Payroll Specialist

Job Brief

As the Payroll Specialist you will process Bi-weekly payroll for both U.S. and Canada. You will be part of a dynamic team who provides support in all areas of payroll.

This position will work a hybrid schedule, working in office 3 days a week. May have the option to work a hybrid 9 / 80 schedule (every other Friday off) Who We Are

Dyno Nobel is a global leader in commercial explosives, manufacturing and blasting technology, delivering innovative solutions to the mining, quarry, construction, and seismic industries. With a legacy of safety, performance, and technical excellence, Dyno Nobel is known for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in commercial explosives—helping customers optimize operations, improve productivity, and reduce environmental impact. Backed by a team of dedicated professionals and a commitment to continuous improvement, Dyno Nobel sets the standard for reliable and responsible blasting manufacturing and services worldwide.

What You’ll Do

As the Payroll Specialist, you will process weekly and bi-weekly payroll for both U.S. and Canada. You will be part of a dynamic team who provides support in all areas of payroll. Other duties will include:

- Remit tax payments and assist with tax filings

- Routinely run reports for payroll audits

- Managing and processing of union payments

- Process on demand payments

- Communicate with site managers, time keepers, and the HR Service Center to ensure accurate hours

- Assist with reconciliation questions and researching of payroll GL accounts

- Communicate via phone, email or in writing with employees, benefits specialist, human resources, managers, banks, credit merchants and state or federal agencies

- Prepare and assist with running and distributing monthly reports

- Review and understand all company policies with respect to those polices that may govern the assigned payroll responsibilities

- Perform planning primarily around individual workload in order to meet deadlines for department and business objectives

What We’re Looking For:

- 2+ years payroll processing experience is required.

- Associates degree in accounting preferred.

- Knowledge of unions and relevant laws/regulations and payroll taxes in both US and Canada preferred

- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred

- Experience with SAP or similar system.

- Working knowledge of Excel (pivot tables, v lookups)

- Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and a team player

What We Offer:

- 3 weeks vacation + 12 paid holidays + PTO days - Full health benefits including employer HSA contributions + dental plan with an orthodontic option, wellness coaching available

- Up to a 4% 401k match

- A generous tuition reimbursement program

- General paid parental leave

- Friendly and supportive coworkers

Zero Harm for Everyone Everywhere

Value People – Respect, Recognize & Reward

Think Customer. Everyone. Every day

Treat the Business as our Own

Care for the Community & our Environment

Challenge & Improve the Status Quo

Deliver on our Promises

Dyno Nobel is an equal employment opportunity employer and will give all qualified applicants consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.