Job Description

Payroll Clerk

Part-Time - Permanent (28 hrs/week)

Cranbrook, BC

Who We Are:

Ktunaxa Kinbasket Child & Family Services (KKCFSS) is a non-profit Child, Youth and Family Delegated Indigenous Agency governed by a Board of Directors represented by ?akisqnuk, ?aqam, yaqan nu?kiy (Lower Kootenay Band), yaqit ?aknuq?i?it (Tobacco Plains Band), Shuswap Band and the Metis Nation BC. KKCFSS programs and services are available to Ktunaxa citizens, First Nations, Metis and Inuit living on and off-reserve in Ktunaxa ?amak?is (Traditional Territory).

KKCFSS believes in a holistic approach to providing services with some fundamental beliefs:

Healthy communities make healthy children. Children are the future of our, and all, nations. Children have the right to a safe, secure and culturally appropriate family and community experience. Children have the right to grow up connected to their family, community and culture. Families have the right to culturally relevant services.

The Opportunity:

This position is responsible for the coordination and administration of Payroll for approximately 120 employees at KKCFSS. You will work closely with the Finance and Human Resource teams to ensure our employees are paid accurately and on time.

In the Role of Payroll Clerk, You Will:

Function with ethics, integrity, and confidentiality.

Process bi-weekly payroll for approximately 100 employees according to provincial regulations and KKCFFS policies.

Ensure accuracy and compliance with governmental reporting requirements.

Have clear, open and consistent communication internally and externally, representing the organization professionally and ethically.

Ensure that all taxes are collected and remitted according to government regulations.

Ensure proper approvals and authorizations according to the established delegation of authorities.

PrepareT4s, T4As, and summary, including reconciliation of taxable benefits, payroll remittances, general ledger, wages, and expenses.

Process new hires, terminations and authorized changes in payroll, and edit and review payroll data for accuracy and correctness.

Process employee termination of employment including the issuance of Record of Employment (ROE) in the appropriate time frame.

Provide information as required to Human Resources Development Canada and Canada Revenue Agency on payroll remittance and employment matters.

Maintain the Sage Payroll Database.

Administer and prepare bi-weekly payroll general ledger transactions.

Prepare necessary payments and reports for timely remittance of taxes, garnishments, benefit plan contributions etc. in compliance with regulatory agencies and agreements.

Assist with fiscal year end projects with auditors, analyze salaries and benefits, and ensure cut off at year-end for payroll is done correctly and timely.

Calculate and prepare year-end liability accruals for salaries, wages, vacation and severance.

Act as an Administrator for the KKCFSS benefit and pension plans

What You Will Bring to the Role:

PCP certification preferred, Bachelor Degree in Business preferred, Diploma in Accounting.

5 years minimum of directly related experience.

Working knowledge of BC Labour Standards.

Strong communication skills.

Interpersonal skills.

Adaptable and flexible.

Problem solving skills.

Record management.

Integrity, ethics, and the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

First Nations and Indigenous cultural awareness and sensitivity.

Customer service excellence.

Organizational skills.

Detail oriented.

Excellent software skills including Microsoft Office Suite, Sage ERP and Outlook.

Valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle.

Our Commitment to You:

Excellent compensation package. Generous and flexible time off options unique to KKCFSS, promoting work life family balance. Education and professional development opportunities. Starting salary of $54,386.40 - $61,479.20

Apply Now!

Please submit your cover letter and resume to:

Human Resources

Ktunaxa Kinbasket Child & Family Services Society

7472 Mission Road

Cranbrook, BC V1C 7E5

kkcfssrecruitment@ktunaxa.org

Preference will be given to candidates of Ktunaxa or other First Nations ancestry. If you are a Ktunaxa citizen who is interested in this opportunity but do not feel you have the necessary qualifications, please contact the Ktunaxa Nation Council Education and Employment Sector.

We thank those who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Visit https://kkcfss.org/ for more information about this the Agency, and https://foundrybc.ca/eastkootenay/ to learn more about the East Kootenay Foundry

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $54,386.40-$61,479.20 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company car Company events Company pension Dental care Extended health care Life insurance Mileage reimbursement On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match Tuition reimbursement Vision care Wellness program
Schedule:

No weekends
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-07-08