CC#25-04-124, Payroll Clerk

Government of Nova Scotia; Truro; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A government organization is seeking a Payroll Clerk to manage bi-weekly payroll for employees. Responsibilities include compiling timekeeping information, ensuring accurate payment calculations, and addressing employee inquiries. Candidates should possess a Grade 12 education, a business diploma or degree, and proficiency in Excel and payroll procedures. This role requires attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• Experience in payroll procedures with a computerized HR system.
• Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Prior experience handling confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll for employees at CCRCE.
• Compile timekeeping information and ensure accurate calculations.
• Respond to employee inquiries about payroll.

Skills

Spreadsheet applications proficiency (Excel)

Payroll experience

Ability to work independently

Detail-oriented work

Ability to handle multiple tasks

Education

Completion of Grade 12

Recognized Business Diploma/Degree

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Word

Job description

Overview

The Payroll Clerk will be responsible for processing a bi-weekly payroll for a large group of Chignecto Central Regional Centre for Education employees, using multiple computer programs including Excel, SAP, Easy Connect and Integrated Services. This will include compiling timekeeping information of employees, ensuring accurate calculations of pay and deductions according to the hours worked, producing multiple reports and records of employment. This position is also responsible for responding appropriately to employee inquiries regarding payroll and investigate and resolve any errors in payroll in a timely manner.

Minimum Requirements

• Completion of Grade 12.
• Recognized Business Diploma/Degree from Community College or University.
• Proficiency with spreadsheet applications (Microsoft Excel) including functions and formulas; an exercise will be provided at time of interview.
• Proficiency in word processing (Microsoft Word); an exercise will be provided at time of interview.
• Payroll experience.
• Familiarity with unionized payroll.
• Prior experience working with private and confidential information.
• Proven success in fast paced, high volume detail-oriented work environment.

Additional Assets

• 2 Years’ experience in payroll procedures including proven proficiency in the operation of a computerized payroll/HR system.
• PCP Designation through the Canadian Payroll Association, or equivalent obtained through training and experience.
• SAP Payroll Experience.
• Ability to think and work independently while prioritizing workload in a deadline driven environment.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to combine speed and accuracy while working under pressure to meet deadlines.

Closing Notes

Successful applicants will be required to provide a Child Abuse Registry Check and a Criminal Records Check/Vulnerable Sector Check prior to commencing employment in accordance with CCRCE policies and procedures.

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance during the hiring process may contact Employee Health at

[e-mail] or 902-896-5799 to request reasonable accommodations.