Payroll Administrator

The Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF) is the democratically elected National Government of the Red River Métis, also known as the Manitoba Métis. The Red River Métis are a distinct Indigenous Nation and People, and Canada's Negotiating Partners in Confederation and the Founders of the Province of Manitoba. The MMF seeks to fill one full-time Payroll Administrator position within our Human Resources Department located at 150 Henry Ave in Winnipeg, MB. The Payroll Administrator is responsible for delivering payroll and transactional services for all employees. Job Duties/Competencies: * Execute the day-to-day payroll operations, compliance adherence, control framework, payroll accounting and general ledger reporting requirements; * Maintain up-to-date employee payroll records, including timecards, salary adjustments, deductions, and benefits; * Process employee changes, including new hires, leaves, transfers, salary adjustments, terminations, and other changes in accordance with legislative requirements and organizational policies/procedures; * Issue final payments and Record of Employment (ROE); * Monitor and manage the Payroll Inbox, addressing employee inquiries and actively resolving payroll discrepancies in coordination with relevant departments; * Respond to external parties’ requests for information, such as Record of Employment and WCB earnings. * Perform specialized finance functions including journal entries, audit preparation, affiliate invoicing, and remittances for Group Benefits, Pensions, RRSPs, and Garnishments; * Assist in payroll year-end processes and reporting activities; * Assist external auditors during interim and annual audits of corporate records; * Work closely with the Payroll Team and senior leadership to improve the processes, accuracy, and efficiency of the timekeeping and payroll procedures and policies. Skills and Qualifications: * Designation or Certification as a Payroll Compliance Professional or Practitioner; * Three years’ related experience in payroll and financial analysis and reporting; * Experience with Sage 300 and/or ADP is a strong asset; * Thorough knowledge of Canadian payroll and employee benefits administration; * Experience executing payroll in a large-size ERP enabled government; * Considerable knowledge of business process analysis and system design and implementation; * Acceptable Criminal Record Check is required; * Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint; * Knowledge of Red River Métis culture, MMF programs and services is a definite asset; and, * Ability to travel, valid Manitoba Driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including; health, dental, vision, pension, and vacation. Please submit your resume and cover letter, referencing the job posting number by Wednesday, August 12, 2026. The MMF is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. Preference will be given to qualified Red River Métis applicants and they are encouraged to self-identify on their cover letter. The MMF encourages internal applicants to apply for career opportunities within our Government.

The Payroll Administrator is responsible for executing daily payroll operations, maintaining accurate employee records, and ensuring compliance with legislative requirements. They also perform specialized finance functions, assist with year-end reporting, and coordinate with external auditors.

Candidates must hold a Payroll Compliance Professional or Practitioner designation and possess at least three years of related experience in payroll and financial analysis. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with ERP systems like Sage 300 or ADP are required.

• Health Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • Pension • Vacation

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• Payroll Administration
• Financial Analysis
• Reporting
• Sage 300
• ADP
• Canadian Payroll
• Employee Benefits Administration
• Business Process Analysis
• System Design
• Microsoft Office
• Journal Entries
• Audit Preparation
• Timekeeping
• Compliance Adherence
• Valid Driver's License
• Sage 300 Construction And Real Estate
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Accounting
• Auditing
• Benefits Administration
• Finance
• External Auditing
• General Ledger
• Leadership
• Invoicing
• Microsoft Outlook
• Operations
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Remittance
• Control Framework
• Systems Design
• Coordinating

• Finance & Accounting
• Human Resources
• Government & Public Sector
• Administrative
• Payroll Administrator
• Payroll Clerks
• Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine