Corporate Payroll & Benefits Manager

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WGI Westman Group Inc., (WGI) is one of Canada’s largest manufacturers of steel products. WGI is composed of Meridian Manufacturing Inc., Behlen Industries LP, Armtec Inc., Westman Steel Inc., Scotia Metal Products Inc., Artspan Inc., Prairie Steel Products Ltd. and EasCan Building Systems Ltd. with 2,000 talented and trusted employees in 75 facilities across Canada and the United States. We continue to grow organically and through acquisition, allowing employees to realize their full potential as we steer WGI to new heights.

WGI has the following career opportunity located at its office in Winnipeg, MB:

CORPORATE PAYROLL & BENEFITS MANAGER

Reporting to the Vice President of Finance, the Corporate Payroll and Benefits Manager leads and oversees payroll, employee benefits, and retirement plan administration, including RRSP and DPSP programs, across the organization in Canada. This role ensures accurate and timely payroll processing, compliance with federal and provincial employment legislation, and the effective administration of benefits and retirement programs. Responsibilities include providing strategic guidance on payroll, benefits, and retirement policies, streamlining processes, and acting as a key liaison between finance, human resources, and external vendors.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• 5+ years of progressive experience in payroll, benefits, and pension administration, with demonstrated leadership or supervisory responsibility, ideally within a corporate setting.
• Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field; professional designation (e.g., PCP/PLP, CEBS) considered an asset.
• In-depth knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation, CRA requirements, employment standards, pension regulations (RRSP/DPSP), and benefits compliance.
• Experience managing ADP payroll systems, HRIS platforms, and benefits administration systems.
• Strong analytical, reconciliation, and reporting skills with experience preparing statutory filings and year-end reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to lead audits, implement internal controls, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel).
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.

WGI Westman Group Inc. provides a competitive total rewards package including professional growth, career development, continuous learning, industry leading group benefits and profit sharing program.

To apply, please send resume, cover letter, and starting salary expectations via email to jayson.verbong@westmangroup.com by Friday, April 10, 2026.

We thank all applicants for their interest.

WGI Westman Group Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

WGI Westman Group Inc. welcomes applications from qualified candidates and employees with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and section process.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Work Location: In person