Payroll manager Jobs in Maple Ridge, BC

About Orica

Payroll Officer
Location: Maple Ridge, BC (Hybrid – minimum 3 days onsite)

At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads to change and shapes our futures.

Every day, around the world, Orica’s people help mobilize the resources that shape modern life. Founded in 1874, Orica has grown into the global leader in mining and civil blasting, with more than 13,000 people worldwide. From explosives and blasting systems to mining chemicals, geotechnical monitoring, and digital solutions, we are helping our customers operate more safely, efficiently, and sustainably.

It’s an exciting time to join Orica. We are embracing digital and automated technologies, reimagining how work gets done, and creating opportunities for our people to grow their careers in a global, collaborative environment.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Officer to support our Digital Solutions team in Canada. Based in Maple Ridge, BC, this role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely payroll operations. You will bring deep payroll expertise, strong attention to detail, and the ability to navigate complex requirements while supporting employees and stakeholders with confidence.

This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional who enjoys ownership, problem-solving, and working within a supportive, globally connected organization.

What you will be doing

• Process and administer payroll data, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legislation and Orica policies
• Provide expert guidance on leave management and payroll-related inquiries
• Manage ServiceNow employee ticket requests related to payroll, ensuring timely and accurate resolution
• Complete payroll GL reconciliations and support invoice payments
• Execute payroll inputs and coordinate with external payroll service providers
• Administer region and country specific benefits programs
• Support end-of-year payroll activities, reporting, and audits
• Provide legislative advice related to payroll payments and compliance
• Prepare regular and ad hoc payroll reports
• Support ongoing compliance with statutory and reporting requirements
• Prepare and issue Records of Employment (ROEs) in accordance with legislative requirements
• Support Workers’ Compensation (WCB) reporting and payroll-related documentation, as required

What you will bring

• Payroll certification (e.g., PCP or equivalent) is preferred
• Minimum 5 years of payroll processing experience in a complex environment
• Hands-on experience with ADP and/or Dayforce payroll systems is preferred
• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, compliance, and statutory reporting
• Exposure to unionized / collective agreement environments preferred
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Clear, professional communication and strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, interruptions, and deadlines

Role Details

• Hybrid role with minimum 3 days per week onsite at the Maple Ridge office
• Monday to Friday, daytime business hours

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

Compensation Range

• $73,275 CAD - $85,000 CAD per year
• Eligible for annual short-term incentive plan

(Salary to be determined by the applicant’s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.)

Benefits

• Medical on the first day worked. Basic module paid by the employer.
• Dental on the first day worked. Basic module paid by the employer.
• Life, Disability and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Retirement: Group RRSP Plan
• Holidays - twelve nationally and/or provincially recognized holidays per calendar year
• Paid Time Off

We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.

Orica is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture where our people feel engaged, respected, and connected.

We have been made aware that some individuals have received scam emails which include false and invalid offers of employment from Orica. Please note that Orica will not offer employment to any candidate without first undertaking a formal application and recruitment process. All candidates are required to actively participate in the recruitment process applicable to the specific role and location where the role is based, prior to any offer of employment being made.