Junior - Intermediate Payroll Administrator

Degree or diploma in Commerce, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field, or an undergraduate degree in another discipline combined with a post-graduate certificate in Payroll

Experience in payroll, accounting, finance, administration, or a related field is an asset

Strong attention to detail and accuracy when working with financial and employee information

Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines

Demonstrate ability to learn new systems, processes, and legislation quickly

Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office

Strong communication and customer service skills

Ability to adhere to strict deadlines

Experience with payroll processing or payroll systems

Experience with Oracle Time & Labour, ADP Workforce Now or PeopleSoft

Experience with T4 processing, government forms, or other payroll-related compliance activities

Experience supporting union and/or non-union payroll

Experience with payroll-related accounting, reconciliations, or journal entries

Experience using AI or other emerging technologies to improve efficiency, analyze information, or support business processes

Previous experience working in a complex or high-volume administrative environment

Payroll certification, progress toward certification, or an interest in pursuing professional payroll education or certification through the National Payroll Institute

Work Schedule: 37.5 hours per week

It is a requirement that General Dynamics Mission Systems-Canada be registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods program and that all of its workforce be security assessed. Successful applicants must meet all applicable security requirements, including but not limited to the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance. Applicants may be required to meet additional security requirements in order to gain access to technical data, classified areas or information that is subject to international regulations. You must be eligible to work in Canada.

The hiring range for this position is $61,500 to 75,000.

Our goal is to provide a fair and competitive offer based on an assessment of internal equity and your qualifications, including:

Relevant experience

Technical and non-technical skills

Education and certifications

Purposeful Innovation: You’ll work on innovations that genuinely make a difference. You’ll apply advanced thinking, design expertise, and practical problem-solving to help equip military and allied forces with leading-edge systems. You’ll be surrounded by some of the brightest minds in the defence sector, contributing to next-generation technologies in an environment that celebrates creativity, new ideas, and modern solutions.

Connection: We believe people do their best work when they feel they belong, and their ideas can flourish. Different perspectives, experiences, and ways of thinking help us innovate and grow. Strong relationships with our teammates help us unite, overcome challenges, and deliver the world-class quality we’re known for. Here, we are committed to inclusivity and ensures every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered.

Challenging and Rewarding Career Pathways: Your career path matters to us. From mentorship and regular check-ins with your leader to educational support, professional certifications, and continuous training, you’ll have the resources you need to thrive. We encourage internal mobility so you can explore different business areas, broaden your skillset, and expand your network. You’ll be working on high-profile, impactful projects that challenge your skills, expand your expertise, and allow you to both learn from mentors and guide others along the way.

Accommodation If you require accommodation during any stage of the application process, please contact Human Resources via [email protected].

Closing Date We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.