Payroll Assistant

MaKAmi College; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading college as a Payroll Assistant, where you'll ensure accurate payroll processing and maintain employee records. This role offers a dynamic work environment focused on professional growth and impactful education. You'll collaborate with HR to support onboarding and offboarding while becoming proficient in HRIS modules. If you're detail-oriented and passionate about making a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Health Spending & Lifestyle Accounts

Educational Allowance for Professional Development

Emergency Allowance for Unexpected Needs

Free Massages at Our Student Clinic

Discounts on College Programs & Courses

Staff Discount in College Store

On-Site Gym Access

Free Parking

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience with DayforceHCM.
• Comprehensive understanding of payroll legislation and accounting.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and processing regular monthly payroll activities.
• Maintaining employee records and document control.
• Supporting onboarding and offboarding processes.

Skills

Payroll Processing

Attention to Detail

Communication

Education

Post-secondary diploma or degree in Human Resources

Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certification

Tools

DayforceHCM

Microsoft Office

Job description

May 15, 2025

Work in a purpose driven career with MaKami College, public post-secondary college that has been helping students for over 20 years with locations in Edmonton and Calgary, Alberta.

MaKami College offers students in-person, online, and blended programs in Massage Therapy, Health Care Aide, Business Administrative Assistant, Medical Office Assistant, and more. Rapidly growing, we are working to expand our campuses into cities across Canada, and continuously working to add programs to our course catalogue. We work with our team to grow and develop in areas they are passionate about, focusing on our MaKami Pillars - Leadership, Professionalism, Helpfulness, and Inspiration. MaKami team members are provided with many opportunities for professional career growth in a fulfilling and dynamic work environment.

The MaKami team is passionate about creating generational change through education, and we provide the tools and a safe environment for our staff to change the lives of our students and their families.

MaKami College is seeking a highly motivated Payroll Assistant to join our HR team. This role ensures accurate and efficient monthly payroll processing, maintains employee data, and collaborates with HR and internal stakeholders. Responsibilities include managing employee records, auditing changes, overseeing document control, and supporting onboarding and offboarding. The role also involves becoming proficient in HRIS modules, providing HR metrics reports, and handling various HR administrative tasks with a focus on consistency and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities (Including but not limited to the following):

• Preparing and processing regular monthly payroll activities
• Ensuring accurate reviewing and tracking of key employee information (i.e. hours worked, overtime, vacation, time sheets, etc.)
• In coordination with payroll responsibilities, work closely with other HR roles and internal stakeholders to ensure the proper flow and maintenance of employee data
• Maintain employee records in Dayforce and electronic employee files
• Ensure employee changes are entered correctly and made on a timely basis
• Review and audit employee changes prior to payroll approvals and updates
• Maintaining a proper document control system
• Represent the HR team with onboarding and offboarding employees and ensure all related tasks are completed as required.
• Work towards becoming a subject matter expert in maintaining and updating our related HRIS modules
• Administer and distribute regular HR metrics reporting to internal stakeholders
• Responsible for other key administrative tasks related to all areas of HR with an emphasis on consistency, efficiency, and continuous improvement (i.e. recruitment, payroll, benefits, policy work, performance management, etc.)

Required experience and qualifications:

• Post-secondary diploma or degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance or a related field
• Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certification is an asset.
• Comprehensive understanding of payroll legislation, employment standards and payroll accounting.
• A minimum of 2 years of direct, hands-on experience with DayforceHCM
• Previous Human Resources experience is an asset
• Experience with payroll processes in a daycare setting is highly valued
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, payroll and accounting software

MaKami College is a leader in career training and education , dedicated to student success and community engagement. We offer a collaborative work environment that values continuous learning, professional growth, and innovation in education. Our team thrives on integrity, excellence, and inclusivity , making a meaningful impact in the lives of our students and staff.

• Health Spending & Lifestyle Accounts
• Educational Allowance for Professional Development
• Emergency Allowance for Unexpected Needs
• Free Massages at Our Student Clinic
• Discounts on College Programs & Courses
• Staff Discount in College Store
• Free Parking

Perks & Benefits:

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• Health Spending & Lifestyle Accounts
• Educational Allowance for Professional Development
• Emergency Allowance for Unexpected Needs
• Free Massages at Our Student Clinic
• Discounts on College Programs & Courses
• Staff Discount in College Store
• On-Site Gym Access
• Free Parking

Qualified candidates should reply to this ad with their cover letter and resume. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those who meet our criteria will be contacted to continue in our process.