Corporate Payroll Technician 2

Government of Nova Scotia; Halifax; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A provincial government agency in Halifax is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage the payroll and HR master data, ensuring compliance with all policies and procedures. This role requires 5+ years of specialized payroll experience, strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills. The agency offers a range of benefits including health, dental, and pension plans. The job is permanent, requiring a commitment of 35 hours per week, with potential overtime in a supportive and professional environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Pension Plan

Employee and Family Assistance Programs

Qualifications

• 5+ years of directly related payroll experience.
• Ability to manage sensitive situations tactfully.
• Experience with Human Resource Information System.

Responsibilities

• Manage payroll and HR master data in the SAP system.
• Execute the employee life cycle accurately.
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Client management

Education

Grade 12

Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) designation

Tools

SAP

Job description

Competition # : 47712

Department : Service Nova Scotia

Location : HALIFAX

Type of Employment : Permanent

Union Status : NSGEU - NSPG

Closing Date : 01-Feb-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

About Us

At Service Nova Scotia, we impact every citizen, business, and municipality in Nova Scotia. We provide services and programs to government departments and public sector organizations. We constantly strive towards making our programs and services more responsive to the needs and expectations of Nova Scotians through a culture of excellence.

About Our Opportunity

As the Payroll Specialist, you will be responsible for the accurate execution of the employee life cycle which includes a client base of unionized and non-unionized employees. You must ensure all transactions comply with Government and Departmental policies and procedures. You are also responsible for providing direction, responding to inquiries, and resolving discrepancies to ensure all clients receive service in a timely and professional manner. This will involve managing multiple demands and meeting strict deadlines. You work collaboratively in a team providing service excellence to the client and participate in continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for the accurate execution of the employee life cycle including management of payroll and HR master data within the SAP system and ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.

Qualifications And Experience

• Grade 12, as well as five (5) years directly related payroll experience
• Extensive knowledge and experience with a Human Resource Information System (SAP/HR preferred).
• Exceptional organizational and prioritization skills.
• Demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to perform activities efficiently and accurately with attention to detail
• Strong communication skills, verbal and written, with the ability to communicate complex payroll issues, best practices, procedures, and government regulations.
• Dealing diplomatically with a client to effectively manage difficult client encounters.
• You will be required to manage sensitive, personal situations, in a tactful, professional manner.
• Ability to function efficiently and effectively under considerable pressure while working to tight deadlines.

A Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) designation from the National Payroll Institute would be an asset.

Equivalency

Applicants relying on education and experience for equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

Benefits

Based on the employment status and Union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. Click here to learn more about our various benefits offerings and eligibility criteria.

Working Conditions

Normal work week is 35 hours/week, 7 hours/day. May be required to work overtime on occasion.

Additional Information

This competition is being leveraged to fill 2 current permanent, full-time vacancies. It may also be leveraged to fill other vacancies that arise in accordance with timelines outlined in the collective agreement.

What We Offer

• Career development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career
• Engaging workplace: our employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in, we have forward-thinking policies and strategies
• Countless career paths
• Department specific flexible working schedules

Pay Grade

Pay Grade: TE 20

Salary Range

Salary Range: $2,174.61 - $2,550.37 Bi-Weekly

Employment Equity Statement

Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.

Accommodation Statement

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Candidates may request accommodations based on any grounds protected by the Human Rights Act. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail].

This Is a Bargaining Unit Position Initially Restricted To Current Civil Service Employees Represented By The Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If Applying From Outside a Government Office, Employees Must Apply Correctly Via This Link Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued. External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information. Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to [e-mail].