Job Description

Wills Transfer has been building careers - and trust - for over 80 years. We're a fourth-generation family-run company that believes doing the right thing still matters. If you're ready to bring your payroll expertise to a company where people stay, grow, and thrive, this could be the place for you.

What You'll Do

You'll own the payroll process from start to finish - and be a key player on our HR team. This includes:

Acting as the go-to person for all things payroll Running bi-weekly payrolls (hourly & salaried) with accuracy and care Managing time-off, deductions and benefits data Preparing payroll reports and journal entries for finance Supporting new hires by setting up payroll and time systems Provide back-up support for our Benefits Administrator Help reconcile payroll deductions and respond to payroll-related inquiries

What You Bring

We are looking for someone who's accurate, thoughtful, and people-centered (because payroll isn't just about numbers, it's about people!). Preferred qualifications include:

Payroll certification or equivalent experience (5+ years preferred) Solid Excel skills and experience with enterprise payroll platforms like Dayforce, and other office software applications like Outlook and Microsoft 365 A knack for solving problems and a passion for getting the details right Respect for confidentiality and a service-minded approach to communication
We know great people don't always fit a job description perfectly. If you have most, but not all of the above qualifications, we would still love to hear from you!

What's in it for You?

Stability

- Wills has been in business for 80+ years, with strong leadership and continued growth across Eastern Ontario.

Safety First

- Recently recognized with a 5-Star Safety Culture Award from Canadian Occupational Safety.

Total Rewards

- Competitive salary, full health & dental benefits, paid personal/medical days, bonus potential, pension match, annual clothing reimbursement.

Community & Culture

- A team-first workplace with employee events, service recognition, and a deep commitment to the communities we serve.

Why You'll Love Working at Wills

This is a place where people matter. Where safety, respect, and integrity aren't buzzwords - they're the way we do business. You'll work alongside a team that has your back and leaders who want you to succeed.

Compensation & Location

This role offers a salary range of $55,000 to $65,000, based on experience. Our head office is in Smiths Falls, Ontario, and we'd love for you to spend the majority of your time on-site - it's the best way to get to know our people and culture.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $55,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match Vision care
Flexible language requirement:

French not required
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person