Application Specialist, Payroll
Job Description
Make an Impact Where Technology Meets Business
Are you driven to understand how technology, data, and processes power modern enterprises? Do you enjoy solving complex problems and turning insights into business value?
Join JDI IT as an ERP Application Specialist, where you’ll play a key role supporting the largest ERP environment in the organization. You will work closely with Finance, Payroll, and business teams to improve systems, enhance reporting, and deliver solutions that drive real operational impact across the enterprise.
This position requires full-time on-site presence.
Salary Range: $61,000 - 85,000
Support, configure, and enhance ERP applications, with a focus on Finance and Payroll modules within JD Edwards
Overseeing the enhancement and configuration of software applications within JD Edwards Finance & Payroll modules
Act as key point of contact for application support, provide technical assistance, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis
Explore and investigate data to develop reports and dashboards that provide insights into critical business decisions
Build relationships and communicate with business teams to meet specific requirements including configuration, design and testing
Locate and define process improvement opportunities that drive operational efficiencies and continuous improvement
Provide timely updates to internal and external stakeholders, identify risks, and escalate when necessary
Communicate technical concepts in easy-to-understand language for business stakeholders
Education Required: Post Secondary Degree or College Diploma in Business, Finance, Computer Science or related discipline
3-5 years of professional work experience
Experience supporting Finance and Payroll business processes
Knowledge and experience with JD Edwards applications and ERP systems is an asset
Proficiency in data visualization, dashboard creation and business intelligence tools is an asset
Curious and independent critical thinker with a passion for problem solving
Thrives with work variety and new challenges
Highly organized, results driven, with strong attention to detail
Strong verbal, presentation, and written communication skills
Strong aptitude for technology and systems, with a continuous improvement mindset
Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.