Opportunities

Salary Information

CG33 - $57,093.40 - $63,499.80 per annum

Duties and Responsibilities

The Departmental Program Coordinator supports and coordinates College of the North Atlantic's biweekly payroll operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and adherence to collective agreements, legislation, and institutional policies.

• Payroll operations and system expertise: process and manage biweekly payroll for faculty, staff, and students accurately and on schedule using PeopleSoft; verify and correct payroll data and timesheets; resolve payroll issues and inquiries; maintain data integrity; and prepare year-end reports, including T4s and manual adjustments as required.
• Program coordination and advisory services: prepare payroll analyses and reports for management; advise staff on payroll matters; research and recommend best practices; respond to information requests; maintain financial records; and support departmental planning.
• Records and data management: maintain confidential payroll records and manage records classification systems; and ensure accuracy and integrity of payroll data in compliance with College policies and legislative requirements.
• Policy and compliance: interpret and apply collective agreements, compensation policies, and relevant legislation; and ensure payroll practices comply with federal and provincial regulations as well as CNA policies.
• Team leadership: supervise and support payroll staff by assigning and reviewing work, providing training, and promoting professional development within a positive work environment.
• Perform other duties as required to support the efficient operation of payroll functions.

Screening Criteria

• Degree in Business (Accounting focus), or related field (equivalencies will be considered).
• Experience working in a complex payroll environment.
• National Payroll Institute Certificate (asset).

Assessment Criteria

• Knowledge of payroll and compensation and benefits administration.
• Knowledge of interpreting and applying collective agreements and payroll policies.
• Knowledge of PeopleSoft (asset).
• Ability to analyze and resolve payroll process issues.
• Commitment to client-service.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality. 
• Ability to exchange information effectively.
• Professionalism.
• Relationship building skills.

Conditions of Offer

• When requested by the Employer, a recent and satisfactory Certificate of Conduct must be provided. 
• Verification of credentials and applicable licenses, certifications, and/or professional memberships as required for the position. 

Conditions of Acceptance

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) recognizes the importance of and is committed to offering flexible work arrangements to its employees. The successful applicant may qualify for a telework arrangement within the province, subject to eligibility criteria. Where appropriate, consideration may be given to a primarily remote, hybrid, or ad-hoc arrangement. However, as a place-based organization, candidates are expected to report to the specified work location identified in this job posting, as all positions will involve some degree of on-site work, unless otherwise indicated. 

 

Applicant Information

• This position is located at Headquarters - Stephenville.
• Applications must be submitted online through https://www.cna.nl.ca/careers/opportunities on or before the closing date stated for this job posting.
• It is the responsibility of the applicant to submit an application that demonstrates the required screening criteria. Applications that do not clearly and effectively demonstrate the required criteria will be screened out of the competition. 
• Preference will be given to applicants who are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident of Canada, or those who are legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Applicants who elect to include a cover letter (optional) must upload cover letter and resumé as a combined document (PDF). Resumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.
• Information submitted as part of the application process must be clear, factual, and current to date of submission and is subject to verification. 
• Applicants will be notified of their status throughout each stage of the recruitment process.
• An offer of employment is conditional upon the satisfactory completion and review of all pre-employment requirements by the College.
• The results from this competition may be used to fill similar vacancies.

Closing Statement

For more information about this job opportunity or should you require an accommodation as part of this recruitment and selection process, please contact Diane Grandy, Selection Board Chair, by email at diane.grandy@cna.nl.ca.

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) strives to create an organizational culture that welcomes and amplifies diverse perspectives, nurtures belonging and actively seeks to eliminate barriers to equity. We invite all interested individuals to apply, and as part of our shared commitment to the advancement of equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) as a true reflection of CNA's core values (Excellence, Integrity, Diversity, Respect and Transparency), we encourage applications from equity-seeking groups including, but not limited to, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, those who identify as women, and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

We appreciate your interest in College of the North Atlantic!