Payroll & Benefits Specialist

ARxIUM is a leader in the development of advanced pharmacy technology and solutions. We provide innovative automation hardware and software technologies that support pharmacy health systems worldwide. With over twenty years of experience, we serve customers in North America, Europe, and Asia. Our offices are located in Winnipeg and the Chicago area, and we also allow remote work from cities across North America and Europe.

Required immediately, we are hiring a Payroll & Benefits Specialist in our Winnipeg office.

• Competitive salary
• Medical/Dental/Vision benefits
• RRSP/DPSP
• Flexible work schedule
• Generous paid time off
• Employee referral program
• Free parking
• Hybrid Work

• Prepare and process bi‑weekly payroll for Canada and the US
• Administer and maintain ADP Time & Labor Management (TLM) for US and Canadian employees
• Configure and maintain pay rules, overtime rules, premiums, and statutory requirements within ADP TLM by jurisdiction
• Ensure all salaries are paid accurately and timely
• Prepare journal entries, records of employment, T4’s, W2’s, remittances, etc. as required
• Prepare ad hoc reports as required
• Handle all inquiries from employees and agencies regarding payroll & benefits
• Process all salary increases, bonuses, commissions, etc. per policy or instructions
• Maintain detailed records and documentation of payroll functions for audit purposes in accordance with statutory requirements
• Prepare remittances and payment requests as required

• Support all aspects of benefit administration, including working with benefits consultants, carriers, and handling employee inquiries
• Ensure new enrollments, terminations, or changes to employee benefits are updated promptly in all required portals
• Quarterly and annual Workers Compensation Benefit (WCB) reporting

• Support accountability for US 401(k) and Canadian RRSP/DPSP plans, including working with carriers, consultants, and auditors
• Maintain records for employee contributions and company matches, ensuring transfers to carriers as required
• Collaborate with HR to ensure accurate employee enrollment
• Provide information to new hires and ensure timely enrollment
• Maintain accurate records of enrollments, terminations, etc.
• Assist employees with pension inquiries as needed
• Support US non‑discrimination testing, 401(k) annual audit, and filing of Form 5500 and 8950 with the IRS

• Support HR for WCB annual and/or quarterly reporting for Canadian provinces and US employees
• Work with jurisdictional workers’ compensation boards to ensure coverage and timely reporting and auditing
• Apply for state (US) withholding/SUI numbers for new employees
• Chair Health & Safety Committee, schedule quarterly meetings, and prepare & post minutes
• Manage building maintenance, coordinating with property developer and service providers
• Perform related duties as assigned

• Knowledge of Canadian and US payroll processing is essential
• Proficiency with ADP Total Source and Workforce Now networks for Canada and US is essential
• Strong knowledge of MS Office, especially Excel, is essential
• Experience with year‑end processing activities (T4’s, W2’s, WCB, HET) would be beneficial
• Must handle confidential information with a high degree of ethics and professionalism
• Effective attention to detail and high accuracy
• Ability and willingness to learn all aspects of HR, initially focusing on payroll and benefits

• Bachelor of Commerce Degree with an HR specialization
• Canadian Payroll Association Certification is an asset

• Noise level is generally quiet
• Sedentary activity requiring reaching, lifting, finger dexterity, repetitive motions, talking, and hearing
• Visual requirement includes close, distance, peripheral vision, and focus adjustment
• Approximately 50% of time spent looking directly at a computer
• Associate frequently required to stand and walk

Applications will be accepted until January 5.

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