Payroll Officer: Competition #218
An Internal/External Posting in the PPWC Employee Group.
Castlegar
Posted:
Wednesday, December 05, 2018
Closes: Monday, December 17, 2018
Reporting to the Manager of Planning and Reporting, utilizing a service excellence approach, this position is responsible and accountable for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of bi-weekly payrolls, responding to inquires both internal and external and assisting preparing and filing payroll-related reports.
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 time sheets and other records
- prepare, enter, and ensure accuracy of data input to Stargarden
- 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 Stargarden and all major payroll processing functions
- Proficient with data base applications and familiar with extracting data in report form in at least one type of data base
- 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 post secondary education in Business Administration/Accounting, supplemented by Payroll Compliance Practitioner Certification (PCP) in good standing
- Minimum 2-3 years payroll experience
This is a full-time, temporary position beginning as soon as possible for the duration of an internal project which is anticipated to run to March 31, 2020 with a possibility for an extension. The salary is pay grade 10 - $29.02 per hour - in accordance with the PPWC Collective Agreement.
Selkirk College appreciates the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Interested and qualified applicants are invited to email their chronological resume (along with cover letter, work references and supporting documentation including diplomas and transcripts) no later than 4:00 pm on the closing date to . The personal information provided by applicants is collected pursuant to Sections 26 and 27 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA). The required personal information is collected for the purposes of supporting and evaluating your application for employment with Selkirk College and for aggregate statistical purposes. The personal information will be used, retained and only disclosed by Selkirk in accordance with FIPPA. The information is related directly to and needed by Selkirk to initiate the employment application process. The information will be used to contact references supplied by you, evaluate your qualifications, and complete the employment process by making a hiring decision.
Selkirk College is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that empowers all employees to reach their full potential and where each member of the college community shares a responsibility for developing and maintaining a healthy work environment in which differences are valued. The college welcomes applications from persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and Aboriginal people. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
All résumés must be submitted via email.
This posting closes on Monday, December 17, 2018.