Payroll Assistant REMOTE WORK

CPA Corporation; Saint John; Remote; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to manage employee compensation processes. This role involves entering payroll information, calculating wages, and ensuring timely payments while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy. The ideal candidate will possess strong math skills, excellent communication abilities, and a thorough understanding of payroll procedures. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact the efficiency of payroll operations and employee satisfaction. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are committed to excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a payroll clerk or payroll manager.
• Solid knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage compensation packages using payroll software.
• Calculate pay according to hours worked, leaves, and overtime.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in payroll.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Confidentiality

Math Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma

BSc/BA in Accounting/Business Administration

Tools

Payroll Software

Pay Force

Job description

CPA Corporation is looking for a qualified Payroll Clerk to assist in all activities regarding the management of employee compensation in the company. You will undertake a variety of tasks such as entering payroll information, calculating wages, and making payments.

An excellent payroll clerk has a great understanding of the concept of confidentiality. You will be experienced in entering data with attention to detail and will have good math skills to make the necessary calculations. The ideal candidate will be a thorough professional with good communication abilities.

The goal is to carry out all payroll procedures with speed and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Manage compensation packages using payroll software
• Collect and verify timekeeping information for all employees
• Calculate pay according to hours worked incorporating leaves and overtime
• Calculate bonuses and commissions when appropriate
• Manage and calculate taxes and deductions
• Initiate periodical payments timely either by preparing and administering checks or making direct deposits through a bank payment system
• Issue statements and invoices and maintain records
• Update paper and electronic payroll records by entering adjustments on pay rates, employee status changes, etc.
• Calculate unemployment and severance payments
• Deal with complaints and questions regarding payroll from employees and upper management
• Investigate and resolve any discrepancies in payroll
• Prepare and submit reports with payroll information to supervisor

Requirements and skills

• Proven experience as payroll clerk or payroll manager
• Familiarity with general accounting principles
• Experience in data collection, entry, and reporting with great attention to detail and confidentiality
• Solid knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and regulations
• Computer savvy with working knowledge of relevant software (e.g., Pay force)
• Exquisite math and numerical skills
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication abilities with aptitude in problem-solving
• High school diploma or equivalent; BSc/BA in accounting/business administration is a plus