Role Overview
Hancon Mining is hiring a reliable and detail-oriented Accounting and Payroll Clerk to support payroll preparation and core accounting functions for its Canadian and U.S. operations.
This role is responsible for preparing accurate payroll, maintaining payroll and accounting functions, supporting accounts payable, and completing monthly reconciliations. The position works with Sage accounting software and prepares payroll using ADP or SurePay depending on the operating country. You will also help improve how timesheets are collected and reviewed so payroll decisions are clear, consistent, and efficient.
This is not a data entry role. The successful candidate will identify issues, ask questions, and help improve payroll, timesheet and accounting processes.
This position is a full-time, fully in-office in Porcupine. You will work closely with management, operations, and HR.
Key Responsibilities
Payroll Preparation – Canada and United States
- Prepare full payroll cycles for Canadian and U.S. employees using ADP and SurePay
- Compile, verify, and reconcile payroll inputs prior to submission for approval
- Review crew timesheets, rotation schedules, overtime and site-based approvals
- Accurately calculate wages, overtime, statutory holiday pay, vacation, sick time and deductions by jurisdiction
- Process payroll changes including new hires, terminations, rate changes and payroll adjustments
- Prepare payroll reports and pay statements for review and distribution
- Respond to payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
- Ensure payroll preparation complies with federal, provincial and state payroll legislation and remittance requirements
- Maintain payroll records, reconciliations and supporting documentation
- Prepare payroll for approval but do not approve payroll runs or payments
Accounting and Financial Support
Record approved payroll and benefits entries in SagePrepare and post journal entries related to payroll, benefits, accruals and adjustmentsMaintain and reconcile payroll accountsPerform monthly balance sheet and payroll-related reconciliationsReconcile bank accounts and investigate and resolve variancesAssist with month-end and year-end close activitiesPrepare payroll remittances including CPP, EI, income tax, WSIB, and U.S. equivalentsAssist with benefit deductions, tracking, and reportingAccounts Payable Support
Enter vendor and subcontractor invoices into the accounting systemVerify invoices for accuracy, completeness and proper authorizationMatch invoices to supporting documentation where requiredPrepare approved invoices for payment processingMaintain organized AP files and audit‑ready documentationSupport compliance with payment timelinesTimesheets and Process Improvement
Support and improve the collection, review and approval of site‑based timesheetsWork with management and site teams to create clear standards for time entryIdentify recurring errors, inconsistencies or missing approvalsFlag issues requiring clarification prior to payroll preparationTrack payroll cut‑offs and follow up to ensure timely submissionsRecommend practical improvements that reduce rework and payroll delaysEnsure timesheets are complete and submitted on timeOperations and Coordination
Coordinate payroll schedules, cut‑offs, and approval timelines with managementSupport onboarding and offboarding from a payroll perspectiveMaintain confidentiality of employee compensation and personal informationCommunicate payroll and accounting deadlines and requirements clearly to office and site teamsSystems, SOPs, and Process Control
Follow payroll and accounting procedures and internal controlsSupport consistent use of Sage, payroll systems and standardized templatesOrganize payroll files using established file naming conventions and folder structuresFlag discrepancies, control gaps, or compliance concerns earlyContribute to continuous improvements in payroll and accounting processesRequired Skills And Qualifications
Technical and Accounting Skills
Certificate, diploma or formal training in accounting, payroll or financeExperience working with Sage accounting softwareHands‑on experience with ADP and / or SurePayStrong working knowledge of Microsoft 365 including Excel, Word, and OutlookExperience preparing payroll reconciliations and journal entriesExperience with general ledger maintenance and month‑end processesUnderstanding of Canadian and U.S. payroll requirementsHigh attention to detail and accuracyProfessional Skills
Trustworthy and discreet with confidential informationOrganized, reliable and consistent with follow‑throughStrong communication skillsComfortable working independently in an operations‑driven environmentAbility to stay organised and focused when balancing overlapping payroll, reporting and closing timelinesWork Environment and Expectations
This role supports a mining and construction business with operations in Canada and the United States. Payroll accuracy and timing are critical to workforce trust and operational continuity. The successful candidate must be comfortable coordinating with both office and site personnel.
This role is a good fit for someone who :
Is comfortable working with payroll and accounting deadlines in an operations‑driven environmentComfortable support cross‑border payroll and accounting (Canada and United States)Values accuracy, documentation and internal controlsCommunicates clearly with both office and site teamsHancon Mining does not use AI to screen applicants. We also expect that you do not use AI in your application and check for this.
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