We invite applications for the position of:
Payroll and Benefits Clerk (0801)
Under the supervision of the Payroll Manager and the Payroll Coordinator, provide a full range of Payroll and benefit services to employees within the school district.
Duties include:
collect, verify, enter and file time sheets;
maintain payroll databases and appropriate documentation supporting all payroll transactions;
prepare records of employment;
monitor and reconcile benefit payments and deductions and process benefit coverage changes;
discuss benefit options with employees and determine eligibility;
respond to inquiries and provide information of a detailed and specialized nature.
The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:
completed Grade 12 (Senior Secondary School Graduation);
Canadian Payroll Compliance Practitioner Certificate (consideration may be given to those willing to successfully complete the CPC Certificate within 18 months of start date);
knowledge and experience with various payroll software programs;
three (3) years’ experience preparing, processing and maintaining a variety of Payroll and Benefits packages in a medium to large multi-union environment;
demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all District employees, and various Government departments and benefit carriers;
excellent organizational skills to ensure that work is performed in a logical sequence to provide accuracy within established time frames;
ability to consistently meet a demanding workload with mandatory deadlines in this service-oriented department;
knowledge and experience with data entry/keyboarding;
knowledge and experience with word processing skills.
The successful candidate must be:
a self-starter and able to work with minimal supervision;
able to work alone and work within a team environment;
able to understand how the payroll system integrates with the accounting system.
The successful applicant will be expected to:
maintain a high quality of work including accuracy and dependability;
have excellent verbal and written communication skills;
maintain excellent interpersonal skills;
maintain confidentiality.
Successfully complete the required SD#23 Health and Safety courses
This is a full-time position (35 hours/week) with a competitive salary ($33.36/hour) and Benefits package, including participation in a defined benefit pension plan.
Qualified candidates are invited to apply online complete with cover letter and resume outlining relevant background and work experience and 3 references. This will be posted until filled.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.