Opportunities

Salary Information

CG29 - $50,250.20 - $55,819.40 per annum

Duties and Responsibilities

The Payroll Clerk III coordinates and processes payroll activities at College of the North Atlantic, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing while providing guidance and support on payroll-related matters:

• Perform preliminary payroll calculations and daily payroll processing activities to support timely and accurate payroll delivery.
• Process bi-weekly payroll for employees, including the review and verification of payroll calculations, entries, taxation, statutory deductions, and other applicable deductions.
• Review payroll exception reports, investigate discrepancies, and implement appropriate corrective actions.
• Oversee payroll remittances and perform reconciliations of related liability accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Process payroll cheque reversals and prepare manual cheques as required.
• Lead the annual preparation and filing of T4s, T4As, and WorkplaceNL reports.
• Coordinate and complete the annual Pensionable and Insurable Earnings Review, investigating and resolving discrepancies as necessary.
• Provide guidance, advice, and interpretation of payroll policies, procedures, and guidelines to Payroll Clerks and other stakeholders.
• Assist Payroll Clerks in responding to employee and stakeholder inquiries and resolving payroll-related issues.
• Prepare and provide payroll reports and supporting documentation to management, internal and external auditors, and other stakeholders as required.
• Liaise with external agencies, including the Canada Revenue Agency, the Pensions Division, and Service Canada, regarding payroll matters and reporting requirements.
• Perform other related duties as required to support the effective operation of the Payroll Office.
  
   

Screening Criteria

• Diploma in Business Administration (equivalencies will be considered).
• Relevant experience in a payroll or payroll-related environment, with demonstrated involvement in payroll processing or payroll support functions.
  
   

Assessment Criteria

• Knowledge of payroll administration procedures and best practices.
• Knowledge of computerized software systems.
• Ability to deliver high-quality client service. 
• Ability to exchange information effectively.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to manage time and tasks.
• Ability to work within a confidential environment.
• Professionalism.
• Interpersonal 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. 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). 
• 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!