Payroll and Benefits Administrator 

Overview

ROLE

Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Payroll and Benefits Administrator is responsible for the accurate, timely, and compliant administration of payroll, benefits, and pension programs. This role manages full-cycle payroll processing, ensures system integrity within the Payworks system, supports audits and statutory reporting, and provides training and support to staff. The position plays a key role in maintaining payroll accuracy, improving processes, and ensuring compliance with legislative and organizational requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Manage full-cycle payroll processing for all employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Become familiar with GTC bylaws in order to understand compliance issues.
• Clear payroll warnings and maintain accurate employee records in Payworks on an ongoing basis.
• Import and Post payroll entries into Sage Intacct.
• Process honorarium payments in accordance with organizational policy.
• Provide payroll audit information and support as required.
• Track and process VTA payouts.
• Administer Sun Life and Manulife benefit and pension remittances, including reconciliations.
• Support RRS pension remittances and maintain accurate records.
• Complete and respond to CRA payroll-related requests and inquiries.
• Oversee all year-end payroll activities, including T4 preparation, reconciliation, and submission.
• Upload, maintain, and update tax forms within Payworks.
• Update statutory holidays, annual leave allotments, and other payroll-related entitlements in Payworks.
• Implement approved process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
• Maintain and update Payworks user guides and training materials.
• Provide Payworks training and ongoing support to staff for payroll-related questions and processes.
• Serve as a subject matter resource for payroll, benefits, and system-related inquiries.
• Additional duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in payroll and benefits administration.
• Demonstrated experience using Payworks or a comparable payroll system.
• Working knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation, CRA requirements, and year-end processes.
• Experience administering benefits and pension plans, including remittances and reconciliations.
• Clear Criminal Record Check.

APPLY 

Please submit your resume and cover letter combined into a single PDF file via email to jobs@gwichintribal.ca with the subject line Payroll and Benefits Administrator Application. Kindly indicate if you are a Gwich’in Participant or Indigenous applicant requesting priority consideration or if you require any accessibility accommodations.

Our Commitment to Inclusive Hiring 

In accordance with Section 16(1) of the Canadian Human Rights Act and our obligations under the Gwich’in Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement (GCLCA), preference will be given to qualified GCLCA Participants and Indigenous applicants. We encourage applicants to self-identify in their application if they wish to be considered under this preference.