Job Description

About the Role
Title:
Payroll Analyst - Orica North America
Location:
Centennial United States
Job Description:
About Orica
Join a global leader driving the future of mining.
At Orica, our people power progress. With a history dating back to 1874 and more than 13,000 team members worldwide, we are the industry leader in mining and civil blasting, shaping the future with digital and automated technologies.
We are proud to be recognized by the Women in Trucking Association as a top company for women in transportation (2023, 2024 & 2025).
If you're ready to grow your payroll career with a collaborative, people‑first organization, we'd love to meet you.
About The Role - Payroll Analyst - Orica North America
Location: Centennial, CO (Hybrid - minimum 3 days/week onsite)
Req ID: 33412
We are seeking a strong, well-rounded Payroll Analyst with a positive attitude, hands-on project experience beyond data entry, deep technical payroll expertise, and an open-minded approach to addressing challenges-particularly around aligning structure and process-U.S. and Canadian experience is a plus, along with the ability to navigate Orica's company-specific awards.
What you will be doing
Assist with the Implementation of Dayforce
Support leave management and provide policy/compliance guidance
Manage payroll-related ServiceNow tickets
Perform payroll GL reconciliations and troubleshoot system issues
liaise with external payroll providers
Administer region/country-specific benefits
Support year-end processing, reporting, and audits
Provide legislative guidance and assist with federal/state/local reporting
Handle payroll for LTI, severance, bonuses, and other compensation
Monitor and manage Time & Attendance
Prepare regular and ad hoc management reports
Identify and help implement payroll process improvements
Support the North America Payroll Lead across core payroll operations
What you will bring
5+ years of hands-on payroll processing experience
Strong understanding of payroll processes, tax regulations, and compliance
Ability to troubleshoot and solve payroll issues
Excellent time management, accuracy, and organizational skills
Strong interpersonal, communication, and confidentiality awareness
Experience with collective agreements (an asset)
Work Environment
Hybrid work - 3 days/week onsite in Centennial, CO
Monday-Friday business hours
Compensation
$78,675 - $110,000 USD per year
Eligible for annual short-term incentive plan
(Salary determined based on experience, skills, and internal equity.)
Benefits
Medical/Prescription Drug - Three (3) plans to choose from
Dental - Two (2) plans to choose from
Vision - Two (2) plans to choose from
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Basic Employee Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Voluntary Employee/Dependent Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Company provided Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Company provided Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness & Accident Plans
Voluntary Identity Theft Protection
Voluntary Legal Plan
401(k) + Company Match
Company provided Maternity Leave
Company provided Bonding Leave
Accrued Paid Time Off
Paid Sick & Safe Time
Nine (9) Scheduled Holidays + Two (2) Floating Holidays
Why Orica?
At Orica, you'll join a global team where innovation, career growth, and collaboration are part of everyday life. We are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive workplace where every voice matters.
We respect and value all
Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone's contributions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.