Working at Trail Appliances means joining an entrepreneurial-minded, driven team dedicated to delivering an exceptional customer experience. Trail Appliances is the leading independent appliance retailer in Western Canada. We’re a fast-growing company with over 500 employees in British Columbia, spread out over 10 showrooms, 3 Outlet Centres, 3 distribution centres, and 4 offices in BC's major markets. Join our team of trailblazers!
Our core values:
Integrity – We do what’s right, even when no one is looking.
Improvement – We do it well. Then we do it better.
Caring – We put ourselves in others’ shoes.
Authenticity – We like people, not pretense.
Determination – We kick down walls.
Because payroll isn't just numbers, it's trust.
We're seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist for a 3-week temporary assignment to support our Payroll team during a planned coverage period. This role requires someone who can step in quickly, process payroll accurately, and provide excellent service to employees and leaders.
Reporting to the Manager, Payroll & Benefits, you will support payroll administration for a large employee population and ensure payroll activities are completed accurately and on time.
What You'll Be Responsible For
- Processing bi-weekly payroll in ADP Workforce Now
- Supporting payroll administration for hourly, salaried, and commission-based employees
- Reviewing and validating payroll data for accuracy and completeness
- Responding to employee and manager payroll inquiries
- Preparing and processing payroll adjustments as required
- Preparing Records of Employment (ROEs) and other payroll-related documentation
- Tracking and maintaining employee vacation balances
- Performing payroll reconciliations and resolving discrepancies
- Assisting with payroll reporting, audits, and year-end preparation
- Ensuring compliance with payroll legislation, company policies, and confidentiality requirements
What We're Looking For
- Minimum 2 years of payroll experience
- ADP Workforce Now experience is required
- Experience processing payroll in a multi-employee environment
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Outlook
- Ability to work independently with minimal training
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- PCP designation considered an asset
Assignment Details
- Temporary contract: November 2-20, 2026
- Hours: 24 hours per week
- Location: In-office
- Schedule: Specific payroll processing days are required and are not flexible
- Total duration: 3 weeks
This role is ideal for an experienced payroll professional who can quickly integrate into the team and provide reliable payroll support during a short-term coverage period.
We inspire possibilities, make shopping ridiculously easy, and help create special moments at home. Are you ready to meet your team?
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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