Municipal Payroll Specialist

City of Iqaluit; Iqaluit; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal government in Iqaluit seeks an experienced Pay Administrator to manage payroll systems for unionized and non-unionized staff. The role covers various responsibilities including payroll preparation, compliance, and policy interpretation. Candidates should have at least three years of accounting and Canadian payroll experience, along with proficiency in Excel. The position offers a full-time permanent status with a competitive salary and benefits package. A background check is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in accounting and Canadian payroll.
• Proficiency in Excel and word processing with the ability to maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Administer payroll for municipal staff and ensure compliance with policies.
• Prepare and reconcile payroll and benefits journal entries.
• Manage employee leave benefits and ensure accurate payroll processing.

Skills

Accounting

Canadian payroll

Excel

Record keeping

Union policies interpretation

Education

College diploma or bachelor's degree in business administration or accounting

Tools

Dayforce/Ceridian

Microsoft GP Dynamics

Job description

A municipal government in Iqaluit seeks an experienced Pay Administrator to manage payroll systems for unionized and non-unionized staff. The role covers various responsibilities including payroll preparation, compliance, and policy interpretation. Candidates should have at least three years of accounting and Canadian payroll experience, along with proficiency in Excel. The position offers a full-time permanent status with a competitive salary and benefits package. A background check is required.