We're searching for a detail-oriented Part-Time Payroll Specialist who thrives on accuracy and enjoys solving complex payroll challenges in a dynamic mining environment. Reporting directly to our Manager Human Resources, you'll become an essential member of our team who can help us maintain our reputation for technical excellence, experience and reliability while supporting our multi-disciplinary team.

About Us

Hunter Dickinson Inc. (HDI) is a diversified, global mining group with more than 30 years of experience in mineral development. Based in our Vancouver head office, we provide management, technical, financial and administrative services to a diverse portfolio of mineral companies and properties.

Key Responsibilities

For HDI and our associated clients:

• Process semi-monthly payroll cycles for both salaried and day rate/flexible employees
• Calculate and reconcile government deductions and remittances including WCB, EHT, and other statutory requirements
• Ensure compliance with British Columbia (and when required other provincial) payroll regulations
• Serve as the main point of contact for employee payroll inquiries
• Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies promptly
• Liaise with finance/accounting and/or management regarding payroll queries
• Prepare/submit statutory remittances and reports, maintain CRA online accounts
• Support year-end processes including T4 preparation
• Handle cross-border payroll responsibilities when required
• Collaborate with HR on special projects and process improvements

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of hands-on payroll processing experience, specifically within British Columbia
• Experience with both salaried and day rate/flexible employee payroll
• Knowledge of employment standards and payroll legislation
• Proficiency with payroll systems and Microsoft Office
• Experience with cross-border payroll an asset
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
• Commitment to confidentiality and data security
• Canadian Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) certification preferred

Potential Full-Time Opportunity

For candidates with appropriate experience, there is potential to expand this role to full-time with additional responsibilities:

• Managing relationships with external tax advisors, auditors and tax agencies regarding Canadian tax compliance
• Preparing Canadian corporate tax returns and related working paper files
• Overseeing other Canadian compliance requirements (T4, T4A, T5, etc.)
• Preparing quarterly and annual tax provisions for Hunter Dickinson affiliated companies
• Assisting the risk and compliance team with documenting and testing tax internal controls
• Conducting special taxation projects, some requiring in-house tax research

Why Choose HDI?

• Be part of a team that has raised over $1.4B in equity financing and earned 25+ industry awards
• Work with professionals passionate about responsible mineral development
• Enjoy our professional downtown Vancouver location at 1040 West Georgia Street
• Benefit from competitive compensation and a flexible part-time schedule
• Join a company that values building successful partnerships with stakeholders