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Employment Opportunity: Prince of Wales Campus

Payroll Officer

Continuing full-time position commencing ASAP

COMPETITION #25-02

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The College is seeking a highly motivated, experienced individual for the position of Payroll Officer.  Reporting to the Accounting Officer, the successful candidate will be responsible to:

  • Prepare and process biweekly payroll for Adult Education and Tourism and Culinary Institute employees, adhering to a strict time schedule.
  • Review and ensure accuracy of approved timesheets; track and deduct all garnishments and other special payroll deductions.
  • Coordinate efforts between payroll, human resources, finance, and other departments to ensure proper flow and maintenance of employee data.
  • Verify and prepare ROE’s, T4’s, T4A’s, hire reports, EI requests, and WCB report.
  • Balance year-end to Revenue Canada and verify discrepancies; balance fiscal year end to accrued payroll.
  • Prepare monthly remittances to various organizations.
  • Provide HR with yearly pensionable earnings and PA amounts for retiring employees.
  • Act as back-up for the Holland College payroll as required.
  • Prepare monthly reconciliation of Holland College bank account.
  • Reconcile general ledger accounts to the bank statements.
  • Prepare and maintain audit work papers an account analysis on an ongoing basis.
  • Maintain up to date records of outstanding items and investigate unusual items.
  • Prepare and post journal entries as related to the bank reconciliation.
  • Set up accounts receivable vendors and prepare invoices for external billings.
  • Prepare and process travel claims.
  • Other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Post secondary diploma in accounting or business administration coupled with several years’ experience in payroll and complex bank reconciliation. An equivalent combination of education and experience maybe considered.
  • Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information and situations with tact and diplomacy while maintaining the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism.
  • Ability to complete work in a timely manner with accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
  • Advanced understanding and skills in use of financial information systems and other applications (Excel, word, report writing); experience with Oracle Financials and ADP would be considered assets.
  • Demonstrated effective coordination, planning, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask, prioritize and meet deadlines

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your resume, cover letter, and three references by email, quoting the competition number #25-02

Human Resources
Montgomery Hall
t: 902.566.9514
careers@hollandcollege.com

Employment requirements

Proof of credentials or equivalencies from accredited regional or federal post-secondary institutions and/or their foreign equivalents will be required at the time of job offer.

MORE DETAILS

Salary:

$27.82 to $32.76

Deadline:

Applications will be accepted until: Sunday, January 19, 2025


Holland College is committed to to fostering a respectful working and learning environment.  Equal opportunity will be given to applicants of diverse backgrounds, Holland College welcomes applications from individuals with marginalized identities and accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.