Payroll Specialist

About the role

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions is looking for a Payroll Specialist to join its team in Canada. The position can be based in Mississauga, Sudbury, Val-d’Or, Winnipeg, or Saskatoon. In this role, you will manage payroll operations and Dayforce system administration for a workforce spread across multiple provinces, including Quebec. The focus is on accurate payroll execution, regulatory compliance, and using the Dayforce platform to improve efficiency.

Sandvik is a global company with varied businesses and an international network that supports growth, learning, and opportunity. The organization values performance, encourages innovation, and offers room to develop professionally within a collaborative environment.

Key responsibilities

You will oversee end-to-end payroll activities and help keep payroll systems accurate, compliant, and efficient.

• Run complete payroll processes, including year-end balancing and government filings such as T4s and RL-1s, while staying aligned with federal and provincial rules.
• Handle payroll changes for new employees, compensation updates, terminations, pension deductions, and leave-related entitlements such as vacation, sick leave, short-term disability top-ups, and parental leave top-ups.
• Review and maintain time and attendance records so that work hours, overtime, and leave balances are correct.
• Manage payroll corrections, reconciliations, and reporting across different business units.
• Act as a Dayforce system administrator by resolving issues, updating employee records, and working with support teams on system improvements.
• Assist with audits, compliance obligations, and Workers’ Compensation Board reporting.
• Keep track of legislative updates and help improve payroll processes for better accuracy and efficiency.
• Take on other related duties as needed.

What you need

• Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certification.
• At least 2 to 3 years of payroll experience, ideally in a multi-provincial environment that includes Quebec.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of Dayforce HCM, including payroll processing, configuration, and troubleshooting.
• Experience working with Dayforce time and attendance tools and related integrations, such as Workday.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel ability, including VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables.
• Solid understanding of the full payroll cycle, including year-end work.
• Ability to organize priorities and meet demanding deadlines.
• Comfort working with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Careful attention to detail, along with strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Capability to work both independently and with others in a busy, fast-moving setting.
• Professional composure under pressure.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• English and French bilingualism is an asset.

Benefits

The role offers the chance to contribute to business performance, join an ambitious team in a leading industry player, and continue building your career. Sandvik also provides ongoing learning and training, along with a comprehensive compensation package that includes a matching pension plan and competitive health, dental, life, and disability coverage.

Culture and inclusion

Sandvik’s values shape everyday decisions and workplace behavior. The company promotes an open culture where people are encouraged to share ideas and work creatively. Diversity and inclusion are central to the environment, and employees are supported in bringing their authentic selves to work. The organization also emphasizes agile, customer-focused decisions, strong performance management, and career growth opportunities.

Application and accessibility

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply for the Payroll Specialist position under requisition number R0088654. Only applicants selected for interview will be contacted.

Sandvik is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from women, racialized persons, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities/expressions.

The company is committed to an inclusive and barrier-free application experience. Candidates who need accommodation at any stage of the hiring process can request support by contacting commonHR.canada@sandvik.com for more information.