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Description

The Payroll Administrator reports to the Manager of HR and is responsible for the complete preparation of the bi-weekly payroll, assists in benefits administration, employee inquiries and auditing data.

Basic Requirements:
.Grade 12 plus 1 year of post- secondary education in Accounting or a combination of experience and completion of relevant Municipal Government training;
.Level 1 of the Payroll Management Certification Program sponsored by the Canadian Payroll Association;
.Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs;
.A valid Class 5 Saskatchewan Drivers Licence;
.Willingness to become Youth Certified;
.Two to five years experience in payroll, benefits, and pension plans;
.Knowledge of payroll and benefit requirements and legislation (accounting, provincial and federal).
.Excellent problem-solving, organizational, customer service, communication and mathematical skills;
.Work independently, be resourceful, and work under pressure to process a high volume of information and meet repeated payroll and benefit related deadlines; and
.Maintain a high level of confidentiality and diplomacy.

Desirable Requirements:
.Preference will be given to candidates with post-secondary education in the areas of Commerce, Business Administration, or Municipal Government and/or combination of experience and completion of Canadian Payroll Association training;
.Additional courses related to WCB, MEPP, FOIP and labour management standards;
.Previous experience with a municipality or government agency;  
.Working knowledge in a financial/accounting software (i.e. JD Edwards World Vision Software); and
.Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles, as well as legislation, regulations and standards governing general accounting practices.

The City offers an attractive benefits package and pension plan.