Job Description

Who We Are:
Det'on Cho Management LP is an investment company with 21 diverse joint ventures and 9 wholly owned companies serving our customers in the Northwest Territories and beyond.
What we believe
Our core beliefs form our company culture:

• We believe work is important, and so is the ability to live your best life.
• We believe profit is the inevitable result of doing the right things.
• We believe skills can be trained, and attitude is everything.
• We believe good teamwork makes us successful.
• We believe our people should have the opportunity to grow.

What you will do
Det'on Cho Group of Companies is seeking an individual who is passionate about people to join our Finance team as the Payroll Administrator. The Payroll Administrator ensures accurate and timely payment of employee salaries and wages, while adhering to all relevant laws and regulations. This includes collecting and verifying payroll data, calculating compensation, preparing payment statements, and maintaining accurate records.
A Day in the Life
Reporting to the Finance Manager, your job duties include:

• Process payroll accurately within tight timelines (transmit and receive payroll data files).
• Processes payroll transactions including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions.
• Input employee information into the payroll system, issue vacation pay, and termination pay.
• Reconcile payroll General Ledger Accounts.
• Prepare weekly payroll journal entries.
• Prepare payroll related filings and supporting documentation, such as year-end tax statements, pension, Records of Employment, and other statements.
• Complete various monthly government reports, remittances and prepare management reports and analysis.
• Assist external auditors during the year end and/or during the interim audit.
• Provide back-up for other financial staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring

• High school graduation with combination of courses such as Accounting, Finance, Taxation, Business law, Mathematics, or Business finance.
• Diploma/bachelors degree in business administration or accounting and finance.
• Payroll administration certification such as Certified Payroll Professional (CPP), Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) or comparable.
• Previous work experience as a Payroll Administrator or similar role would be an asset.
• Deep understanding of tax and labor laws and regulations.
• Able to perform complex calculations such as financial compensations in salary/addition of bonus/tax deductions etc.
• Proficient computer skills and in Microsoft Office and payroll software programs.
• Knowledge of HRIS, Payroll software such as ADP to maintain records.
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills and the ability to work as a team member.
• Experience working in a multicultural environment.
• Familiarity with Yellowknives Dene language, culture and way of life would be highly beneficial.

What we offer
In addition to a competitive salary and a great work environment, Det'on Cho Management LP also offers a generous benefits package, including:

• Extended health, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Health and Wellness Program.
• Group Life Insurance and Employee Accidental Death & Dismemberment coverage.
• Matching Registered Pension Plan (RPP).
• Retirement Savings Plan and Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) optional.
• Vacation, Personal, and Sick Leave.
• Career Development and Training Programs.