Payroll Accountant

Title of the Job: Payroll Accountant

Location: Winnipeg, MB

Job Description: Payroll Administrator / Pension Payroll SpecialistAre you a payroll expert ready to take your skills to the next level? We are looking for a motivated Payroll Administrator to join their dynamic and supportive team. You’ll be responsible for running pension payroll, handling termination benefits, and managing tax setups, all while collaborating closely with a tenured, progressive team dedicated to continuous improvement. If you’re ready to make an impact and enjoy a supportive work environment, this role is for you!Why You Should Apply to be the Payroll Administrator

• Comprehensive Healthcare: Enjoy healthcare benefits, a health spending account, and disability insurance.
• Professional Development: Get your professional dues and development covered and receive support for continuous learning opportunities.
• Generous Benefits Plan: Start with three weeks of vacation and take advantage of additional perks and pension plans.
• Career Advancement: Gain exposure to system implementation projects and a high-volume environment that challenges and develops your skills.
• Convenient Location: Centrally located office with easy access to bus routes, making your commute seamless.

What You’ll Be Doing as the Payroll Administrator

• Running weekly pension payroll in collaboration with your team.
• Managing termination benefit payroll, including tax preparation, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Handling new member/client setups.
• Preparing and reconciling T4’s, T4A’s, and their summaries during the year-end process.
• Following up with members and financial institutions regarding uncashed cheques.
• Collaborating with a supportive and action-oriented team of payroll professionals and supervisor.

About You as the Payroll Administrator

• You have experience managing payroll for large groups and are detail-oriented.
• You’re enrolled in National Payroll Institute (formally Canadian Payroll Association) courses and eager to continue your professional development.
• You possess advanced Excel skills, making you efficient in managing complex payroll tasks.
• You thrive in a team setting and enjoy being part of a supportive and low-turnover environment.
• You adapt quickly and are excited about challenging opportunities that progress your career.

How To Apply
We’d love to see your resume, but we don’t need it to have a conversation. Send us an email to [email protected] and tell us why you’re interested. If you have a resume ready, please include it and put Payroll Administrator in the subject line. We regret that we are only able to contact those individuals who are being considered for an interview. Candidates must be able to legally work in Canada prior to submitting an application.
Mercer Bradley offers specialized recruitment of highly qualified accounting professionals for full-time and contract roles within select client companies. Thank you for your interest in Mercer Bradley.

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