Senior Payroll Administrator

Location: Corporate Office North Bay, ON

Hybrid

Work Schedule:

Remote Option:
Monday & Friday / In-Office:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday.

Job Type: Full Time

Reports To: Payroll Supervisor

Date Posted: March 5th, 2026

Salary Range: $61,000.00 to $70,000.00

You feel passionate about what you do. You made the right decision choosing your career path. The question is, are you in the right place? Is your full potential being realized, are you continuing to develop expertise in your chosen field, and does your passion remain strong? At Cementation, we respect experience; we get excited about potential. Cementation is an underground mine contracting and engineering company.

We build mines. Structured to deliver design-build solutions for technically challenging projects, our people build world-class shaft sinking and mine development projects. Our work requires a team approach where respect is expected, and innovation is encouraged if safety is not compromised. Being an employer of choice in the mining industry has always been a mainstay of our mission statement, and Cementation is proud to have been selected as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers for seven years.

Open the door to new opportunities and grow with us. We offer a flexible work environment and support a sustainable life/work balance.

Reporting to the Supervisor, AR and Payroll, the Senior Payroll Administrator is responsible for managing payroll processes, ensuring compliance with all Canadian regulations, and providing support to junior staff while maintaining accurate payroll records.

• Comply with all Health and Safety regulations and policies.
• Identify and report any hazards or infractions to the Health and Safety Department.

• Oversee the complete payroll process for employees, ensuring accurate and timely payments.
• Process provincial/territorial statutory remittances in a timely manner.
• Assist with year-end reconciliation and T4 preparation and submission.
• Review Canadian payroll legislation and ensure compliance obligations.
• Conduct payroll audits to ensure data accuracy and compliance with internal policies.
• Prepare and distribute payroll reports to support company operations.
• Assist with financial internal and external audit requests.
• Review and reconcile month end payroll journals to the general ledger.
• Provide training and support with the time entry system.
• Assist with implementation of payroll best practices to improve efficiency and standardize processes.
• Provide back-up for executive payroll and executive benefits support.

• None

• This position would not normally have the requirement to travel.

• A minimum of 5+ years of payroll experience.
• Post-Secondary degree or diploma in Business Administration or Certificate in Payroll.
• National Payroll Institute - Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) level required.
• Designation as a Payroll Leadership Professional (PLP) is considered an asset.
• Strong understanding of financial accounting and payroll integration.
• Experience with JD Edwards Oracle software is an asset.

• Professional and effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong numerical and analytical capabilities.
• Initiative-driven and results-oriented in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong prioritization skills to meet deadlines.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook) required.
• Experience with Adobe Acrobat and a paperless environment.
• Proven ability to manage highly confidential and sensitive payroll information.

At Cementation Americas, we believe in diversity and inclusion. We recognize the benefits of a diverse and inclusive workforce, and we strive to provide a work environment that is respectful to all employees. One of our core values as a company is giving employees every opportunity to succeed - this starts with treating everyone with dignity and respect and valuing the unique contribution of every employee.

We encourage applications from people of diverse backgrounds and candidates for employment will be assessed in a non-discriminatory manner. In addition to career development training, all employees are provided with diversity and inclusion training. As a team, we will continue to grow and learn together. We offer a competitive compensation package for our employees, including a generous group benefits plan, and we are committed to providing training and development for all employees.

Cementation Americas has successfully implemented a hybrid work schedule in all our Corporate Offices. All office staff have the option of remote work Mondays and Fridays, while working the balance of the week (Tues/Wed/Thurs) in the office.

Thank you for your interest in this career opportunity with Cementation. To be considered, you must be a Canadian citizen, or…