Senior Payroll Administrator

Posted 17 Days Ago
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Calgary, AB, CAN
In-Office
Senior level
Professional Services • Business Intelligence
A North American leader in analytical services, delivering precise & trustworthy results for over 45 years.
The Role
Oversee accurate and timely payroll processing, employee changes, reconciliations, reporting, year-end documentation, and payroll compliance. Resolve employee and management inquiries, support payroll team members, and improve payroll processes. The role requires Canadian payroll expertise, strong organizational and analytical skills, attention to detail, computer proficiency, and preferably a completed or in-progress PCP designation.
Summary Generated by Built In

Your future is bright at AGAT!
At AGAT Laboratories, we are the next step in your career! By joining AGAT, you become part of a dynamic, purpose-driven team that fosters innovation, collaboration, and personal growth. Our dedicated professionals come together every day with passion and determination, leveraging cutting-edge science to deliver solutions that drive progress and create a more sustainable, healthier world.

AGAT is hiring a Senior Payroll Administrator, for a full-time permanent position working out of our Calgary corporate office, the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the payroll team with data entry, reporting, filing, and administrative duties. 

What you will be doing:

  • Oversee accurate and timely payroll processing and employee changes.

  • Review payroll entries, reconciliations, reports, and year-end documentation.

  • Respond to and resolve employee and management payroll inquiries.

  • Provide guidance and support to payroll team members.

  • Ensure compliance with payroll legislation, company policies, and internal controls.

  • Identify and implement payroll process improvements.

What you bring to the table:

  • PCP designation completed or in progress strongly preferred.

  • Several years of progressive payroll experience.

  • Experience with ADP products is an asset.

  • Strong knowledge of Canadian payroll practices and legislation.

  • Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.

  • Excellent English communication skills; French is a considerable asset.

  • Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel.

Who We Are:
AGAT Laboratories is a premier full-service laboratory operating at the cutting edge of science and innovation across North America. Our expertise spans geochemistry, biochemistry, chemistry, microbiology, geology, and engineering, enabling us to deliver comprehensive analytical solutions. These services drive progress in industries such as Mining, Environmental, Energy, Transportation, Industrial, Agri-Food, and Life Sciences.
We pride ourselves on our state-of-the-art technology, diverse expertise, and commitment to providing precise, timely, and reliable results. Beyond our technical excellence, AGAT Laboratories believes in the power of strong client relationships, fostering trust and collaboration to ensure mutual success.
Our Commitment to Community and Philanthropy:
At AGAT, we strive not only to advance science but also to make a positive impact in our communities. The AGAT Foundation is at the heart of our philanthropic efforts, supporting initiatives that improve education, environmental stewardship, and community well-being.
Through partnerships with local organizations, volunteer activities, and donations, the AGAT Foundation champions programs that inspire future generations, promote sustainable practices, and provide support to those in need. Whether funding scholarships, participating in environmental cleanups, or supporting health and wellness initiatives, AGAT is deeply invested in giving back.
Our work extends beyond the laboratory—we’re committed to creating a brighter future for our employees, clients, and the communities we serve.
Join AGAT Laboratories to be part of an organization that values not just scientific innovation but also meaningful connections and lasting contributions to society.
Inclusion and Diversity:
AGAT Laboratories is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and barrier-free workplace. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please inform us confidentially, and we will work to meet your needs.
We appreciate the time and effort of every applicant. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Skills Required

  • PCP designation completed or in progress
  • Several years of progressive payroll experience
  • Experience with ADP products
  • Strong knowledge of Canadian payroll practices and legislation
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Excellent English communication skills
  • French language skills
  • Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel
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The Company
HQ: Calgary, AB
990 Employees
Year Founded: 1979

What We Do

Since 1979, AGAT Laboratories has been empowering clients with trustworthy data and unmatched client relations. We support clients with precise analytical testing in meaningful projects from Environmental to Industrial to Energy. Throughout the past four decades, we’ve continued to grow our lab network to take on growing demands in industries such as Metals & Minerals, Life Sciences, Agri-Food, Transportation & Construction, and Forensics. With a full-service approach, and over 40 specialized coast-to-coast laboratories, we’re offering solutions to client challenges throughout North America and beyond. Working with AGAT is collaborative and driven by our purpose — Service Beyond Analysis. We work in partnership with you, taking time to understand your needs. You’ll get the care and attention of a dedicated project manager and passionate experts in science you can trust for routine, specialized, and custom analytical testing. Using developing technologies and modern instrumentation, we provide you with the accuracy you need to feel confident in your decisions, while supporting your projects throughout their life cycles. Rooted in a belief that integrated science leads to innovation, we work with a multidisciplinary approach. Bridging specialties in chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology, geology, engineering, and specialty analysis, our labs work in unison towards strategic decision-making and problem-solving alongside our clients. Leveraging a 45-year history in analytical testing, we continue to look forward to welcoming new labs, clients, and developments in science to help us change the world sample by sample.

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