Payroll Accountant

Overview

This role assists with the day-to-day operation of the payroll function at the Territorial Headquarters, and provides support related to payroll programs for divisional, unit, and ministry operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll operations and reporting processes, ensuring accurate and timely distribution of payroll documents, records, and related reporting outputs.
• Manage employee and officer payroll deductions, including union dues, garnishments, charitable contributions, and other statutory or voluntary deductions.
• Coordinate timely reconciliation, remittance, and disbursement of payroll deductions to external agencies, vendors, unions, and charitable organizations.
• Provide payroll support and guidance by responding to and resolving inquiries from employees, officers, pensioners, ministry units, and divisional stakeholders.
• Support year-end payroll activities, reporting requirements, and compliance processes to ensure accurate financial and regulatory submissions.
• Prepare payroll-related financial information, analyses, and reports to support organizational reporting and decision-making.
• Generate payroll, salary, and budget worksheets to assist with workforce planning, financial management, and reporting requirements.
• Maintain payroll documentation and records to support internal, external, and regulatory audit activities.
• Contribute to the preparation of salary disclosures, annual financial statement information, and other payroll accounting deliverables.
• Lead and support special projects, process improvements, and other payroll-related initiatives, as well as additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Completion of a three-year college diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Minimum two (2) years of full-cycle payroll experience, including exposure to a unionized environment operating across Canada.
• Demonstrated knowledge of payroll processes, HR systems, and key business practices within an integrated, cross-functional environment.
• Experience supporting payroll-related system implementations, upgrades, or process enhancements.
• Proficiency with payroll systems and PC-based applications, including the ability to manage and analyze payroll data accurately.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to respond effectively to employee and stakeholder inquiries.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality customer service and building positive working relationships.
• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills in a fast-paced payroll environment.
• Ability to support and uphold the organization’s mission, values, and health and safety policies and procedures.

Compensation & Benefits

• Target hiring range: $58,531.20 to $73,174.40 with a maximum of $87,817.60.
• Placement within the range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.
• Reasonable accommodation will be provided upon request.

Location

Territorial Headquarters (Canada and Bermuda territory).