Payroll & Benefits Specialist

The Company

B2Gold is a responsible international senior gold producer headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. Founded in 2007, today, B2Gold has operating gold mines in Mali, Namibia and the Philippines, the Goose Project under construction in northern Canada, and numerous development and exploration projects in various countries including Mali, Colombia and Finland.

Position

Payroll & Benefits Specialist 

Location and Reporting Structure 

Reporting to the Superintendent, Compensation & Benefits, this position will be based in the Edmonton Office, AB.

Responsibilities 

• Process end-to-end payroll, including data entry, imports, retroactive adjustments, gross-up calculations, and verification of deductions (taxes, garnishments, benefits);
• Prepare and verify statements of earnings and deductions, ensuring all payroll-related payments (regular, bonuses, vacation pay) are accurate and timely;
• Administer employee benefits programs such as Extended Health, Dental, Life Insurance, LTD, AD&D, RRSP, TFSA, Virtual Care, and EFAP; 
• Prepare and file all statutory and regulatory documents including T4s, ROEs, year-end reports, and benefits reconciliations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws; 
• Maintain audit-ready payroll files (digital and physical), support internal and external audits, and ensure data retention policies are followed; 
• Liaise with Time & Attendance teams to ensure the accuracy of work schedules, job codes, and absenteeism records for payroll input; 
• Reconcile payroll and benefits accounts, identify discrepancies, and collaborate with internal teams and external providers to resolve outstanding issues; and
• Communicate payroll and benefit details to employees, assisting with inquiries and guiding them through complex benefit-related concerns.

Desired Competencies and Requirements 

• Five (5) years of experience performing benefit administration and full cycle payroll data functions, preferably in heavy industry or mining;
• A two (2) year post-secondary Diploma in Business Administration or Accounting;
• Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) designation; 
• Organizational aptitude, strong prioritization capabilities and demonstrated proficiencies in detailed review; and
• Proficiency in time & attendance systems and payroll software (e.g., SAP, Avanti, or equivalent). 

Compensation and Benefits

B2Gold Nunavut offers a competitive compensation package, including salary commensurate with experience, knowledge, and skills, plus a group benefits package for employees and their dependents.

Application and Contact Information

Kitikmeot Inuit, Nunavut Inuit, and Residents receive priority hiring consideration, if one these categories applies, please state it after the reference number in the subject line. We thank all for their interest but are only considering applicants with working rights in Canada.
B2Gold Nunavut prioritizes local employment, supports empowerment initiatives, and continuously works towards a people profile that matches the demographics of the respective national settings in which we operate, while appreciating our inclusive culture that attracts talent from around the world. As an equal opportunity employer, B2Gold Nunavut values diversity and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply. 

The B2Gold Back River Corp. owned Back River Project is a significant undertaking with contributions from both B2Gold Nunavut and valued Contractors. Although we appreciate your interest in working for B2Gold Nunavut directly; if you are not selected for employment with B2Gold Nunavut or we have no current work available that is suitable for your skill set, B2Gold Nunavut may share your application material with our contractors for positions that they are seeking to fill. If you do not want your resume shared, please indicate so in the subject line of your email and we will retain a copy of your application material for our internal records only.

We will retain application material on file for future vacancies (openings within 6-12 months) for consideration; however, you are encouraged to apply to any opening you may be suited for. If selected to move forward a member of our team will be in touch.

Closing Date

This post will remain open until 12:00AM MST June 23, 2025, unless a suitable candidate is not found. We thank all applicants for their interest in B2Gold Nunavut; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted