Payroll / Accounts Payable Administrator

West Fraser is a growing, diversified wood products company with 40 facilities in western Canada and the southern United States. North America’s largest lumber producer, West Fraser has been recognized as one of Canada’s 10 Best Companies to Work For, and one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers three times. Our investments in modern, competitive manufacturing facilities, product innovation and bioenergy are adding up to a bright future. Are you interested in working for a company that offers both a challenging work environment and a rewarding career path? West Fraser LVL has an immediate opening for a highly skilled:

PAYROLL / ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ADMINISTRATOR (CONTRACT)

The successful candidate will support the payroll and accounts payable functions during the implementation of the new payroll system and thereafter.  This is a full-time position with an expected term of 14-months.  Expected start date is April 1, 2016.

Responsibilities include:

  • Prepare and process biweekly payroll for approximately 140 employees; review and ensure accuracy of approved timesheets; track and deduct all garnishments and other special payroll deductions; prepare and remit payroll taxes and benefit payments
  • Manage short and long term disability claims
  • Prepare pay and time reports for supervisors and management
  • Prepare T4’s
  • Participate in the implementation of a new company-wide payroll system; data testing, mapping and validation; system testing; train on-site supervisors
  • Provide coverage for Accounts Payable Administrator as required

Skills and Qualifications required:

  • Two or more years’ of previous payroll administration experience
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and computer skills
  • Accurate data entry skills

Considered a strong asset:

  • Post-secondary training in payroll administration and general accounting knowledge

West Fraser LVL is located approximately 30 kms SW of Rocky Mountain House, AB. Rocky Mountain House is located in west-central Alberta approximately 77km west of Red Deer. With a population of 7,300 people, the multicultural community has that small town feel with big city amenities along with a friendly, vibrant atmosphere.  Check out www.rockymtnhouse.com for more information about the community.

Apply today in confidence, by emailing your resume and cover letter by March 11, 2016 to: N. Liedtke, Divisional Controller at lvl-hr@westfraser.com.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.