Selkirk College Looking for Payroll Officer at Castlegar, BC Full Time

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.