Yara International

Payroll Specialist

Yara International  •  Belle Plaine, MN (Onsite)  •  4 hours ago
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Job Description

We at Yara are part of a global network, collaborating to profitably and responsibly solve some of the world's key challenges - resource scarcity, food insecurity and environmental change.

About the Unit

Yara Belle Plaine is a world class producer of nitrogen fertilizer located 50 kms west of Regina on highway #1. Employing 200 people, our mission is to responsibly feed the world and protect the planet by applying our values of collaboration, curiosity, ambition, and accountability. We take pride in our safety record and seek new colleagues who are eager to contribute to Yara's culture of “Safe by Choice"

Responsibilities

Responsible for the accurate and timely administration of payroll, benefits, and related employee data, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and company policies. Partners with leadership and stakeholders to support workforce planning, reporting, and HR processes while maintaining high standards of data integrity and confidentiality.

  • Ensure the timely and accurate processing of bi-weekly payroll for all employees of Yara Belle Plaine and Yara Canada, including payroll journal entries and year-end processes.
  • Maintain and update employee personal, payroll, benefits, and attendance information in the payroll system (ADP), ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Manage and maintain the Yara PeoplePath database and personnel files, ensuring data integrity, accuracy, and confidentiality.
  • Administer employee benefits programs in collaboration with providers and employees, serving as a key point of contact for inquiries and updates.
  • Coordinate and deliver employee onboarding, including scheduling sessions and preparing required documentation.
  • Compile, analyze, and report on HR and payroll data to support decision-making, including turnover metrics, headcount reporting, payroll analysis, and ad hoc reporting requests.
  • Manage the annual salary budget process, maintaining the budget tool and partnering with leadership to input and update position changes.
  • Administer modified work schedules and averaging permits in compliance with applicable regulations and company policies Compile modified work schedules to comply with government regulations, including EDO/turnarounds and shift schedules
  • Reconcile and prepare documentation and remittances for benefits providers and regulatory agencies, including Sun Life, Canada Life, PEPP, Sutton, WSIB, CNESST, Revenu Québec, Employer Health Tax (EHT), and others as required.
  • Administer contracts related to employee loan programs.
  • Maintain wage and salary schedules and co-administer the Concur Employee Expense program.
  • Provide backup support to the People & Culture Specialist and perform other related duties as assigned.
  • Provide support to the People & Culture Manager as needed, contributing to departmental initiatives and projects.

Education, Experience & Skill

  • Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related discipline is preferred
  • Relevant Payroll certification is an asset
  • 3–5 years of progressive experience in payroll, human resources, or a related field
  • Hands-on experience processing payroll in a high-volume, multi-jurisdictional environment working with payroll systems (e.g., ADP) and HRIS platforms
  • Demonstrated experience supporting benefits administration and regulatory compliance
  • Strong knowledge of Employment Standards, CRA requirements, and applicable federal and provincial payroll legislation
  • Position requires extensive computer/software knowledge and experience.
  • Software - Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, SAP, ADP

Be Part of Our Team – Why Work for Us – What We Offer

Yara Belle Plaine offers a highly competitive total compensation package, including:

  • Bonus Program
  • Employee Assistance Plan
  • Employee Wellness Plan
  • Enhanced Vacation option
  • Health and Dental Benefits
  • Pension Plan/Savings Plan

Contact details

Deanna Milton People & Culture Manager

Apply no later than

July 16, 2026

Knowledge grows through differences
Yara is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe that creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is not only the right thing, but also the smart thing to do. To deliver on this, Yara has firmly anchored Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) in our business strategy and has more than 400 employees worldwide involved in D&I ambassadors networks.

As part of our recruitment process, where permitted by local law, we may conduct reference and background checks. These checks will only be performed when deemed necessary for the nature of the job. Candidates will be informed by HR before any background checks are initiated.

Yara International

About Yara International

Yara's mission is to responsibly feed the world and protect the planet. We pursue a strategy of sustainable value growth through reducing emissions from crop nutrition production and developing low-emission energy solutions. Yara’s ambition is focused on growing a nature-positive food future that creates value for our customers, shareholders and society at large and delivers a more sustainable food value chain.

To drive the green shift in fertilizer production, shipping, and other energy intensive industries, Yara will produce ammonia with significantly lower emissions. We provide digital tools for precision farming and work closely with partners at all levels of the food value chain to share knowledge and promote more efficient and sustainable solutions.

Founded in 1905 to solve the emerging famine in Europe, Yara has established a unique position as the industry’s only global crop nutrition company. With 18,000 employees and operations in more than 60 countries, sustainability is an integral part of our business model. In 2024, Yara reported revenues of USD 13.9 billion.

Industry
Agriculture & Forestry
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Oslo, NO
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
yara.com
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