Interested in joining Canada’s largest poultry processor? At Maple Lodge Farms, we’re not only passionate about our chickens, but our people, too. We operate to the latest in technological, health and safety, and quality standards. With rapid expansion over the years, and continued innovation and investment in growth, we’re looking for committed, team players to join the Maple Lodge family. As a proudly family-owned Canadian company, we’re passionate about what we do. If you’re a committed team player, we would love to have you as part of our team.
About The Role
The Senior Payroll Administrator is responsible and accountable for smooth and accurate processing of MLF Payroll including related daily, weekly, monthly and yearly tasks.
This is a new position with the company.
What's in it for you?
- Weekly pay
- Health, Dental and Group Insurance benefits with company-paid premiums
- Company Pension Plan
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Onsite Cafeteria
- Discount at our Chicken Shop
- A culture that values humility, a respect for family and hard work
What You Will Be Doing
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- Process weekly or biweekly payroll for all MLF employees, process all month-end tasks for all payroll cycles.
- Review weekly, monthly, and yearly Payroll spreadsheets for MLF Mississauga and Brampton employees.
- Perform accurate & timely, Time & Attendance review and edits for all MLF employees.
- Prepare and reconcile year-end processes (T4, T2200) and year-end workers compensation reporting for various provinces.
- Process annual and off-cycle vacation payments.
- Process validate GL for all payrolls.
- Training and Customer Service
- Assist supervisors and managers on Time & Attendance inquiries.
- Respond to employees regarding payroll-related questions.
- Data Validation
- Validate all payroll calculations
- Collaborate with the HR department and other departments to ensure pay and personnel records are accurate and up-to-date.
- Analyze Records of Employment (ROEs) produced by Payroll Team.
- Review historical corrections entered in the Time and Attendance system.
- Review more advanced level employee timecard data
- Other duties
- Cross train on other tasks in the department assigned to ensure coverage for vacations and other absences.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, relevant industry regulations, tax and deduction laws.
- Contact ADP Workforce Now for day-to-day payroll issues, as needed.
- Provide backup for Payroll Supervisor for payroll processing cycle as needed.
- Adhere to NPI (National Payroll Institute -Canada) professional Code of Conduct.
- Perform other related duties or projects assigned.
What You Will Bring
- Post Post-Secondary Degree in related field, University Degree preferred.
- Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation mandatory.
- Minimum 7+ years’ experience processing payroll.
- Familiarity with Ontario Employment Standards compliance (ESA)
- Experience with ADP Workforce Now considered a strong asset
- Strong communication skills (both oral and written)
- Analytical, with problem-identification and problem-solving capabilities.
- Ability to prioritize and work effectively autonomously with little or no supervision; Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail and effective multi-tasking is essential.
- Computer literacy (MS Office).
Maple Lodge Farms was established in 1955. We are the largest chicken processor in Canada, and we remain family owned. The principles that guided us from our humble beginnings, when Lawrence May sold eggs door-to-door, are the same principles that guide us today: hard work, agricultural wisdom and family values. We are creating a sustainable future by providing healthy, wholesome, best quality chicken products with a focus on the humane treatment of animals, the responsible use of resources and the positive development of our employees and the communities in which we operate.
Please note that any offer of employment will be conditional upon background and reference checks, including a criminal record check.
In accordance with Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) 2003, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants are required to make their needs known in advance.
Our recruitment process may involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in reviewing applications. These tools help identify candidates whose qualifications closely align with the job requirements. Please note, these AI tools are not used to disqualify applicants but to support our efforts in efficiently screening large volumes of applications.
We thank all applicants for applying, however, only those chosen will be contacted by our Talent Acquisition Team.
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Work Location: In person
