JOB TITLE : Payroll Officer – Staff Bargaining Unit
DEPARTMENT : Financial Services
POSITION STATUS : Permanent, Full-time (35 hours / week), OSSTF
LOCATION : Sault Ste. Marie and Brampton
SUPERVISION RECEIVED : Director, Financial Services
SUPERVISION EXERCISED : Student Assistants
Primary Functions
- A. Payroll Administration / ADP Payroll System Functions 60%
- B. Month-End Processing 20%
- C. Year-End Processing 10%
- D. Other Administrative Duties 10%
- Total 100%
This position reports to and is accountable to the Director of Financial Services and is responsible for performing tasks involved in the preparation and execution of payroll and benefit services in an efficient and effective manner. Final responsibility for completion of the payroll cycle; must ensure accuracy of all payroll data and year end payroll procedures. In addition, this position provides specialized administrative work in processing payroll and benefits information and record keeping.
Responsibilities
Payroll Administration
Prepare the semi-monthly payrolls for both union and non-union employees within strict deadlinesBalance payroll and submit accurate payroll reconciliations monthly for Algoma University and the institutesPrepare EHT / WSIB monthly submissions for Algoma U and the institutesManage daily work activities related to payroll administration, including independent contractors, contractors and freelancersVerify and process payments such as retroactive salary increases, calculations for unusual circumstances, maternity / parental leave, sick leave, severance / termination payReview and validate the accuracy of all payroll data through pre- and post-audit reportsRespond to payroll & benefit inquiries from employees, managers, Human Resources, CRA, HRDC and external agenciesAct as a resource on all payroll related matters for employees and business unitsADP (Payroll System) Functions
Maintain the accuracy and completeness of all payroll data fields within ADP for parent company and institutesEnsure each employee is paid in accordance with their employment contract and collective agreements (if applicable); set up with appropriate recurring pay elementsBenefits Administration
Prepare regular payments to benefit carriers and ensure correct deductions / benefits are allocated to employee recordsVerify and set up eligible new employees, status changes, terminations, waivers, and changes in benefit plansProvide benefit information for various reports and reconcile insurance premium invoicesMaintain up-to-date files on pension contributions and group RRSP contributionsCalculate and input Pension Adjustments for plan participantsEnsure employee contributions do not exceed CRA annual limitsYear-End Processing
Communicate year-end details and timelines to all employees and respond to year-end inquiriesBalance and submit T4 / T4A summaries for Algoma U and institutesEnsure accuracy of pension and group RRSP contributions for notes to Financial StatementsProvide payroll information for Charity Return and assist external auditors as requiredOther Administrative Duties
Answer inquiries about organizational personnel policies and collective agreement provisionsStay updated on payroll issues due to changes in legislation and collective agreementsEnsure proper transmittal of information and distribution of funds according to electionsProcess scholarships / bursaries issued to students and update ADP files for manual chequesPrepare Records of Employment as needed and submit electronically to HRDCProvide salary information to staff, faculty, administration, sessionals and students related to contract interpretation and step increasesMaintain and process AUC Work-study, Ontario Work-study, Financial Aid Summer Student Program, and International Work-study Program; prepare monthly reports for FAOWork with Institutes to determine salary / benefits offered to new hires based on government fundingAssist in developing payroll procedures and ensure compliance with Algoma U policy and payroll legislationMonitor opportunities for improvement and propose recommendations to the Director of Financial ServicesOther related duties as requiredWorking Conditions
Multiple deadlines, multi-tasking, and high accuracy requiredFrequent interruptions from staff and facultyHigh concentration required due to prolonged computer useAdministrative office setting during regular hoursAbility to solve problems with minimal supervisionSchedule and manage multiple work assignments per plan, adapting to changing prioritiesMinimum Qualifications
Undergraduate degree in business and / or accounting; CPA (Certified Payroll Associate) preferred2 years of related work experience preferredKnowledge of payroll concepts, legislation, accounting, calculations, and terminology preferredExperience with Payroll, Excel, and Word applicationsStrong administrative, record keeping, and organizational skillsGood interpersonal skills; team playerAbility to interact courteously with the publicCommitment to understanding AU’s Special Mission and the Seven Grandfather TeachingsPlease submit a resume and cover letter (combined PDF) to people.culture@algomau.ca no later than 4 : 00 p.m. on Thursday, June 2, 2022.
Algoma University is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our community and is an equal opportunity employer. The university invites applications from all qualified individuals who would contribute to diversification of our Institution, including equity-deserving groups traditionally underrepresented in employment (Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQQIPA+ persons).
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, accommodations will be provided upon request by Algoma University throughout the recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.
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