Senior Payroll Clerk VI - 6 Month Limited Term

Seaspan ULC; North Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading shipbuilding company in North Vancouver is seeking a Senior Payroll Clerk VI for a 6-month contract. The role involves processing payroll and ensuring accuracy in all payroll-related forms. Candidates should have at least 3 years of payroll experience and a Grade 12 education, including PCP Certification. This position offers a hybrid work schedule after the initial onboarding period.

Benefits

Hybrid work schedule

Parking included

Complimentary shuttle service

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years payroll experience using a computerized payroll program.
• Experience with JD Edwards is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of payroll methods and practices.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll and ensure accuracy.
• Handle inquiries from employees and government agencies.
• Maintain confidential employee files.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Computer skills

Education

Grade 12 education

Canadian Payroll Association’s Payroll Compliance Practitioner Certification

Tools

JD Edwards

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Job Description

The Casual Senior Payroll Clerk VI will review and processes payroll and all payroll-related forms for completeness and accuracy.

Job Description

The Casual Senior Payroll Clerk VI will review and processes payroll and all payroll-related forms for completeness and accuracy.

Note : This position qualifies for an optional hybrid work schedule after 90 days of onsite work and onboarding. Employee will be subject to the terms of the Flexible Work Policy Agreement.

What You'll Do

• Reviews and processes payroll and all payroll-related forms for completeness and accuracy. (Timecards, ROE, record of leave, benefits, etc.) in accordance with government statutes, collective agreements, and benefit contracts.
• Ensures timecard data is accurately entered into the payroll system.
• Processes layoffs and follows payroll procedures for terminated employees.
• Contacts operations supervisors for any missed timecards or discrepancies with timecards.
• Reviews and processes all special payments (terminations, wage increments, retroactive pay, etc.) as required and in accordance with current CRA rules.
• Compiles and accurately processes payroll data such as garnishments, vacation time, union dues, benefits, insurance, and other deductions.
• Ensures all deductions are made as scheduled and in accordance with relevant collective agreements.
• Creates and runs required internal management reports from the payroll system.
• Calculates, prepares, and reports statutory remittances and voluntary payroll deductions in a timely manner and balance to the General Ledger.
• Responsible for paystub sealing and distribution.
• Prepares payroll distribution, expense, benefit, and other journal entries and reconcile related payroll general ledger accounts.
• Assists in the reconciliation, creation, and timely distribution of T4s / T4As.
• Maintains an accurate set of confidential employee files by sorting and filing copies (electronic or hard copy) of documents after each pay run in accordance with the company’s records retention policy.
• Responds to employee, union, benefit carriers and government agencies regarding payroll inquiries.
• Responsible for preparing timecards for upcoming pay period.
• Assists other payroll clerks for vacation relief or during peak periods.
• Performs other administrative duties, such as mail, switchboard, filing, etc. as requested.
• Trains Payroll back up and reviews the work during the training process.
• Provides training to other Payroll Clerks as required.
• Provides back-up relief to cover other payrolls.
• Participates in required meetings providing input.
• Participates and assists in implementation of new systems as required.
• Performs other payroll and accounting related duties as assigned.
• Prepares ad hoc reports as requested.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring

Completion of Grade 12 education, plus completion of Canadian Payroll Association’s Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) Certification, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Minimum 3 years payroll experience using a computerized payroll program, (preferably JD Edwards in a large multi-union environment).

Experience with JD Edwards’s system an asset.

Knowledge of the methods, practices, and procedures employed in the preparation and processing of payrolls.

Intermediate level computer skills with ability to work with computer applications such as word-processing, spreadsheet, and database software in a Windows environment.

Understanding of operational inter-dependence between Human Resources and Payroll is an asset.

Ability to communicate courteously and effectively with various groups in writing, in person and on the telephone.

Ability to maintain sustained attention to detail with high level of accuracy.

Ability to co-operate and communicate confidentially and to maintain and control confidential payroll information and records.

Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines while dealing with frequent interruptions.

Ability to make decisions and work with limited supervision.

Ability to exercise initiative and contribute ideas to improving departmental operations and service to employees.

Ability to work effectively as a team with good interpersonal skills.

Ability to interpret and apply Union, government, agency, and departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines.

Ability to perform mathematical calculations with speed and accuracy.

Why you'll love working here

This position qualifies for an optional hybrid work schedule.

Parking is included and to assist those that are using transit, we operate a complimentary shuttle bus Monday through Friday with various pick up and drop off points around North Vancouver.

Pay : Starts at $5,518.80 / month (rate increases to $6,006.67 / month after the probation period)

This is a unionized position and pay rate for this position are set out in the applicable collective bargaining agreement. The rate stated above is the starting rate for this position. It increases after the probationary period and continues to progress over the course of 12 months as per the collective agreement.

About Us

Seaspan Shipyards is one of North America’s most modern shipyards and unique in its ability to provide a complete range of services including new construction, conversion, refit, repair and life-cycle maintenance work for Canada’s Coast Guard and Navy as well as commercial vessels including cruise-ships and deep-sea vessels. Seaspan Shipyards operations include Vancouver Shipyards, Vancouver Drydock and Victoria Shipyards.

To learn more, visit our website : www.seaspan.com

This position may involve defense articles and / or technical data regulated by the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and the U.S. Arms Export Control Act. In compliance with ITAR, the successful candidate will be subject to a security clearance through the Canadian Controlled Goods Program as regulated by the Controlled Goods Regulations and Defense Production Act. The successful candidate will be required to maintain their security clearance throughout their employment in this position.

Seaspan is committed to Employment Equity, supports diversity in the workplace, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including, women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, and persons with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail] for confidential support. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment.

Seniority level

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Mid-Senior level

Employment type

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Full-time

Job function

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Human Resources

Industries

Shipbuilding

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