Payroll Administrator

Jim Pattison Auto Group, 15393 Guildford Drive, Surrey, British Columbia, Canada

Job Description Posted Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Join the Jim Pattison Auto Group and help keep our payroll operations running smoothly.

We're looking for a skilled and organized Payroll Administrator to become part of our Group Office team. In this role, you'll manage payroll for a portfolio of dealership locations, provide exceptional support to employees, and ensure payroll processes are completed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable legislation.

If you thrive in a collaborative environment, have a strong eye for detail, and enjoy solving payroll-related challenges, we'd like to hear from you.

Full-time, permanent

40 hours per week

Monday to Friday

Based at our Group Office during regular business hours

About Jim Pattison Auto Group As one of Western Canada's largest automotive retailers, Jim Pattison Auto Group has been serving customers since 1961. Today, our organization operates 28 dealership locations representing 16 leading automotive brands across British Columbia, Alberta, and Manitoba.

Our continued success is driven by talented people who are committed to delivering exceptional service and supporting one another in a professional, team-oriented environment.

What You'll Do As our Payroll Administrator, you'll be responsible for ensuring payroll is processed accurately and on schedule for assigned dealership locations. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

Processing bi-weekly payroll for both hourly and salaried employees

Maintaining accurate employee payroll records and updating payroll information as required

Calculating earnings, overtime, statutory deductions, taxable benefits, and other payroll adjustments

Reconciling payroll accounts and assisting with month-end and year-end reporting activities

Ensuring payroll practices comply with applicable federal and provincial legislation, tax requirements, and internal policies

Preparing and issuing Records of Employment (ROEs)

Completing payroll documentation, including CPT30 elections, T2200 declarations, and other required forms

Processing payroll-related ICBC and Workers' Compensation documentation

Supporting internal and external payroll audits while identifying opportunities to improve payroll processes

Responding promptly and professionally to employee payroll questions and concerns

Working closely with Human Resources and Finance to support payroll-related activities

Safeguarding confidential employee and company information at all times

What You'll Bring The ideal candidate combines technical payroll expertise with strong organizational and customer service skills. Qualifications include:

Minimum two years of experience managing full-cycle payroll

Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation with NPI is required

Solid understanding of Canadian payroll legislation, particularly in British Columbia, Alberta, and Manitoba

Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel

Knowledge of general ledger accounting and payroll journal entries

Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and numerical aptitude

Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities

Ability to prioritize competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Professional communication and interpersonal skills with a customer-focused approach

Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion

Preferred Qualifications Payroll experience within the automotive industry

Experience processing payroll for multiple provinces or multiple business locations

Familiarity with Ceridian Dayforce payroll software What We Offer Competitive wages

Exclusive access to vendor promotions, offers and purchase programs

Recognition and rewards program

Opportunities for growth and development across the organization

A collaborative and supportive team environment

This role requires successful candidates to submit a satisfactory Driver’s Abstract and Criminal Record Check.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected].

Jim Pattison Auto Group, 15393 Guildford Drive, Surrey, British Columbia, Canada

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