Payroll Specialist

Company: Canfisco Group (www.canfisco.com)

Location: Vancouver, BC (free parking)

Job Type: Onsite, Full-time, Salaried

Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Annual Salary: $80,000 to $85,000 per year, commensurate with experience

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

The Canfisco Group is a long-standing leader in commercial fishing with more than 120 years of history. We harvest, process, and market sustainable seafood for customers in over 40 countries. With operations in British Columbia, Washington State, and Alaska, we employ more than 3,900 employees and fish harvesters during peak season.

We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to support our corporate operations in Vancouver, BC, and site operations in Delta, BC. This is a great opportunity to join a collaborative team and contribute to a dynamic industry where no two days are the same!

The role also offers broad exposure across payroll, group benefits, and HR administration, providing a diverse learning experience and the opportunity to build well-rounded experience in a complex, fast-paced business.

ROLE OVERVIEW:

In this role, you will work as part of a small team, reporting to the Manager of Payroll and Benefits, supporting the payroll and human resources function.

This hands-on position works directly with department managers, employees, and external service providers to ensure compliant and effective payroll and HR processes across a diverse workforce, including union and non-union employees, temporary foreign workers, staffing agency workers, and office staff. Training and mentoring will be provided to help you transition successfully into the role.

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:





The following skills and attributes are required to succeed in the role and manage its day-to-day responsibilities with confidence.

· Practical, hands-on, and solutions-focused.

· Adaptable and responsive in a fast-paced environment.

· Reliable, accountable, and committed to following tasks through to completion.

· Clear communication with team members and frontline employees.

· Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Process full-cycle payroll (ADP Workforce Now).

· Process overtime, shift schedules, and payroll adjustments accurately.

· Ensure compliance with CRA requirements (source deductions and T4 reporting).

· Reconcile payroll accounts, assist with audits, and reporting requirements.

· Identify opportunities to improve payroll practices and processes.

· Administer group benefits programs (Canada Life) and Group RRSP (Sunlife).

· Prepare standard HR letters and basic employment-related documents.

· Respond to requests for information from internal and external stakeholders.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

· 7+ years of full-cycle payroll experience required (ADP Workforce Now)

· Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation required.

· Must be flexible and able to travel between two company locations (Vancouver and Delta) based on business needs.





· Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy are required.

· Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

· Access to a vehicle is required.

PERKS:

· Three weeks of paid vacation

· Annual bonus

· Extended health and vision

· Dental

· Short-term disability

· Long-term disability

· Accidental death and dismemberment

· Life insurance

· Out-of-country travel insurance

· Group RRSP after 12 months of employment

· Mental health support through an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

· Free parking

· Discounted pricing on company products

WHAT WE OFFER:

Career Progression – opportunities for growth and advancement, with a commitment to promoting from within.

Compensation – competitive pay, with performance-based bonuses.

Learning and Development – an organization that values and supports ongoing learning.

Mentorship – the opportunity to work with professionals, exposure to best practices, and industry trends.

Work Environment – dynamic, collaborative, and inclusive, where no two days are ever the same!

Diverse Team – a multi-ethnic, multi-generational team at all company levels.

If you are looking for a hands-on role where you can learn, grow, and make a meaningful contribution, we would love to hear from you and encourage you to apply.

Pay: $75,000.00-$85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Payroll Specialist (Vancouver)
🏢 Canadian Fishing
📍 Vancouver