PAYROLL CLERK

Brandon University; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Manitoba Métis Federation seeks a Payroll Clerk for a one-year term positioned in Winnipeg. The role involves processing payroll, verifying data, and maintaining accurate records. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant field and strong organizational skills. The position offers potential for extension or full-time conversion and includes various employee perks.

Benefits

Access to on-site fitness facility

In-house restaurant

Qualifications

• Desire to obtain Payroll Compliance Practitioner designation is an asset.
• Experience with payroll processing is desired.
• Knowledge of Red River Métis culture is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Process biweekly and monthly payroll for MMF students and clients.
• Verify and input timesheet data.
• Prepare T4s and run payroll reports after each pay period.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management skills

Education

Degree or diploma in Payroll, Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Sage 300

ADP Workforce Now

Job description

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 one-year term Payroll Clerk position within our Human Resources Department located at 150 Henry Ave in Winnipeg, MB. The anticipated end date for this term position is June 30, 2026, however, there is a possibility for extension, or conversion into a regular full-time position.

• Process biweekly and monthly payroll for MMF students and clients;
• Verify and input timesheet data;
• Assist with biweekly payroll processing for MMF employees;
• Assist with the preparation of T4s;
• Conduct manual checks to identify and resolve duplicate accounts within the payroll system, ensuring data integrity;
• Scan and file payroll documents;
• Modify employee records and collect employee payroll data;
• Set up new hires in the payroll system by adding their banking info, tax forms, etc.;
• Run reports after each pay period to track employee sick leave accruals, vacation accruals, and banked overtime balances.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Degree or diploma in Payroll, Accounting, Finance, or related field;
• Desire to obtain Payroll Compliance Practitioner designation is an asset;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint;
• Experience with Sage 300 and/or ADP Workforce Now is an asset;
• High attention to detail;
• Ability to adapt to change in priorities and work well under pressure;
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and time management skills;
• Knowledge of Red River Métis culture, and MMF programs and services is a definite asset; and,
• Ability to travel, valid Manitoba Driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle.

Access to an on-site fitness facility as well as an in-house restaurant is available.

Please submit your resume and cover letter, referencing the job posting number by Tuesday, July 1, 2025.

The MMF requires a satisfactory criminal record check prior to commencement of employment. The MMF will accept existing criminal record checks if dated within 3 months of your start date. Obtaining this document is not a guarantee of employment.

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.

MMF Human Resources Department
300-150 Henry Ave
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 0J7
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All our job postings can be found at: www.mmf.mb.ca .