Job Description

Payroll Officer

Reporting to the Manager of Planning and Reporting, and utilizing a service excellence approach, this position is responsible and accountable for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of bi-weekly payrolls, responding to inquiries both internal and external and assisting in preparing and filing payroll-related reports.

Location
Castlegar
Department
College Services
Subdepartment
Finance, Purchasing and Payroll
Employment Group
PPWC
Recruitment Type
Internal / External
Appointment Type
Regular
FTE
100.00
Hrs / Week
35
Desired Start Date
05/09/2022
Closing Date
24/08/2022
Competition #
13185 Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Administer bi-weekly payrolls in accordance with current collective agreements, legislation and benefit carrier regulations
• Calculate and compile payroll data from timesheets and other records
• Prepare, enter, and ensure accuracy of data input to Unit4 ERP
• Prepare employee payments by cheque or electronic transfer and verify accuracy of payroll deductions and ensure timely remittances
• Maintain records of employee attendance, leave and overtime to calculate pay and benefit entitlements
• Prepare and verify statements of earnings for employees, indicating gross and net salaries and deductions
• Process benefits deductions in accordance with earnings rules for specific pensionable earnings
• Respond to payroll inquiries and requests for assistance from staff, students, external agencies and the general public
• Provide information to government agencies
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Strong computer skills including Word and Excel
• Strong working knowledge of all major payroll processing functions
• Experience in Unit4 ERP as an asset
• Proficient with database applications and familiar with extracting data in report form in at least one type of database
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to work in a multi-tasking environment and meet deadlines with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

Education and Experience

• 2 years of post-secondary education in Business Administration/Accounting, supplemented by Payroll Compliance Practitioner Certification (PCP) in good standing
• Minimum 2-3 years of payroll experience

This is a regular, full-time position commencing September 5, 2022. The salary is pay grade 10 - $31.50 per hour in accordance with the PPWC Collective Agreement.