.

Assist with bank reconciliations.

Compile data for Joint Venture reconciliations in Excel.

Assist in the preparation of financial reports.

Support month-end closing activities.

Assistance with sales invoice processing as and when required.

Support in any additional accounting duties as required.

Qualifications:

Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Actively contribute to continuous process improvements with a focus on operational efficiency.

Experience with Great Plains, SAP, or Sage 50 software is essential.

Previous experience with ADP Pay@Work is preferred.

1 to 2 years of experience in Accounts Payable.

At least one year of payroll experience is essential.

Solid written and verbal communication skills.

Proven education, experience, and ability to manage high-volume AP and payroll functions.

CPA Payroll certification or enrollment is considered an asset but is not mandatory. Support for pursuing CPA education may be provided for the right candidate.

Job Types: Permanent, Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00-$75,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:
- Surrey, BC V3W 4G1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):
- What is your current status in Canada?
- Are you comfortable accepting a six-month contract position?

Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:
- Payroll: 1 year (preferred)
- Accounts payable: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Accounts Payable and Payroll Administrator- 6 month Contract (Surrey)
🏢 Pacific Salmon Industries
📍 Surrey