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payroll administrator

Posted on September 14, 2026 by Employer details Apollo Sheet Metal Ltd.

Job details

Apollo Sheet Metal is a mid to large size construction & manufacturing company managed by the union. We are looking for a full time senior payroll person to take over payroll department. This is not an HR position, it is processing payroll and related remittances. We currently have a payroll of about 150 and growing. Projects in other areas could mean multi-union and WorkSafe. Responsibilities: - Enter time from daily and weekly timesheets into Jonas Construction (job costing software) - Check for discrepancies on time cards (details are very important as labour cost is significant on job costing reports) - Process payroll for approximately 130- 200 mostly unionized employees accurately and in a timely manner. - Ensure compliance with federal, provincial, and local payroll regulations - Calculate and process deductions, taxes, and garnishments - Maintain accurate payroll records and employee data, including apprenticeship hours and sick pay entitlement - Prepare and distribute paychecks, layoffs, or direct deposits for the bulk of the payroll - Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll matters - Collaborate with necessary parties to ensure accurate employee information (foremen, union, apprentice, board) - Reconcile payroll discrepancies and resolve any issues or errors - Assist with payroll remittances including monthly union remittances, quarterly WCB and EHT, year-end payroll processes, including T-4 preparation Qualifications: - Previous experience in job costing accounting software & payroll processing is must (experience in Jonas Construction Software would be an asset) - Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices - Proficient in 10-key typing and data entry skills - Attention to detail and accuracy in processing payroll information - Excellent organizational and time management skills - Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our employees. Join our team of dedicated professionals as a Payroll Administrator and contribute to the success of our organization. Apply today! Job Type: Full-time Pay: $22.00-$35.00 per hour Benefits: * Dental care * Extended health care * On-site parking Ability to commute/relocate: * Coquitlam, BC V3K 7B8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Application question(s): * Do you have experience of unionized payroll and collective agreement interpretation? Do you have experience of job costing & cost allocation? Experience: * full payroll: 5 years (required) Work Location: In person