Payroll Administrator (Terrace)

Job Responsibility:

Payroll Administrator (Terrace)

and duties

Coast Mountain College (CMTN), Terrace campus, invites applications for a full-time continuing Payroll Administrator. Salary will be in accordance with the BCGEU Support Staff Salary Scale, Level 15: $2,963.10 biweekly plus a comprehensive benefits package.

This position is ideal for a highly skilled, client-focused professional who thrives in a dynamic, fast paced and ever-changing environment, and who is ready to share their knowledge and make a significant contribution to the Payroll team.

CMTN is committed to increasing the equitable and inclusive participation of marginalized people in all aspects of college life. We welcome and encourage applications from First Peoples, Black People, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, people with diverse gender identities or expressions, and people with disabilities.

Individuals who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process, may contact HR in confidence, prior to the closing date.

Duties: This provides confidential, quality-controlled bi-weekly payroll processing services ensuring all employees of various classification groups, levels and tenures are paid accurately and on time, and that all deductions are calculated, deducted, and remitted. The Payroll Administrator is the primary support for the Payroll Coordinator in auditing the college's payroll information and acts as a resource to respond to various complex payroll concerns.

Duties will include but are not limited to:

• Administers payroll in accordance with collective agreements, employment standards legislation and employee contracts, enters employee data and generates pay calculations
• Calculates a variety of complex payroll deductions including income tax, pension and benefit premiums, charitable donations, and garnishees, ensuring compliance with all federal, provincial, and local payroll tax regulations
• Responsible for preparing and maintaining payroll documents and reports including pension, WorkSafe BC reports, records of employment, T4s, Service Canada summaries, and seniority
• Provides advice and guidance to employees regarding payroll payments and policy issues
• Tests system patches and updates to ensure that these do not compromise our HR/Payroll system
• Provides support and advice to the Coordinator suggesting ways to streamline Payroll/HR and improve efficiencies
• Supports the Payroll Coordinator in auditing the college's payroll information and resolves various complex payroll concerns. Identifies and monitors for deviations and makes recommendations for resolution.
• Researches payroll and seniority inquiries and provides background information to the Coordinator, Director, and HR Managers
• Provides guidance to managers regarding workloads and other pay related questions

Qualifications

A minimum of a two-year diploma (Bachelor's degree preferred) in Accounting/Business along with three years of payroll-related experience in a large complex and integrated computer environment. Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP), or equivalent, from the National Payroll Institute is preferred.

Required skills and abilities include:

• Demonstrated proficiency using standard office technology
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to determine priorities, be self-directed, and work with minimal supervision
• Able to maintain a high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information
• Strong organizational and time management skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Able to courteously communicate complex information to diverse audiences using effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with a proactive approach to resolving challenges and concerns
• Proven multi-tasking skills with the ability to thrive in a diverse, fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills with the ability to develop, establish, and maintain effective working relationships with a wide variety of employees and external agencies

Application information

To apply please send a cover letter, quoting competition #24.092B, and an up-to-date resume to:

Coast Mountain College, Human Resources, Email: View email address on ca.edajobs.com

NOTE: Only complete applications (with a cover letter and resume included) received to the above noted email address will be considered.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Closing date August 7, 2024 Competition number 24.092B Job status Open Posting type Support Audience Internal BCGEU Support Staff Department

• Human Resource and Payroll

Campuses

• Terrace