As part of the Finance team at JOEY Restaurant Group, the Payroll & Accounts Payable Coordinator will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy, efficiency, and integrity of our Payroll and Accounts Payable (AP) functions. This role oversees full-cycle Canadian payroll for approximately 900 employees, along with invoice processing, payments, reconciliations, and vendor management, supporting the financial operations of our restaurants and Corporate Office.

You’llpartner with internal teams, employees, and external vendors to ensuretimelyandaccuratepayroll and payments,maintainstrong financial controls, and continuously improve processes. You bring strong attention to detail, accountability, and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset, with the ability to take ownership and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

This role moves beyond task execution into end-to-end process ownership, issue resolution, reconciliation, compliance awareness, and proactive administration, all within a collaborative, high-performing Finance team where accuracy, service, and continuous improvement are valued.This is afull-time,in-office role based in Vancouver, BC.

Annual Compensation Range

$55,000 – $65,000/ year The salary range is dependent on skill and work experience.

Responsibilities

Process full-cycle, bi-weekly Canadian payroll for approximately 1,500 employees, including validating inputs, processing changes, reviewing calculations, balancing payroll, and processing payments

Manage payroll and AP reconciliations, investigate discrepancies and variances, and coordinate corrections within established controls

Process and manage statutory remittances (e.g., CRA, EHT, WorkSafe), government payments, employee benefits, garnishments, and other scheduled financial disbursements

Receive, review, code, and process invoices from restaurants and corporate departments, ensuring timely and accurate payment

Prepare and process payment runs, including cheques,



ACH files, and electronic payments, while maintaining accurate supporting records

Manage vendor onboarding and records, including credit card applications, and respond to inquiries from employees, restaurants, corporate teams, vendors, and external agencies

Prepare payroll, AP, and other financial reports and analysis to support Operations and the Finance team

Partner with Office Managers and General Managers to provide guidance, troubleshoot issues, and resolve payroll- and payment-related matters

Support year-end payroll and financial processes, audits, reporting, and other accounting requirements

Identify opportunities to improve processes, strengthen internal controls, and enhance accuracy and efficiency while contributing to ad hoc Finance projects and cross-functional initiatives

Requirements

1–2 years of experience in either full-cycle Canadian payroll or accounts payable/accounting, with an interest in developing broader finance experience

Experience working with payroll, HRIS, accounting, or other financial systems; experience with complex systems is an asset

Strong understanding of payroll and/or basic accounting principles

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and accuracy, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills A proactive, self-directed approach with the ability to take initiative, anticipate needs, and follow through with accountability

Strong ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure,



and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced setting A high level of discretion and integrity when handling sensitive and confidential informationStrong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively across diverse teams

Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

Extended Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, and AD&D;

Ongoing Leadership Development Courses

Enjoy 50% off Food & Beverages at any JOEY Restaurant, LOCAL Public Eatery, SALTLIK or Earls Restaurant location (some restrictions apply)

Pursue personal and professionaldevelopment,through a Coaching Partnership

Being paired with a coach will giveyouongoing support and feedback so that you are able to pursue your life goals

Industry partner incentives

Referral bonus programs

This is about you. Your attitude, passion, and potential. When you join our corporate office team, you can expect to be a part of something big. Whether in Finance, Marketing, Payroll,ITor Design, you will find yourself working alongside the industry’s best talent. As individuals, we are ambitious and driven,curiousand engaged. Together, we are a high-performing team committed to each other’s development and growth, and the success of over 50 Restaurant locations throughout North America.

What does this meanforyou? Itmeansifyou'relooking for a place to meet your potential,we'dlike to meet you. Your journey starts here.

JOEY Restaurant Groupis an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We thank all candidates for their time and interest in working at JOEY Restaurant Group, however, only candidates under consideration for opportunities with JOEY Restaurant Group will be contacted toparticipatefurther in this process.

JOEY Restaurant Groupprovidesreasonableaccommodationsupon request to those applicants and employees who needthem.

📌 Payroll & Accounts Payable Coordinator (Winnipeg)
🏢 JOEY Restaurants
📍 Winnipeg