HR & Payroll Administrator

HR & Payroll AdministratorTerm: 1 Year Term, Full-time Position About us:The Prairie Agricultural Machinery Institute (PAMI) was founded in 1975, on the recommendation of a federal commission on farm machinery advocating for the creation of a central agency for testing and evaluating farm machinery in Canada. PAMI's mandate has evolved to include researching, designing, building and testing technology in the agriculture, mining and transportation industries. PAMI does not retain intellectual property rather it supports the IP development of its clients and collaborates in technology creation.Since its inception, PAMI has operated out of two highly specialized technological facilities in Humboldt, SK and Portage la Prairie, MB. While both sites are state-of-the-art facilities, PAMI's most valuable asset continues to be its staff of 35-50 employees who encompass a variety of backgrounds including agriculture, engineering, mining, trades, and instrumentation.What's in it for you?Competitive Base SalaryPension PlanGroup Insurance BenefitsEmployee and Family Assistance ProgramHybrid and flexible working arrangementsWhat will you do?Reporting to the Associate Director of Finance, the HR and Payroll Administrator provides payroll and human resources (HR) services for the organization. The following are the general duties of the position but are not inclusive of all the detailed tasks that may be required:HR Services:Lead recruiting activities, create new hire packages, and employee orientationComplete the off-boarding of employeesAdminister the employee benefit plan, pension plan, and other employment benefitsResponsible for performance evaluation system and employee engagement surveysDraft and maintain job descriptionsEnsure HR and Labour Standard compliance in both Saskatchewan and ManitobaMaintain all HR documents including but not limited to interview guides, employment offers, onboarding & offboarding paperwork, and HR policy manualMonitor and keep track of employee service awardsWhen required, complete employee performance improvement plansMaintain and monitor employee trainings (i.e. first aid, forklift, WHMIS, hearing tests, etc.)Payroll Services:Process bi-weekly payroll and all payroll related functions (source deductions, WCB reporting, ROE's, T4's, overtime/vacation/bonus payouts)Support time and attendance tracking activities and communicate with management, reconcile time entries, and address discrepanciesKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:Experience using computerized payroll systemsProficiency with Microsoft Office SuiteComprehensive understanding of payroll legislation, employment standards (SK, MB) and payroll accountingWorking knowledge of employee benefit programsExceptional organizational and time management skillsExcellent oral and written communication skillsStrong attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentEnsure high levels of confidentialityWhat do you need to succeed?Post-secondary education in payroll administration or business administration with a minimum of 3-5 years applicable experience How to Apply: Once you click on the Apply for this Position button you will be taken to a page where you will have two ways to apply. You can upload your resume/CV or copy and paste your details into the box provided.