Payroll Associate II

West Vancouver Memorial Library; West Vancouver; On-site; CAD 76,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Compressed workweek

Pension plans

Job summary

West Vancouver Memorial Library is seeking a temporary, full-time Payroll Associate II for approximately 18 months. Reporting to the Manager, Payroll, the role focuses on accurate payroll processing in line with collective agreements and regulations.

The candidate will manage records, reports, and benefits administration while supporting special projects. Preferred qualifications include substantial payroll experience, strong Excel skills, and experience in a unionized public sector setting.

Qualifications

• Considerable knowledge of payroll preparation, calculation and processing, including benefits.
• Ability to prepare statements, statistics and reports.
• Knowledge of relevant computer systems and procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Experience with Annual T4 issuance.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Experience in a public sector unionized environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure payroll and related processes comply with collective agreements, policies, requirements and regulations.
• Maintain payroll processing records and prepare ROEs and other reports.
• Prioritize, manage time and multitask to meet deadlines.
• Reconcile general ledgers.
• Administer benefits, including enrolment and inquiries.
• Participate in duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Payroll processing

Excel

Reports and statistics

T4 issuing

Public sector experience

Education

Post-secondary payroll administration training

Job description

(Temporary, Full-Time – Approximately 18 Months)

Located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, West Vancouver is a vibrant community on the North Shore and home to parks, beaches, and to sports, recreation, and arts amenities. Our dedicated staff deliver services, operate facilities, and run the programs that enhance the well-being of our community. We are seeking employees with a passion for public service who share our commitment to creating a complete, inclusive, and livable community.

The West Vancouver Human Resources & Payroll Division is currently seeking a temporary, full-time Payroll Associate II to join our highly qualified team for approximately 18 months.

Reporting to the Manager, Payroll, the successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Ensuring payroll and all related processes are accurately processed in compliance with the relevant Collective Agreements, rules, policies, requirements and statutory regulations;


• Maintaining relevant records of payroll processing and preparing a variety of reports and statements, including Records of Employment (ROEs);


• Ability to prioritize, manage time and multitask within the confines of multiple deadlines;


• Reconciliation of general ledgers;


• Benefits administration, including enrolment, termination, payment processing, employee inquiries; and,


• Participating in other duties and special projects as assigned.

The preferred candidate will possess:

• Considerable working knowledge of the preparation, calculation, and processing of payrolls, including benefits and entitlements;


• The ability to prepare a variety of statements, statistics and reports;


• Knowledge of relevant computer systems, methods, and procedures;


• The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships;


• Annual T4 issuance experience and knowledge;


• Strong Excel skills; and,


• Experience in a public sector unionized work environment.

The successful candidate will also have:

• post-secondary training in payroll administration and computer technology, and


• considerable related experience in computerized payroll processing or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

The District offers an optional compressed workweek and excellent benefit and pension plans. Along with these benefits, you will have access to employee wellness resources, including mental health support and on-site fitness.

The successful candidate is required to supply a Police Information Check and a copy of their credentials.

Position Status:

Exempt – Temporary, Full-Time

Hours of Work:

35 hours per week (hours and days of work may vary)

Rate of Pay:

$75,700.00 - $85,200.00 per year (2025 rates)

We want to thank all applicants, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.