Payroll Administrator

Immigrate Software; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A payroll services firm in Edmonton is looking for a payroll administrator to manage employee payroll, maintain records, and ensure accuracy in processing payments. The ideal candidate has a 2-year Accounting Diploma or equivalent experience in payroll accounting, strong interpersonal skills, and proficiency in Excel. Benefits include life and disability insurance and extended health benefits.

Benefits

Life and disability insurance

Extended health benefits

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills and collaborative mindset.
• High attention to detail with the ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Teams, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update employee information and payroll records.
• Prepare and verify statements of earnings for employees.
• Process all employee payroll related payments and benefits.
• Handle forms and documentation for benefits administration.
• Prepare payroll related filings and supporting documentation.
• Compile, review, and monitor statistical reports related to payroll.
• Identify and resolve payroll discrepancies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Problem-solving abilities

Attention to detail

Customer service excellence

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Outlook

Education

2-year Accounting Diploma or equivalent payroll/accounting experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Business Central Primo

Job description

Job Description

Maintain and update employee information, such as records of employee attendance, leave and overtime to calculate pay and benefit entitlements, in Canadian and other currencies, using manual or computerized systems

Prepare and verify statements of earnings for employees, indicating gross and net salaries and deductions such as taxes, union dues, garnishments and insurance and pension plans

Prepare, verify and process all employee payroll related payments, including regular pay, benefit payments, and special payments such as bonuses and vacation pay

Complete, verify and process forms and documentation for administration of benefits such as pension plans, leaves, share savings, employment and medical insurance

Prepare payroll related filings and supporting documentation, such as year-end tax statements, Records of Employment and other statements

Provide information on payroll matters, benefit plans and collective agreement provisions

Compile, review, and monitor statistical reports, statements, and summaries related to pay and benefits accounts

Prepare and balance period-end reports and reconcile issued payrolls to bank statements

Identify and resolve payroll discrepancies

May be responsible for the development or implementation of payroll policies, procedures or processes.

Qualifications

• A 2-year Accounting Diploma or equivalent payroll / accounting experience
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset
• Excellent written and verbal communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities
• High attention to detail with the ability to meet strict deadlines and juggle competing priorities
• A commitment to customer service excellence, professionalism, and discretion
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Teams, and Outlook
• PCP certification from the Canadian Payroll Association is an asset
• Experience with Business Central Primo is an asset
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and deliver high levels of accuracy

Benefits

• Life and disability insurance
• Extended health benefits