Payroll Clerk

Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation; Tofino; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tla-o-qui-aht First Nations Administration is seeking a Payroll Clerk to manage payroll processing and ensure fair compensation practices. Located in Tofino, the role includes managing payroll information and benefits for staff, emphasizing integrity and community service. Ideal candidates will have substantial administrative experience with a focus on finances and strong organizational skills, supporting the Nation's commitment to transparency and accountability.

Qualifications

• 4 years experience in administration with finances and payroll.
• Data entry experience required.
• Preference for Canadian Payroll Association education or certification.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll for staff accurately and timely.
• Administer the Nation’s benefits programs including enrolments.
• Maintain accurate employee database and respond to payroll inquiries.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Post secondary diploma in business administration, finance or accounting

Tools

Accounting software

MS Office

Payroll and benefits software

Adagio software

Job description

Tla-o-qui-aht First Nations Administration seeks a highly motivated individual with a strong eye for detail to fill the full-time position of Payroll Clerk. Based out of the Tla-o-qui-aht Office in Tofino, applicants will be reporting to the Finance Manager on all aspects of Payroll.

Culture Commitment

The Payroll Clerk honours Tla-o-qui-aht values by ensuring fair, accurate compensation in a respectful and transparent manner. This role supports community well-being through accountability, consistency, and service rooted in integrity.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Process bi-weekly payroll accurately and timely for the Nation’s staff.
Acquire and review staff timesheets for accuracy, completeness, and signature.
Maintain an accurate database of relevant employee information to process payroll and ensure that resulting payroll changes are processed in an accurate and timely manner.
Oversee the distribution of paystubs to staff.
Administer the Nation’s benefits programs for the staff, including staff enrolment and benefit payments.
Maintain knowledge of payroll regulations and standards.
Compile and track payroll data including leaves of absence, insurance payments, and payroll deductions.
Follow the Nation’s payroll procedures for establishing and terminating employees
Prepare government remittances, including WorkSafeBC remittances.
Create and distribute T4s.
Respond to employee and government agency inquiries in regard to payroll.
Other ad-hoc finance duties as required.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent of this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required of the position.

Qualifications:

Education, training and certificates

High School Diploma
Post secondary diploma in business of administration, finance or accounting Work experience
4 years experience in an administration setting, working with finances and payroll
Data entry experience

Knowledge, skills, abilities, and attributes

Accounting software, MS Office, accounting principles, government funding agreements, payroll and benefits software
Organizational skills, time management, written and verbal communication, interpersonal skills, accurately perform mathematical computations, work in a fast pace and stressful environment
Confidentiality, attention to detail, establish priorities, met deadlines, customer oriented, integrity, trust Additional assets
Preference for a qualified Aboriginal candidate
Experience with Adagio software
Preference for a financial or accounting certification or education
Preference for Canadian Payroll Association education and/or certificate

Works in an office setting, primarily in a stationary position for the majority of the day.
Uses computer and telephone throughout day.
Must be able to remain stationary for prolonged periods of time.

May require traveling by car

Company

Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation

Location

Tofino

Contact Info

Deadline for application is: Thursday July 24, 2025 by 4:30pm

Submit your resume and cover letter that demonstrates how qualifications are met to: Lisa Kingsley, Human Resources Manager Email: [e-mail] Or by Fax: [phone] Or drop at the office in a sealed envelope at #1119-A Pacific Rim Highway Tofino

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