About Us
Big Freight Systems Inc. is a leading Canadian asset-based trucking and Freight Management company with more than 7 decades of experience providing Supply Chain Solutions. Big Freight Systems Inc. specializes in Asset Based Freight Management, Logistics, Fleet Maintenance and Warehousing.
Job Summary
Reporting directly to the Accounting Manager, the Payroll Administrator plays a crucial role in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll for Contractors and managing administrative functions related to Tractor and Trailer asset licensing, fuel imports, and fuel card management. This position requires meticulous attention to detail, compliance with contractual obligations, and adherence to legislative requirements.
This temporary contract (to December 31, 2024) role is based at our headquarters in Steinbach, Manitoba.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure accurate and timely processing of Contractor Payroll, including new hires, terminations, and contract changes.
- Process and update employee information promptly, including new hires, terminations, and other changes, while adhering to data privacy and security guidelines.
- Act as backup to the Payroll Accountant for processing other weekly and bi-weekly payrolls.
- Verify and ensure payroll information aligns with contract terms and conditions.
- Address inquiries from drivers and office staff regarding payroll statements and related matters with professionalism and confidentiality.
- Daily Fuel Imports and administering fuel cards for all fleets.
- Setting up new units and retiring units in TMW.
- Licensing new units and any administering any changes required with MPI.
Education and Training
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar payroll administration role.
- Working knowledge of payroll tax and complex payroll calculations.
- Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., Great Plains) and MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Experience with TMW software considered an asset.
Skill and Competency Requirements
- High attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet stringent deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
- Customer service oriented with strong interpersonal skills.
- Results-driven and proactive in resolving issues.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team.
Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 4 months
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
Flexible language requirement:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Ability to commute/relocate:
- STEINBACH, MB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
