Job Description
Posted Thursday, September 3, 2026 at 4:00 AM

When you join East Penn Canada , you become part of a leading battery solutions provider serving essential industries across Canada. Our teams support transportation, motive power, backup power, and consumer markets by helping the business operate efficiently, serve customers effectively, and make informed decisions every day. We offer meaningful work, opportunities to grow, and the stability of a strong, national organization supported by benefits and programs designed to help you thrive.

“What Powers You” matters. Here’s how we support our HR team:

Competitive compensation with results-based rewards and annual merit increases tied to performance

100% employer paid health and dental benefits, plus insurance coverage, a Health Spending Account, and paid sick days to support your health and wellbeing

Profit sharing and deferred profit-sharing programs to support long-term financial planning

Career growth opportunities, with many roles across our four divisions filled through internal promotions

Industry leading training and development, including inhouse learning opportunities and tuition reimbursement to support continued growth‑leading training and development, including in‑house learning opportunities and tuition reimbursement

A collaborative, team-based work environment where contributions are recognized and valued‑based work environment where contributions are recognized and valued

Employee discounts on batteries, plus access to exclusive deals on popular brands

Are you a detail-driven Payroll & Benefits Administrator who takes pride in accuracy, compliance, and supporting employees through critical moments?

Our organization is seeking a high-caliber professional to administer payroll, benefits, workplace injury claims, and employee leave programs.

This position is a fully onsite vacancy based out of our Courtice head office .

Responsibilities





Administer accurate and timely bi-weekly hourly and salary multi-province payroll for 400 employees, ensuring compliance with legislation

Maintain employee payroll data including new hires, terminations, leaves, and compensation changes

Review and validate time and attendance data

Prepare and submit ROEs, statutory remittances, and year-end filings (T4s, RL-1s, EHT, T2200s, WSIB/CNESST)

Administer employee benefit and group retirement programs, including enrollments and changes, and deliver benefits onboarding and education sessions to employees

As the subject matter expert, respond to employee payroll and benefits inquiries with professionalism and discretion, providing exceptional customer service

Administration of short-term and long-term leaves, as well as Workers’ Compensation claims, including reporting, documentation, and return-to-work coordination

Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external providers (e.g., WSIB, CNESST, Sun Life) to support safe and timely accommodations

Support annual compensation cycles by preparing reports and materials

Maintain accurate records and develop payroll, benefits, compensation, and absence-related reports

Support audits and continuous process improvement initiatives

Qualifications

Minimum 3 years of experience in payroll and benefits administration

Post-Secondary diploma/degree with an accounting/payroll focus or equivalent experience

Strong understanding of payroll, perks, and employment legislation

Hands-on experience with an integrated HRIS/payroll system (Ceridian Dayforce preferred)

Experience managing leaves of absence and statutory disability applications

Strong working knowledge of MS Word and Outlook,



and high level of proficiency in MS Excel for data reconciliation, forecasting, and reporting, as required

Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation completed or in progress is an asset

Exceptional attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information

Highly organized with strong planning and prioritization skills

Strong critical thinking and proactive problem-solving skills

Proven ability to navigate a variety of tasks, while maintaining an optimistic attitude

Works effectively as part of a dynamic team and contributes to a positive team environment

Other Considerations

Background checks including criminal checks, employment references, and driver’s abstracts will be requested

Applicants who are interviewed for this position will receive a notification regarding the hiring decision within 45 days of their final interview date

Expected hiring range for this position is $70,000 to $80,000 annually (exact annual salary offered to the successful applicant will be determined by the candidate's experience, education, related knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data)

Join a team within the battery industry that values your contributions and invests in your long-term success.

AI Usage
East Penn Canada uses artificial intelligence tools to support our recruitment process and improve the candidate experience, such as helping organize applications or highlight relevant qualifications. AI is not used to make hiring decisions. All hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team and hiring managers, who are trained to use these tools responsibly.

Accessibility and Inclusion
East Penn Canada is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and will provide reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities, upon request.

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📌 Payroll & Benefits Administrator (Manitoba)
🏢 East Penn Canada
📍 Manitoba