Payroll Admin Assistant Job Description

Payroll Admin Assistant Job Description Template

Our company is looking for a Payroll Admin Assistant to join our team.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide payroll related information as required by Operations and Senior Management;
  • Process employee terminations, salary increases and employee status changes;
  • Process weekly payroll for hourly staff within the Montreal area;
  • Manage Workers’ Compensation files, submit yearly employer statement of wages, and handle all communication with the CNESST;
  • Advanced Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Lotus Notes, and Lotus/Outlook Calendar;
  • Organize and maintain payroll and employee files in accordance with the Company record retention policies;
  • Assists in audits of payroll or payroll systems;
  • Track vacations / leaves of absence by maintaining updated calendars, seniority lists, and staff reports;
  • Handling of both inbound and outbound correspondence via mail, fax, email, phones.

Requirements:

  • Canadian payroll association PCP certificate achieved or in progress with a commitment to complete;
  • Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills (great at following up and file organization);
  • 1 – 2 years of payroll experience;
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and oral;
  • Demonstrate a strong attention to detail and analytical skills;
  • Positive demeanor; attitude and professional appearance;
  • Ability to meet tight deadlines.