Darling International Canada Inc., a global leader in creating sustainable food, feed and fuel solutions from organic by-products. Our world is growing. Global population is increasing by tens of thousands every day, and the pressure on our planet's resources for food, feed and fuel is greater than ever. Our future - and that of our children - depends on our ability to find economically and ecologically viable ways to provide for a growing population's basic needs.
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Payroll & Total Rewards Manager, the Payroll and Benefits Coordinator is a professional individual contributor responsible for supporting the accurate and timely delivery of payroll, benefits, pension, and compensation administration for Canadian employees.
POSITION TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
PAYROLL:
- Prepare, process, and reconcile full‑cycle bi‑weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees across multiple jurisdictions in accordance with legislative requirements, company policies and complex union contracts.
- Administer payroll‑related changes including new hires, terminations, earnings, deductions, benefits enrolments, and status changes within the HRIS and timekeeping systems.
- Review payroll data for accuracy, identify discrepancies, and liaise with payroll vendors and internal partners to resolve issues in a timely manner.
- Prepare, analyze, and distribute recurring and ad‑hoc payroll and benefits reports to support audits, reconciliations, and decision‑making.
- Support year‑end payroll activities, including reconciliations, adjustments, and T4 preparation.
- Respond to employee payroll inquiries with a high standard of customer service, providing clear and accurate information.
- Maintain payroll systems and employee records to ensure data accuracy, completeness, and confidentiality.
- Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to inquiries as required.
BENEFITS:
- Administer the Canadian benefits program, including new hire enrolment, employee changes, terminations, and life event updates.
- Coordinate benefit premium deductions and employer contributions within the payroll system to ensure accurate costing and reporting.
- Administer pension plan contributions, enrolments, and reconciliations in accordance with plan rules and regulatory requirements.
- Support the administration of short‑term and long‑term disability programs, including coordination with vendors, employees, and internal stakeholders.
- Reconcile benefit provider invoices, investigate variances, and submit invoices for payment.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for employee benefit inquiries and liaise with benefits providers to resolve issues efficiently.
- Prepare benefits utilization, claims, and cost reports as required.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Post‑secondary degree or diploma in Human Resources, Payroll, Business Administration, or related discipline.
- 1–2 years of hands‑on full-cycle payroll processing experience.
- Experience processing multi‑provincial payroll, including exposure to unionized environments, is considered an asset.
- Experience with Oracle HCM, ADP GlobalView, and/or Kronos Workforce Ready is considered an asset.
- Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) designation completed or actively in progress.
- Demonstrated ability to work with complex data sets and maintain a high level of accuracy.
- Strong organizational, prioritization, and time‑management skills in a deadline‑driven environment.
- Self‑directed with the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross‑functional partners.
- Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
- Bilingual French/English is an asset
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the AODA, ESA, OHSA and other federal, and provincial standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards
- Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the AODA, ESA, OHSA and other federal, and provincial standards
- Must be able to sit at a desk and use a computer monitor for extended periods of time (up to 2 hours at a time)
- Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone
- Walking, sitting for prolonged periods of time.
- Lift up to 20 lbs.
- Position includes utilization of computer systems in the office.
WE OFFER:
- Pay range: CA $60,000 - $75,000/annum
- Life Insurance, Disability, Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Health and Dental Benefit Plan
- Defined Contribution Pension Plan
- Educational Assistance Programs and, Scholarship Programs
Darling Ingredients is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities where our facilities are located. We actively seek qualified individuals with demonstrated skill and knowledge to deal with all aspects of diversity in a manufacturing environment. Darling Ingredients is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with provincial accessibility legislation. The Human Resources Contact responsible for this position will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. This document is available in alternate format on request.
This job posting is for a current vacancy within our organization.
AI may be used to support certain administrative aspects of our recruitment process. However, applications and resumes are reviewed by qualified recruiters, and all screening and hiring decisions are made solely by the hiring team.
"Internal candidates are encouraged to apply through their Hiring Manager or forward their resume to the HR Department."
