Description
WINNIPEG SCHOOL DIVISION
Winnipeg School Division (WSD) nurtures a welcoming and inclusive culture of people committed to working together to inspire students to reach goals and achieve academic success. WSD is the largest school division in the Province of Manitoba with over 33,000 students and 6,000 employees. To ensure WSD's continued success as a leader in education and innovation, we are committed to finding the right people to join our team.
ASSISTANT MANAGER - PAYROLL & BENEFITS
FULL - TIME
PERMANENT
$81,003.15 - $97,813.65
The Payroll & Benefits Section is part of the CFO and Secretary-Treasurer's Department and is responsible for the accurate and timely generation of pay, and the administration of group life, extended health and dental benefit plans for all employees of the Winnipeg School Division. The Payroll & Benefits Section also generates monthly payments to retirees of the WSD Pension Plan, and to recipients under the Disability Income Plan. The WSD has a significant number of employee groups, with varying payment cycles; resulting in a large number of regular and special pay runs on an ongoing basis. A variety of extended health and dental plans are provided for different employee groups, resulting in a large number of plans and plan providers.
We are seeking a highly organized and experienced Payroll and Benefits Assistant Manager to join our team. Under the direction of the Payroll and Benefits Manager this individual will play a key role in overseeing payroll and benefits processing, ensuring compliance with provincial and federal guidelines, and supporting the development and performance of the payroll team. The Assistant Manager will directly supervise the Senior Payroll Specialist and provide coaching, feedback, and formal development for a team of eight Payroll Specialists and one Benefits clerk.
Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
- Supervise Senior Payroll Specialist, providing regular feedback, coaching, and performance management.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of eight Payroll Specialists, delivering formal feedback and supporting professional growth.
- Conduct regular performance reviews, set goals, and identify training needs for the team.
- Foster a positive and collaborative team environment, encouraging high standards of accuracy, efficiency, and professionalism.
- Oversee end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring accurate and timely payroll cycles for multiple employee groups.
- Monitor payroll operations to guarantee compliance with federal and provincial regulations.
- Oversee the administration of employee benefits programs, including health, dental, life insurance, and disability benefits.
- Coordinate with benefits providers to ensure timely processing of enrollments, changes, and terminations.
- Ensure adherence to payroll and benefits policies and maintain compliance with applicable labor laws and regulations.
- Prepare and review payroll and benefits reports, reconciling data and resolving discrepancies.
- Identify opportunities to streamline payroll and benefits processes for increased efficiency and accuracy.
- Work with the Senior Payroll Specialist to implement new systems or enhancements, ensuring staff are trained on changes.
- Dedication to anti-racism, equity, and diversity.
- Proven commitment to Truth and Reconciliation.
- Proven ability to build collaborated cultures founded on integrity and collective purpose.
- Certified as both a Payroll Compliance Practitioner and Payroll Leadership Professional. Applicants currently completing their Payroll Leadership Professional Certification may be considered.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in payroll and benefits administration, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
- Strong knowledge of provincial and federal payroll regulations, tax laws, and benefits compliance.
- Proficiency with payroll and HRIS software; experience with internal payroll and finance systems.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- High attention to detail, with strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
4:00 p.m., Thursday, March 27, 2025.
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Employment is subject to a clear Child Abuse Registry check and Police Information check.
Winnipeg School Division has an Employment Equity policy which strives for the removal of barriers to the hiring, advancement, full inclusion, and fair representation of women, Indigenous peoples, 2SLGBTQQIA+ community, persons living with a disability and racialized people at all levels within the organization. In support of achieving a diversified workforce, preference will be given to qualified candidates self-identifying as belonging to one of the Employment Equity groups.
Winnipeg School Division will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants disabled by barriers during the interview and assessment process, upon request.
