Payroll and Benefits Specialist - Nanaimo, Canada - School District #68 (Nanaimo-Ladysmith)
Description
Payroll & Benefits Specialist
Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools is seeking a passionate and committed professional to join our team as Payroll & Benefits Specialist.
Do you possess a keen eye for detail, coupled with the expertise in payroll and benefits administration? We are excited to offer this opportunity for you to join our growing team and play a crucial role in shaping the employee experience.
The position provides excellent benefits and a supportive work environment that encourages teamwork and personal growth.Assignment:
Full time, 35 hours per week, Monday - Friday. Hours are 8:00am - 4:00pm, onsite at our District Administrative Centre.
Wage:
$33.88 per hour with an excellent benefit and pension package.
Your Work
Under the general direction of the Manager of Payroll and Benefits; the Payroll Specialist performs a variety of duties in accordance with legislation, collective agreements, and employment contracts as well as established practice and procedures in both payroll and general accounting.
The Payroll and Benefits department is responsible for administering payroll and benefits to a large number of multi-union and non-union employee groups, along with their dependents and beneficiaries.
Your Education and ExperienceHigh school graduation or the equivalent.
Must have at least five years of recent experience as a full-time payroll or benefits professional, preferably in a large, unionized environment.
Minimum keyboarding speed of 60 cwpm and 200 cspm.
Above average knowledge, experience, and ability with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Knowledge of privacy legislation and regulations as well as the policies and administrative practices required to protect personal information.
Highly effective verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills as well as extensive knowledge of business, payroll, and benefit terminology.
Highly effective initiative, judgement, organization, communication, and human relation skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects, set priorities, work independently or as part of a closely knit team, perform duties with speed and accuracy and work effectively under pressure with assigned deadlines.
Ability to deal with highly confidential and sensitive information with a high degree of diplomacy and confidentiality and diffuse heated conversations.
Please note:
We wish to thank all those who express interest, however only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. This posting will remain open until the position is filled.
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