Payroll/Financial Analyst

We’re hiring a Fulltime
Payroll / Financial Analyst

The Town of Middleton is a beautiful community located in the Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia. Full of small-town charm and known as the “Heart of the Valley”, Middleton serves as a regional centre for business, education, health, and recreation services. Our community is a delightful town with immense potential, complemented by strong values in diversity and accessibility. To learn more about Middleton, please visit www.discovermiddleton.ca

Our Opportunity

We are looking for a self-motivated individual with a positive attitude to join the Middleton team as a

Payroll / Financial Analyst. You will report to the Director of Finance and ensure efficient water billings and payroll administration processing. The ideal candidate should possess excellent time management skills and meticulous attention to detail. Responsibilities also include handling counter services and addressing general inquiries, requiring effective communication skills.

Why work with us?

We truly value our people, which means you will join an incredible team in a supportive and positive environment. We are passionate about the roles we play in providing superior service within our community, and we take considerable pride in the goals we accomplish together. We invest in our people through supporting and encouraging professional development, so you have the tools to succeed in your role safely. Our core values of trust, respect and accountability are extremely important in all we do, and we build our team to share and model these values. Best of all, we like to have fun! We prioritize having fun while we work hard as a team; we enjoy connecting with each other, and we genuinely care about one another.

Benefits include access to an excellent health and dental plan, vision care, disability and life insurance and an employee assistance program. We offer a matched pension plan of 6% and we provide all the technology required to be successful in your role. We provide a generous vacation package, and we want you to use it!

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

• Process end-to-end bi-weekly payroll for staff and monthly payroll for Council
• Management of Payroll, including employee files and records, government remittances, ROE’s,

T4’s, T4A’s, general ledger reconciliations for payroll accounts, and any other reporting requirements

• Administer company pension and benefits plans
• Ensure Collective Agreement is followed and adhered to
• Management and oversight of Accounts Receivable, including Water Billings
• Conduct regular bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
• Assist Director of Finance with budget preparation and forecasting

We’re hiring a Fulltime
Payroll / Financial Analyst

• Research, identify and process potential grant opportunities as applicable to the Town
• Provide support to the Director of Finance to ensure smooth day-to-day office operations
• Support the year-end financial statement audit
• When required, manage counter service, process payments, and handle general inquiries
• Assist Director of Finance with special projects

What we’re looking for:

Qualifications:

• Degree or diploma (Business, Finance, Accounting) or equivalent experience
• Proven experience in financial analysis, preferably in a similar role
• Full-cycle payroll experience, including knowledge of payroll regulations and laws
• Experience with unions (compliance, reporting, and collective agreements)
• Excellent communication skills with staff and the public
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Time management skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with grants management
• Experience preparing budgets and forecasts
• Proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics GP
• Municipal experience is an asset

You have a choice in your career. Why not choose Middleton to join, stay and thrive in your career!

Middleton is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment.

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time, Union

Salary Range: $55,000 - $65,000 / annually

To Apply: Please send a cover letter and resume as one document to:

Email: hr@town.middleton.ns.ca

Closing Date: The job posting will remain active until a successful candidate is hired.

Inquiries: 902-825-4841 (ext. 105)

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $55,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• Do you have experience managing payroll?

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Middleton, NS B0S 1P0 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Middleton, NS B0S 1P0: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person