Application Specialist, Payroll

Role Overview

JDI IT is hiring an ERP Application Specialist to support one of the organization’s largest ERP environments. In this role, you will partner with Finance, Payroll, and other business teams to strengthen application support, improve reporting, and deliver solutions that create measurable business value. This position is fully on-site.

Salary: CAD 61,000 to 85,000 per year.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide support for ERP applications, including configuration and ongoing improvements, with emphasis on JD Edwards Finance and Payroll modules.
• Serve as a primary contact for application support, including troubleshooting, technical guidance, and root-cause analysis.
• Analyze data to build reports and dashboards that help guide important business decisions.
• Work directly with business stakeholders to understand needs and support configuration, solution design, and testing activities.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve operational efficiency.
• Keep internal and external stakeholders informed, flag risks early, and escalate issues when needed.
• Translate technical details into clear, practical language for non-technical audiences.

Requirements

• A post-secondary degree or college diploma in Business, Finance, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 3 to 5 years of professional experience.
• Background supporting Finance and Payroll processes.
• Exposure to JD Edwards and ERP environments is considered an advantage.
• Experience with data visualization, dashboard development, and business intelligence tools is an asset.
• Strong analytical thinking with a naturally curious, independent problem-solving approach.
• Comfort working in varied and fast-changing work situations.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and focused on results.
• Strong communication skills, including verbal, written, and presentation abilities.
• Good technical aptitude and a mindset geared toward continuous improvement.

About J.D. Irving, Limited

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited operates across multiple provinces in Eastern Canada and also in the USA. The company employs about 20,000 people and is known for a values-driven, inclusive culture that supports career growth across a wide range of business divisions.

Accessibility and Inclusion

Accommodation requests related to disability can be made at any stage of the application or employment process, whether the disability is visible or invisible, temporary or permanent. Candidates are encouraged to share their accommodation needs so equitable opportunities can be provided.

The company also encourages applicants who may not meet every requirement to still consider applying, as an inclusive environment is valued and contributions are recognized.

Selection Process

Recruitment teams use a combination of human review and AI tools to help identify relevant skills and qualities, while maintaining privacy and using AI responsibly.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About the Team

The JDI IT team believes that people’s experience matters more than technology and that shared success strengthens the team. With more than 380 employees based in Saint John, Fredericton, Dieppe, and Halifax, the team supports the broader J.D. Irving group across many industries and IT areas. The environment is collaborative, driven, and focused on simplifying work and delivering results.

The team values diversity, continuous professional growth, and people who are curious, adaptable, and motivated to help the business succeed.