S2324-81 Payroll & Benefits Assistant

Northern Lights Public Schools is located in the heart of Alberta’s Lakeland region, which offers residents a multitude of outdoor recreation opportunities and stunning displays of the Aurora Borealis. The division is focused on ensuring all students have the opportunity to succeed and has designated numeracy and student mental health and wellness as division priorities.
Northern Lights Public Schools invites applications for the following position:
S2324-81 Payroll & Benefits Assistant
This is a full-time (1.0 fte) position commencing as soon as possible. The assignment involves assisting and supporting the Payroll and Benefits department with related payroll administration duties. Depending on the location of the successful candidate, this position can be based out of the Bonnyville or Lac La Biche office. Interested applicants must have strong interpersonal skills and be able to multitask.
The successful candidate will:
Prepare, review and reconcile payroll in a timely and accurate manner
File and respond to telephone, email, and in person inquiries from staff
Update new hires, terminations, leaves, wage adjustments and any other changes for a high volume payroll
Provide general administrative assistance to the Payroll and Benefits department as needed
Process and issue ROEs for all terminations and leaves, ensuring compliance with Service Canada guidelines
Preference will be given to applicants who have:
Certificate/Training in Business Administration, Payroll or Accounting
Experience in payroll process and administration
Strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy
Basic knowledge of current Alberta Labour and Employment Legislation
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Familiarity with collective and union agreements
Commitment to confidentiality
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Flexible and adaptable to changing needs of the organization, while handling stressful situations with professionalism
Excellent computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Google Applications
Familiarity with Atrieve ERP or a similar database
How to Apply:
Interested applicants are required to create and complete all sections of their portfolio through the 'Apply On-Line' link on our website, in the employment section. Check your 'Job Application Log' to confirm that you have successfully applied. This position will close on Thursday, February 29, 2024 at 4:30 PM.
The successful candidate will be required to obtain and provide a criminal record check which includes a vulnerable sector check. We thank all interested applicants; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.