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NAIT is looking for an enthusiastic self-starter with strong customer service skills to join our team as a Payroll & Benefits Administrator. Reporting to the Manager, Payroll and Benefits, and working as a part of the team, you are accountable for the full-cycle processing of two bi-weekly payrolls for approximately 3,000 employees.
Key Responsibilities:

• Process two bi-weekly payrolls for NAIT\xe2\x80\x99s salaried and casual employees
• Process new hires, terminations, adjustments, employee changes (address, dependents, etc.), pay rate changes, promotions, misc. deductions, commissions, bonuses, and benefit changes. Verify time for hourly time submissions and import entries to payroll.
• Prepare ROE\xe2\x80\x99s, off-cycle payments, process various payroll reports for audit
• Administer benefits for health, dental, life insurance and pensions
• Ensure compliance with provincial legislation guidelines, collective agreement as well as internal policies and procedures.
• Review and verify source documents.
• Investigate and correct payroll discrepancies and errors.
• Responding to payroll inquiries.
• Calculate termination and severance pay
• Liaise with all HR areas, government departments, and other internal and external associates
• Cover off duties in the absence of other team members and provides support to the Payroll and Benefits Manager

Skills & Abilities:

• Comprehensive knowledge of payroll related legislation including Income Tax, Employment Insurance, Canada Pension Plan, Employment Standards, WCB as well as full cycle benefit administration
• Experience with using Microsoft Office suite, advanced data entry skills and ERP systems and knowledge of PeopleSoft HCM would be an asset
• Strong team player with a commitment to professionalism and excellent customer service
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as outstanding analytical skills are required to effectively deal with all clients and internal/external contacts
• Aptitude for troubleshooting
• Works well under pressure and manage tight deadlines
• Experience in working with cross functional teams

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education or equivalent work experience, preferably with payroll, benefits and pension experience.
• Completed courses from the National Payroll Institute certification program preferred
• A good understanding of full cycle payroll in union and non-union environments, including experience with G/L reconciliations and accounting entries

Remuneration: $2,047.79 \xe2\x80\x93 $2,713.25 biweekly with a comprehensive benefits package Please submit a resume and Cover Letter to be considered for this opportunity. Apply online today at nait.ca/careers
About NAIT At NAIT, people matter. We\xe2\x80\x99re proud to have been named one of Alberta\xe2\x80\x99s Top Employers for 11 consecutive years. Developing an engaging, supportive and rewarding work culture is something we take seriously. We know that people are our biggest asset \xe2\x80\x93 they are what makes NAIT a great place to work. At NAIT, you are part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff and industry clients and partners. The NAIT culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity and accountability. We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work Canada.
What we offer We\xe2\x80\x99ve created a benefits package that focuses on health and wellness, professional and personal growth, recognition and work-life balance. NAIT is a flexible workplace and depending on the nature of your role, you may request flexible work arrangements with respect to where and when you work, including being on-campus full-time, working off-site, or a combination of the two. Employees also have access to excellent vacation time, paid time off between Christmas and New Year\'s, a strong recognition program, learning opportunities, 2 annual all-staff professional development days and so much more.
Health and safety NAIT continues to encourage everyone coming to our campuses to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and to get their booster shots as soon as they are eligible. Vaccination against COVID-19 remains the best way to prevent severe illness and death, and third doses can boost immunity to improve protection and limit spread.
Additional requirements Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada who have not had them previously assessed should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) www.alberta.ca/iqas-contact.aspx.
Accommodations NAIT is an inclusive employer and strives to hire a diverse workforce. If you are contacted by us regarding a job opportunity, please don\xe2\x80\x99t hesitate to advise if you require any accommodation during the selection process. Please contact us via email at careers@nait.ca.
We thank you for your application however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.