Payroll Specialist

Squamish; North Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 67,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Squamish Nation is seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Payroll Specialist to join the Estx̱wáy̓usem Finance Department within X̱etx̱ítayus Ch'áwch'aw Corporate Services. Reporting to the Team Leader, Payroll, you will ensure accurate and timely payroll processing, income assistance payments, and related financial transactions.

You’ll collaborate across departments to maintain payroll integrity, support audits, and uphold compliance with payroll legislation.

Qualifications

• Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certification, related studies, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1 to 2 years of experience in payroll administration, reconciliations, and general accounting.
• Experience processing payroll in a computerized payroll environment.
• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, compliance requirements, and payroll best practices.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Experience working with large-scale payroll or accounting systems; ADP Workforce Now experience is preferred.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex information clearly.
• Professionalism, integrity, emotional intelligence, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Knowledge of Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw history, culture, customs, land, and people, or experience working in a First Nations environment, is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll accurately and on time.
• Provide payroll backup support and assist with payroll administration activities.
• Ensure compliance with Canada Labour Code (CLC), Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) regulations, and internal payroll policies.
• Process Income Assistance payments accurately and efficiently.
• Support Distribution (DB) payment processing for Squamish Nation members.
• Prepare termination payments and Records of Employment (ROEs).
• Process voids, payment corrections, and reissued member payments.
• Complete payroll and account reconciliations to ensure data integrity and accuracy.
• Assist with annual audit preparation and the compilation of supporting documentation.
• Collaborate closely with Human Resources, Accounts Payable, Membership, and Income Assistance teams.
• Provide responsive customer service and support for payroll-related inquiries.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support the overall success of the Finance Department.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Payroll knowledge

Education

Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certification

Related studies in payroll

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

Salary Range: $66,689.00 To $93,364.00 Annually

Be Part of Something Meaningful

The Squamish Nation is seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Payroll Specialist to join the Estx̱wáy̓usem Finance Department within X̱etx̱ítayus Ch'áwch'aw Corporate Services.

Reporting to the Team Leader, Payroll, the Payroll Specialist plays a key role in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll, income assistance payments, and related financial transactions. This position supports payroll administration, compliance with legislative requirements, reconciliations, reporting, and collaboration across departments to maintain the integrity of payroll operations and support the financial well-being of employees and community members.

This is an exciting opportunity for a payroll professional who is passionate about accuracy, service excellence, continuous learning, and contributing to meaningful work that supports the Squamish Nation community.

What You’ll Do

Process bi-weekly payroll accurately and on time.

Provide payroll backup support and assist with payroll administration activities.

Ensure compliance with Canada Labour Code (CLC), Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) regulations, and internal payroll policies.

Process Income Assistance payments accurately and efficiently.

Support Distribution (DB) payment processing for Squamish Nation members.

Prepare termination payments and Records of Employment (ROEs).

Process voids, payment corrections, and reissued member payments.

Complete payroll and account reconciliations to ensure data integrity and accuracy.

Assist with annual audit preparation and the compilation of supporting documentation.

Collaborate closely with Human Resources, Accounts Payable, Membership, and Income Assistance teams.

Provide responsive customer service and support for payroll-related inquiries.

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support the overall success of the Finance Department.

What We’re Looking For

Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certification, related studies, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

1 to 2 years of experience in payroll administration, reconciliations, and general accounting.

Experience processing payroll in a computerized payroll environment.

Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, compliance requirements, and payroll best practices.

Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word.

Experience working with large-scale payroll or accounting systems; ADP Workforce Now experience is preferred.

Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex information clearly.

Professionalism, integrity, emotional intelligence, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Knowledge of Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw history, culture, customs, land, and people, or experience working in a First Nations environment, is considered an asset.

Why Work With Us

• Professional Growth – We invest in our people with training, mentorship, and career development
• Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw Values – Be part of an organization that values Úxwumixw (community/peoples), snew̓íyelh(guiding through teachings), wenáxws (respect) and inclusivity.

As a dynamic community organization, we understand the importance of employing enthusiastic and talented people to work together. We know that our future strength and growth is very much dependent on our key resources – our people. With a variety of programs and services, we offer career paths that fit many areas of expertise, backgrounds, and interests. Along with competitive compensation and benefits, we foster an environment that values diversity through the respect and appreciation of each person for their individual attributes.

Candidates are typically offered compensation between the beginning to the midpoint of the range. We are committed to providing a fair and equitable package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization.

Benefits: We offer extended medical and dental, pension matching, supplementary savings, and a professional development budget.

Join us in building a future rooted in culture, values, and community strength. Your work matters here. #Workwithpurpose