ABOUT THE PROSPECT

Bookkeeper 4 You Ltd. is a professional bookkeeping, payroll, and tax services firm serving businesses across a range of industries. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Payroll Administration Assistant Intern to join our Thunder Bay team.

This hands-on position is designed for an individual starting their career or transitioning into payroll, accounting, or business administration. Working directly with experienced payroll professionals, the successful candidate will develop practical skills in processing payroll for multiple clients while learning payroll legislation, reporting, and recordkeeping.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

- Assist with weekly, biweekly, and semi-monthly payroll processing for multiple clients.
- Review and enter timesheets, employee hours, earnings, deductions, and adjustments.
- Maintain accurate employee payroll records and assist with new-hire payroll setup.
- Learn to prepare Records of Employment (ROEs) and statutory payroll remittances, including CPP, EI, income tax, and WSIB.
- Assist with year-end payroll reporting, including T4 preparation.
- Support payroll reconciliation, reporting, and follow-up on discrepancies.
- Communicate professionally with clients and maintain strict confidentiality.
- Assist with related bookkeeping tasks and document management as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS
- Robust numerical accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and general computer applications.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to learn new software, manage deadlines, and work as part of a team.
- Coursework or experience in payroll, accounting, bookkeeping, or business administration is an asset, but not required.
- Experience with QuickBooks Online or Sage 50 is an asset.

Training and mentorship will be provided. Previous payroll experience is not required. NOHFC INTERNSHIP CANDIDATE CRITERIA To be eligible, applicants must:
- Be a new entrant into the workforce, be transitioning to a new career, or be unemployed or underemployed and entering a new field.
- Not have previously participated in an NOHFC-funded internship under the 2020 Mandate.
- Be 18 years of age or older.
- Be legally eligible to work in Canada.
- Reside in Thunder Bay,



Ontario.

WHAT WE OFFER
- $20.00 per hour and full-time, in-office experience.
- Practical training in payroll software, payroll compliance, and client service.
- Direct mentorship in a professional bookkeeping and payroll firm.
- Exposure to payroll practices across a diverse client base.

HOW TO APPLY Please apply through Indeed with your resume and a brief cover letter explaining your interest in payroll administration and how you meet the NOHFC eligibility criteria.

CLOSING DATE: OCTOBER 31, 2026

Bookkeeper 4 You Ltd. welcomes applications from qualified candidates and will provide reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process upon request. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This internship is supported in part by the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC).ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Bookkeeper 4 You Ltd. is a professional bookkeeping, payroll, and tax services firm serving businesses across a range of industries. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Payroll Administration Assistant Intern to join our Thunder Bay team.

This hands-on position is designed for an individual starting their career or transitioning into payroll, accounting, or business administration. Working directly with experienced payroll professionals, the successful candidate will develop practical skills in processing payroll for multiple clients while learning payroll legislation, reporting, and recordkeeping.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

- Assist with weekly, biweekly, and semi-monthly payroll processing for multiple clients.
- Review and enter timesheets, employee hours, earnings, deductions, and adjustments.
- Maintain accurate employee payroll records and assist with new-hire payroll setup.
- Learn to prepare Records of Employment (ROEs) and statutory payroll remittances, including CPP, EI, income tax, and WSIB.




- Assist with year-end payroll reporting, including T4 preparation.
- Support payroll reconciliation, reporting, and follow-up on discrepancies.
- Communicate professionally with clients and maintain strict confidentiality.
- Assist with related bookkeeping tasks and document management as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong numerical accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and general computer applications.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to learn new software, manage deadlines, and work as part of a team.
- Coursework or experience in payroll, accounting, bookkeeping, or business administration is an asset, but not required.
- Experience with QuickBooks Online or Sage 50 is an asset.

Training and mentorship will be provided. Previous payroll experience is not required. NOHFC INTERNSHIP CANDIDATE CRITERIA To be eligible, applicants must:
- Be a new entrant into the workforce, be transitioning to a new career, or be unemployed or underemployed and entering a new field.
- Not have previously participated in an NOHFC-funded internship under the 2020 Mandate.
- Be 18 years of age or older.
- Be legally eligible to work in Canada.
- Reside in Thunder Bay, Ontario.

WHAT WE OFFER
- $20.00 per hour and full-time, in-office experience.
- Practical training in payroll software, payroll compliance, and client service.
- Direct mentorship in a professional bookkeeping and payroll firm.
- Exposure to payroll practices across a diverse client base.

HOW TO APPLY Please apply through Indeed with your resume and a brief cover letter explaining your interest in payroll administration and how you meet the NOHFC eligibility criteria.

CLOSING DATE: OCTOBER 31, 2026

Bookkeeper 4 You Ltd. welcomes applications from qualified candidates and will provide reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process upon request. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This internship is supported in part by the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC).

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35.0 per week

Benefits

- Casual dress

Work Location: In person

📌 Payroll Administration Assistant Intern (Thunder Bay)
🏢 Bookkeeper 4 You
📍 Thunder Bay