Payroll Administrator

Description

The Thompson-Nicola Regional District is located in south-central British Columbia, with dozens rural and urban communities spread across 44,300 square kilometres. The TNRD provides more than 120 local government services to approximately 144,000 people in 10 Electoral Areas, 11 member municipalities, and 25 First Nations.

The TNRD is headquartered in the City of Kamloops, the largest community within the regional district. The Thompson-Nicola region has a vast range of climates that experience true four-season weather, with plenty of year-round sunshine, little rain, and warm summers. Residents generally have short commutes, easy access to recreation and the outdoors, and a high quality of life. The TNRD acknowledges that we are located within the unceded, ancestral lands of the Nlaka’pumux, Secwépemc, St’at’imc, and Syilx Nations.

The Role:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and skilled Payroll Administrator to join our payroll team for atemporary, full-time position. The key responsibilities of this role include:

• Process biweekly and monthly payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance with government legislation, multiple Collective Agreements, bylaws, corporate policies and practices. Prepare and submit required payroll reports and remittances.
• Administer employee group benefits & pension (enrollments, leaves & terminations). Liaise with benefit provider regarding employee benefit coverages. Communicate with employees regarding impacts of benefits/pension.
• Review new employee profiles for accuracy. Record internal employee position changes in payroll system. Process salary increases & administer the payroll requirements of employee leaves.
• Research, resolve and respond to payroll related inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain detailed records and documentation of payroll functions for audit purposes, in accordance with legislative requirements.

This position is temporary and scheduled to end on December 24, 2027.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Completion of a recognized Accounting Diploma and/or Payroll Compliance Certification (PCP)
• Three (3) years experience administering payroll
• Experience processing unionized payroll is an asset
• Experience with sophisticated HRIS/Payroll System - Familiarity with StarGarden Software would be an asset
• An equivalent combination of education and experiernce may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Working knowledge and ability to apply existing payroll legislation.
• Ability to understand and apply regulations, agreements and procedures concerning payroll and benefit matters.
• Knowledge of general accounting principles and practices.
• Proven ability to analyze and develop systems and procedures.
• Excellent decision making skills and the ability to identify, analyze and solve problems.
• Proficient using computers/devices and ability to learn new systems/technology.
• Advanced skills with Microsoft Office programs, specifically with Excel.
• Aptitude for details and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks with sensitivity for deadlines.
• Ability to make calculations with speed and accuracy and to adhere to rigid time schedules.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, specifically a demonstrated ability to proactively develop mutually beneficial working relationships.
• Ability to be innovative and to take initiative.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision and to work well in a team environment.
• Ability to deal with confidential information with a high degree of tact and diplomacy

This position falls under the provisions of the Collective Agreement with the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 900. The placement of the Payroll Administrator is at Pay Grade 5, which is $32.66 to $37.37 per hour [2025 rate]. Since this is a temporary position, it will also include an additional 14% in lieu of benefits.

Thank you for considering the Thompson-Nicola Regional District as a place to share your talents!

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and will be accepted until 11:00 pm PST on the closing date of the competition. Applications must include a cover letter and a resume outlining your qualifications and experience. While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those candidates under consideration will be contacted. This position requires a Criminal Record Check and provide a driver’s abstract.