Job Description

SMS Equipment is seeking a

Payroll Coordinator

for a

temporary, full-time parental leave coverage term of approximately 12 months

.



The Payroll Coordinator plays an essential role in delivering accurate, compliant, and timely payroll services across our organization. We are looking for a detail-oriented professional who brings strong technical expertise, sound judgement, and a commitment to quality to support full-cycle payroll processing, reconciliation, and year-end activities. Your accuracy, analytical skills, and collaborative approach will help ensure our employees are paid correctly and our payroll operations run smoothly.

Work Location:

Corporate Office in Acheson, AB (Greater Edmonton Area)

Salary:

$62,000 - $70,000 annually.

Work Arrangement:

Hybrid - providing the flexibility to work remotely up to 2 days per week

What You'll Do

Process and verify full-cycle payroll for all employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies, Collective Bargaining Agreements and legislative requirements. Reconcile payroll reports and validate data to maintain accurate records. Cross-train and conduct peer reviews of payroll processing to support accuracy and continuous improvement. Support and participate in year-end payroll activities, including reconciliations and preparation of required reports and filings.

What You Bring

The incumbent will have

a minimum of 3 years of full-cycle payroll experience

and a

Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation.

Additional qualifications include:


Experience with payroll in a unionized environment, including application of collective agreements and premiums. Knowledge of UKG (formerly UltiPro) payroll and benefits systems considered an asset. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, complex calculations, and efficient formatting). Excellent analytical skills, accuracy, and attention to detail. Proven ability to identify issues, troubleshoot, and develop effective solutions. Bilingualism in English and French considered an asset, but not required.

This position is classified as an

Individual Contributor

role

in SMS Equipment's competency framework, requiring demonstration of

core competencies

(customer focus, collaboration, and technical/functional expertise).



At SMS Equipment,

safety is one of our core values

and we care for each other, without exception. Our successful candidate is intrinsically motivated and committed to making safe choices when completing all tasks.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Candidates may be required to complete:


Reference Check Credit and Criminal Record Check Credential Verification

This posting is for an existing vacancy within SMS Equipment. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is hired.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for interview will be contacted.


At SMS Equipment, the

right partnership makes everything possible

. We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Join us and bring your expertise to an organization that values

safety, authenticity, innovation, performance, and respect

.