Payroll Clerk

Cochrane’s Human Resources department is a service-oriented team, we support the incredible workforce that is pivotal to making Cochrane a fantastic community to live in. In Cochrane, we see payroll as an important service that is people focused which is why we have Payroll as part of our Human Resources department. We are very passionate about the people in our organization and care that our colleagues are paid accurately and on time As our team grows, we are excited to recruit for a Payroll Clerk on a temporary, full-time 6-month term basis . You will perform the administrative duties of our payroll function which in turn makes you part of the success of our growing Municipality.

Reporting to the Payroll Supervisor this position is responsible for daily data entry and maintenance of the payroll function while providing exceptional customer service to internal stakeholders.

Are you ready to crunch numbers with a smile? Do you have a knack for organization and a passion for precision? If you want to make a difference in our community, have a post-secondary diploma in payroll or accounting we want YOU to join us as a Payroll Clerk

Being a 6-month term position, this makes it a perfect fit for recent graduates eager to kickstart their career or retirees looking for an engaging way to stay active in the workforce.

So, if you're ready to turn payroll from a chore into a delight, hit that apply button

Why should you consider working for us?
Our employees enjoy many benefits including competitive public sector pay, professional learning and development opportunities and the opportunity to work with other talented municipal professionals. 

As an organization, Cochrane has a focus on investing in people . This is not a boring municipality. We are growing into an organization with a focus on transparency, critical thinking, curiosity, reflection, and innovation. We support experimentation as part of the growth process and strive for continuous improvement . We are municipal employees, and we are accountable to all the residents of the Town of Cochrane. Want to be a part of this exciting time?

As a Payroll Clerk, you will:
• Process and produce semi-monthly payroll and provide timely, accurate and well-communicated processes in pay categories consisting of salaried, hourly, elected officials and casual employees.
• Support supervisor on the administration of compensation and payroll.
• Provide administrative support including filing and preparing reports for various departments.
• Perform clerical function of Disability programs.
• Conduct payroll preparation by gathering and inputting all required data into the payroll system including performing payroll journal entries.
• Compile and reconcile the payroll general ledger accounts and ensure they are always in balance.
• Respond to internal queries regarding payroll information.
• Assist with the maintenance of employee payroll records from time of hire through separation of employment in an accurate and timely manner.
• Perform reconciliation of benefit monthly statements.
• Review employee accruals to ensure accuracy and consistency. 

If many of the following characteristics and skills describe you, we want to meet you
- Passion for public service.
- Post-secondary diploma in payroll, accounting, or a related field.
- Minimum of two years’ experience in a position at an equitable level.
- A proven intermediate Microsoft Excel proficiency. 
- Public Sector experience within a unionized environment is preferred. 
- Ability to obtain or progress toward Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a deadline driven environment while maintaining attention to detail.
- Ability to troubleshoot and analyze data.
- Communicate effectively by phone, e-mail and in person.
- Demonstrate tact and diplomacy when resolving concerns.

We are excited to learn about what you can bring to the table in terms of your qualifications and passion for Payroll at Cochrane

Cochrane is committed to providing a healthy and safe work environment for all employees. As a Cochrane employee, you must take reasonable care to protect your health and safety and that of others present at Cochrane worksites, perform work safely, follow all relevant health and safety legislation, Cochrane directives and procedures and attend all identified orientations and training.