Payroll Assistant

Edison Properties Winnipeg; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A well-established property management company in Winnipeg is seeking a part-time Payroll Assistant to support payroll processing for their staff. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, 1-2 years of experience in payroll or accounting, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Key responsibilities include maintaining payroll records, assisting with reconciliations, and ensuring compliance with legislation. This role offers competitive compensation and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Generous personal/vacation time

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of payroll, accounting, or administrative experience preferred.
• Knowledge of payroll legislation and statutory deductions.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Assist with processing payroll for property-based, head office and field employees.
• Maintain and update employee payroll records.
• Support payroll reconciliations and year-end activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Proficiency with payroll systems

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in accounting or business preferred

Job description

Summary

Edison Properties is a property management company that has been in business for over 50 years providing apartments for rent ranging from cozy and comfortable bachelor apartments to luxurious penthouse suites in the Winnipeg market. We have a strong belief in giving back to our community and take pride in providing quality customer service based on a foundation of integrity and fairness.

We are seeking a part-time detail-oriented Payroll Assistant to support our property management portfolio. This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate payroll processing for on-site and head office staff.

The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, multi-property environment and demonstrate a high level of confidentiality, accuracy, and organization.

Responsibilities

• Payroll Support: Assist with the processing of payroll for property-based, head office and field employees (e.g., caretakers, maintenance staff, administrators)
• Maintain and update employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, job changes, and deductions
• Support payroll reconciliations, remittances, and year-end activities (T4s, ROEs as required)
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies
• Ensure payroll compliance with employment standards and applicable legislation
• Enter and verify timesheets, pay rates, deductions, and adjustments
• Maintain accurate payroll and employee records
• Assist with payroll reports, audits, and reconciliations

Qualifications & Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree in accounting, business, or related field preferred
• 1–2 years of payroll, accounting, or administrative experience preferred
• Knowledge of payroll legislation and statutory deductions
• Proficiency with payroll systems and Microsoft Excel
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and generous personal/vacation time.
• Stable, long-term opportunity within a well-established company.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.

We are committed to providing accommodation throughout the recruitment process in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require accommodation at any stage, please let us know.

We thank all applicants for the interest in our posting but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.