Payroll Accounting Clerk

**Payroll Accounting Clerk**

**Peninsula Co-op **is a Vancouver Island-based co-operative with a mission to build strong communities and to benefit its member-owners. With approximately 470 staff, Peninsula Co-op operates 17 retail fuel and convenience centres, 9 liquor stores, 2 commercial card lock and home heating outlets, and a full-sized food store. The Co-op generates approximately $300 million in annual sales and donates over
$500k each year to local charities. The business is highly regarded, financially strong, and has developed a loyal member following. The Co-op remains locally owned and proudly shares profits with its 116,000 member-owners, community, and staff.

**What you will be doing**
This is an entry-level position that would be suitable for an accounting student or someone considering payroll as a career. As part of the payroll and finance team, this position supports the bi-weekly payroll process for 470+ employees. This position is responsible for verifying timesheets; processing new and departing staff members; completing wage adjustments; participation in regulated reporting and remittances; maintaining employee records; assisting with reconciliations and audits; as well as year-end procedures. This position will respond to internal enquiries; provide payroll support to managers; account reconciliations and journal entry support; report preparation and analysis; along with other payroll and accounting related tasks. This position will work closely with Human Resources, Finance, and
Operations teams. ****:

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**Who You Are**
- Strong customer service and excellent communication skills to interact with all levels of the organization,
- 1-2 years of experience in an entry level payroll, accounting, or bookkeeping role,
- Worked in an accounting or payroll office for 1-2 years,
- Very strong attention to detail, data entry skills, and a proven track record of accuracy,
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment,
- Excellent problem solving and analytical skills,
- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel,
- Understanding of the BC Employment Standards Act and other relevant legislation,
- A flexible, motivated, and “can-do” attitude, who is able to work independently with mínimal supervision,
- Professional conduct, proven adherence to confidentiality and ethics,
- Experience with Payworks or similar payroll program, would be considered an asset,
- Accounting diploma or coursework is an asset,
- Interest in pursuing Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) certification

D 100 - 2261 Keating X Road, Saanichton, BC, V8M 2A5
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**What We Offer**
In addition to an hourly rate of $20.25-$27.51 (experience based), Peninsula Co-op provides a competitive total compensation package that includes:

- Great careers and long-term opportunity for personal and professional growth
- Performance based profit sharing paid four times a year
- 6% matched Pension
- Excellent Group Health Benefits (Extended health, Dental, Disability, EFAP, life insurance)
- Health & Wellness reimbursements
- Educational Assistance program (100% tuition reimbursement)
- Paid professional membership dues and professional development seminars
- Social events (Sporting events, concert tickets, company outings)
- Volunteer opportunities supporting our local community events and charities

Peninsula Co-op is an equal opportunity employer. We take great pride in being a safe and inclusive workplace; supporting and celebrating the diversity of our team. We are committed to every staff member enjoying their experience working with Peninsula Co-op. We reward hard work, commitment, and results.

**How to Apply**

Posted: November 14, 2023

D 100 - 2261 Keating X Road, Saanichton, BC, V8M 2A5
- Moving ahead, by giving back _

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $20.25-$27.51 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Profit sharing
- Tuition reimbursement
- Wellness program

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Saanichton, BC V8M 2A5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- Are you legally entitled to work in Canada?

Work Location: In person