Payroll Officer - Education Centre

Payroll Officer - Payroll Department Education Centre Company Overview As a rapidly growing school division in Alberta, Rocky View Schools (RVS) supports the educational needs of more than 28,600 students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 in 53 schools to ensure they learn, belong and succeed. RVS is situated on the traditional territories of the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta including the Siksikaitsitapi (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, Amskapi Pikuni), the Tsuut’ina, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations (Bearspaw, Chiniki, Goodstoney), and the Rocky View Métis District. Our team is committed to creating positive, safe and inclusive environments for students to learn and for staff to work together. RVS encourages applications from individuals who can help shape and embody our core values of Leadership, People, Community and Innovation, and support our vision that RVS is a world-class learning organization where all students achieve their absolute best. The Opportunity Rocky View Schools (RVS) is seeking a Payroll Officer to join our dynamic team for a continuing, full-time position (35 hrs/week), starting immediately. The Payroll Officer works under the supervision of the Manager of Payroll and is responsible for preparing and distributing Rocky View Schools’ (RVS) monthly and biweekly payroll for employees. The Payroll Officer prepares reports and processes all compensation and payroll deductions. Responsibilities Coordinates and processes payroll for all RVS employees to ensures employees are correctly and appropriately paid in accordance with federal and provincial regulations, and the Board’s Collective Agreement and Terms of Employment Performs timesheet calculation and data entry; benefit deduction calculations; reporting and filing; pay increases; wage garnishments; workers compensation payments; deferred compensation; direct deposit submission; distribution of pay statements Maintains confidentiality and discretion of all payroll and employment matters including but not limited to employee files, wage garnishments, benefits, taxes, payroll reports, union payments, workers’ compensation payments, and deferred compensation plans Administers, reconciles, and or/remits a variety of documents related to employee hires, terminations, retirements, and various benefits entitlements Prepares and verifies statements and records of earnings for employees Processes payroll audits, employment insurance claims, employment verifications, sick and vacation accruals, and employment correspondence Compiles statistical reports, statements and summaries related to pay and benefit accounts Assists in completing various payroll projects by conducting research, gathering information, and generating reports as required Creates, reviews, and evaluates payroll practices and procedures to improve services and accuracy Interprets and implements RVS’ employment policies and procedures ensuring compliance with relevant employment legislations Partners with Human Resources and other identified stakeholder groups to promote collaborative working relationships Supports RVS staff with all payroll and benefit matters with professionalism and discretion Education/Experience Payroll Compliance Professional certification or equivalent Certificate or Diploma in Payroll administration, Accounting, Bookkeeping, or related field Three to five years successful experience in full-cycle payroll processing functions Previous experience processing payroll within a school division and/or unionized environment is considered an asset Experience performing bookkeeping or accounting functions is considered an asset An equivalent combination of Education and Experience may be considered Knowledge and Skills: High Attention to detail and consistency in day-to-day processes Thorough knowledge of payroll procedures and current government regulations Ability to think critically, problem-solve, and provide high levels of service-oriented performance in challenging situations Excellent written and verbal communication skills with high levels of tact and diplomacy Ability to meet strict payroll deadlines while managing frequent interruptions Ability to apply sound judgment and maintain strict confidentiality Ability to successfully work in a team environment as well as independently with minimal supervision Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and web-based applications Rocky View Schools Benefits 3 weeks Vacation pro-rated based on start date 11 Earned Days pro-rated based on start date Hybrid (one day a week, working remotely) with Supervisor approval Benefits Plan (Extended health, Dental, Wellness& Health Spending Account, Tax Free Savings Account and Registered Retirement Savings Plan) Defined Benefit Pension Plan Professional development and training opportunities Free parking Pre-employment Requirements In order to be selected as a candidate for an interview, candidates must submit proof of qualifications/education as required by the position The successful candidate must submit a current Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check within 30 days of the start of your employment Open to: Internal and External applicants Salary: $35.75 - $43.42 per hour Ho w to Apply We request all applications be placed through http://rockyview.simplication.com/. Applications must include your cover letter, resume and contact information of three professional references. Quote Job Code: 3830251 Closing Date: On or before October 8 2 024 by 4:30 pm Rocky View Schools Human Resources www.rockyview.ab.ca/careers/current_opportunitiies We appreciate and consider all applications; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be contacted via email or by phone for an interview. Please ensure your online profile information is up to date so there is no delay in contacting you

Location: Airdrie, CA

Posted Date: 10/3/2024