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Payroll Accountant – 12 Month TemporarySMS Equipment Inc. • Acheson, AB, CA
Payroll Accountant – 12 Month Temporary

Payroll Accountant – 12 Month Temporary

SMS Equipment Inc. • Acheson, AB, CA
18 days ago
Salary
CA$12.00 hourly
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Temporary
Job description
SMS Equipment is looking for a Payroll Accountant to support the delivery of payroll accounting functions, including remittances, journal entries, and account reconciliations. This role provides accounting expertise, supports payroll processes for both hourly and salaried employees, and acts as a resource for payroll and finance teams to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting. This role is a temporary 12-month term position. Work Location: Acheson, Alberta.
Salary: $60,000 - $65,000 annually.
Work Arrangement: Hybrid – providing the flexibility to work remotely up to 2 days per week.
Schedule: Monday to Friday. What You'll Do:
  • Maintain full working knowledge of day-to-day payroll accounting processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance across all payrolls and related accounts.
  • Prepare and post journal entries, maintain payroll accounting records, and support payroll and finance requirements through accurate logs and documentation.
  • Calculate and analyze payroll accruals, remittances, source deductions, pension contributions, and related payroll liabilities.
  • Verify payroll data accuracy and completed journal entries, ensuring proper entry into the ERP system.
  • Perform reconciliations including bank accounts, garnishments, retirement contributions, union dues, and general ledger accounts.
  • Analyze complex data sets using advanced Excel tools to support payroll accounting activities.
  • Complete GL reconciliations and ensure all payroll transactions are posted to the correct accounts.
  • Reconcile source deduction filings against remittances to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Collaborate with Payroll, Finance, and Accounting teams to resolve discrepancies and support reporting requirements.
  • Act as a resource for payroll analysts and finance team members, providing guidance on accounting-related matters.
  • Maintain compliance with company policies, standards, and safety requirements while fostering a professional and respectful work environment.
What You Bring: The successful candidate brings progressive accounting experience, including payroll accounting expertise, along with strong analytical skills to reconcile complex accounting issues and ensure data accuracy. They demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to support internal stakeholders and collaborate effectively across teams.

Other requirements include:

  • Minimum 3 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a similar payroll accounting role.
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and general ledger practices.
  • Experience working with integrated financial systems.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
  • Ability to analyze payroll data and work effectively in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and support team members across functions.

This position is classified as an Individual Contributor role in SMS Equipment’s competency framework, requiring demonstration of core competencies (customer focus, collaboration, and technical/functional expertise).

At SMS Equipment, safety is one of our core values and we care for each other, without exception. Our successful candidate is intrinsically motivated and committed to making safe choices when completing all tasks.

Pre-Employment:
Candidates may be required to complete:
  • Credit check
  • Criminal record check

This posting is for an existing vacancy within SMS Equipment. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is hired.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process will be contacted.

At SMS Equipment, the right partnership makes everything possible. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Join us and bring your expertise to an organization that values safety, authenticity, innovation, performance, and respect.

SMS Equipment offers rewarding careers in the heavy equipment industry across Canada. As the largest Komatsu dealer in North America, SMS Equipment gives you the opportunity to represent world-class quality in our product offerings and customer service. A few of the many benefits of working with SMS Equipment include competitive wages and comprehensive group benefits plan.

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