Payroll Assistant Career Opportunity

The Dufresne Group is currently seeking a Payroll Assistant for our Payroll Team within our Accounting Office located at 147 Commerce Drive in Winnipeg, MB .

As a Payroll Assistant you will be responsible for efficiently and accurately assisting Payroll Administrators with the bi-weekly processing of payroll for our stores, home office and distribution centers across all provinces to ensure the accurate payment of wages to employees within the framework of current and appropriate legislation.

The Dufresne Group is committed to investing in our team members; we offer:

Market competitive wages;

Comprehensive benefits plan and excellent employee discounts;

Employer Sponsored Retirement Savings Plan;

Career growth and continuous development;

Respectful and family-oriented working environment with strong company values.

As a Payroll Assistant, you will:
Gather, calculate and input payroll information (i.e. hours worked, statutory holiday pay, sick pay) into the payroll system for a select group of stores

Complete various reports for payroll functions as required

Set up new hires and terminations in payroll and benefit systems

Be responsible for administration, maintenance and reconciliation of various staff deductions

Respond to internal queries regarding employees pay cheques or payroll procedures

Be responsible for filing, safekeeping, maintenance and confidentiality of employee files

Completion of various reports for payroll functions, Special Projects and other duties as assigned

As a successful candidate you will have the following:
High school diploma with post-secondary education in office administration preferred, Payroll experience a definite asset

Currently enrolled in payroll/accounting courses with plans to obtain CPA certification

Must possess basic accounting knowledge and understanding of accounting principles

Must have strong attention to detail, analytical and problem resolution skills

Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills with a demonstrated ability to interact with all levels of internal and external customers

Ability to meet tight deadlines while working with minimal supervision

Proficient in MS Office products and ability to learn in-house computer programs

Strong teamwork, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Must be able to handle personal and confidential information with a high degree of care and professionalism

Strong sense of urgency, ability to multi-task

Criminal Record Check required

Apply now!

The Dufresne Group welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.