Payroll Coordinator
Top Benefits
About the role
City of Maple Ridge
Payroll Coordinator
COMPETITION: #25-114
STATUS: Temporary Part-Time (Exempt)
DEPARTMENT: Finance
SALARY: $41.82 - $49.78 hourly
CLOSING: July 13,2025
We strive for excellence as we deliver vital municipal services with innovation, accountability and efficiency to meet the needs of the community now and into the future. Be part of our story. Come grow with us!
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Are you a detail-oriented payroll professional with a passion for accuracy and service excellence? Join the City of Maple Ridge as a Payroll Coordinator and play a key role in ensuring our staff are paid accurately and on time.
In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for preparing and administering municipal payrolls, maintaining payroll and employee records, and interpreting a wide range of collective agreements, employment policies, and benefit plans. You will work closely with departments across the organization, providing expert guidance on payroll processes, training timekeeping staff, and ensuring compliance with legislation and internal procedures. This role requires a high level of discretion, technical expertise, and a customer service mindset to support our organization’s day-to-day operations.
If you're someone who thrives in a deadline-driven environment and enjoys supporting others through financial precision and clear communication, we’d love to hear from you!
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
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Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by payroll administration courses and/or coursework with the Canadian Payroll Association (CPA).
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Considerable related computerized payroll experience, preferably in a municipal or public sector setting.
-
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
LICENCES AND CERTIFICATES
- Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation through the Canadian Payroll Association (CPA) is required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
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Thorough knowledge of payroll accounting systems, wage classification codes, and payroll best practices.
-
Strong understanding of collective agreements, relevant provincial and federal legislation, and employee benefit programs.
-
Considerable knowledge of payroll-related data processing procedures.
-
Sound knowledge of double-entry bookkeeping and office administration procedures.
-
Ability to interpret and apply complex payroll rules, regulations, and agreements accurately.
-
Ability to prepare payrolls, reports, and reconciliations under tight deadlines with minimal supervision.
-
Proven ability to train and guide staff on timekeeping and payroll processes.
-
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with employees, departments, and external agencies.
HOURS OF WORK
- 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, 40 hours bi-weekly (Approximately 2 days per week or additional as required).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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This is a temporary part-time auxiliary position with an anticipated duration of approximately twenty-four (24) months. The term may be shortened or extended depending on operational needs.
-
Auxiliary position receives: 14% in lieu of: Vacation, Stat Holidays, Welfare benefits.
EQUITY STATEMENT
At the City of Maple Ridge, we are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive culture that actively values and embraces diversity. We strive to attract and retain a talented, diverse workforce that is broadly reflective of the community we proudly serve. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process by contacting recruitment@mapleridge.ca.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
APPLY NOW
Education : Other trades certificate or diploma
Experience : Experience an asset
About City of Maple Ridge
2024 BC's Top Employers
The City of Maple Ridge is located on the traditional territory of the Kwantlen and Katzie First Nations north of the Fraser River between the Pitt River and Stave Falls in the shadow of the Golden Ears Mountain. Maple Ridge is connected to the south Fraser by the Golden Ears Bridge which puts the City within 45 minutes of the US border, Vancouver International Airport, Abbotsford International Airport and all points in between.
The City was established on September 12, 1874 and in the early years European and Japanese settlers established an extensive agricultural industry delivering products to the growing communities in the lower mainland and international markets. A century ago logging and wood production was the predominant industry. The railroad, located on the banks of the Fraser River, was the principal transportation route from Canadian Confederation until the development of the road network, including the Lougheed Highway, which saw the community shift from the riverfront to the current downtown in the early 30s. Maple Ridge has doubled in size every 20 years since 1921 and the most recent Census in 2021 revealed that our population was now over 91,000 citizens.
Maple Ridge is one of the fastest growing communities in BC and the investments in the last decade to build the Golden Ears Bridge and the Pitt River Bridge have helped fill a housing boom and new investment in business. The City of Maple Ridge is proud to have 70% of all staff members living in the community reflecting the fact that this is a great place to work, live and play in one of BCs most amazing natural settings.
Payroll Coordinator
Top Benefits
About the role
City of Maple Ridge
Payroll Coordinator
COMPETITION: #25-114
STATUS: Temporary Part-Time (Exempt)
DEPARTMENT: Finance
SALARY: $41.82 - $49.78 hourly
CLOSING: July 13,2025
We strive for excellence as we deliver vital municipal services with innovation, accountability and efficiency to meet the needs of the community now and into the future. Be part of our story. Come grow with us!
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Are you a detail-oriented payroll professional with a passion for accuracy and service excellence? Join the City of Maple Ridge as a Payroll Coordinator and play a key role in ensuring our staff are paid accurately and on time.
In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for preparing and administering municipal payrolls, maintaining payroll and employee records, and interpreting a wide range of collective agreements, employment policies, and benefit plans. You will work closely with departments across the organization, providing expert guidance on payroll processes, training timekeeping staff, and ensuring compliance with legislation and internal procedures. This role requires a high level of discretion, technical expertise, and a customer service mindset to support our organization’s day-to-day operations.
If you're someone who thrives in a deadline-driven environment and enjoys supporting others through financial precision and clear communication, we’d love to hear from you!
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
-
Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by payroll administration courses and/or coursework with the Canadian Payroll Association (CPA).
-
Considerable related computerized payroll experience, preferably in a municipal or public sector setting.
-
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
LICENCES AND CERTIFICATES
- Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation through the Canadian Payroll Association (CPA) is required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
-
Thorough knowledge of payroll accounting systems, wage classification codes, and payroll best practices.
-
Strong understanding of collective agreements, relevant provincial and federal legislation, and employee benefit programs.
-
Considerable knowledge of payroll-related data processing procedures.
-
Sound knowledge of double-entry bookkeeping and office administration procedures.
-
Ability to interpret and apply complex payroll rules, regulations, and agreements accurately.
-
Ability to prepare payrolls, reports, and reconciliations under tight deadlines with minimal supervision.
-
Proven ability to train and guide staff on timekeeping and payroll processes.
-
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with employees, departments, and external agencies.
HOURS OF WORK
- 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, 40 hours bi-weekly (Approximately 2 days per week or additional as required).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
-
This is a temporary part-time auxiliary position with an anticipated duration of approximately twenty-four (24) months. The term may be shortened or extended depending on operational needs.
-
Auxiliary position receives: 14% in lieu of: Vacation, Stat Holidays, Welfare benefits.
EQUITY STATEMENT
At the City of Maple Ridge, we are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive culture that actively values and embraces diversity. We strive to attract and retain a talented, diverse workforce that is broadly reflective of the community we proudly serve. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process by contacting recruitment@mapleridge.ca.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
APPLY NOW
Education : Other trades certificate or diploma
Experience : Experience an asset
About City of Maple Ridge
2024 BC's Top Employers
The City of Maple Ridge is located on the traditional territory of the Kwantlen and Katzie First Nations north of the Fraser River between the Pitt River and Stave Falls in the shadow of the Golden Ears Mountain. Maple Ridge is connected to the south Fraser by the Golden Ears Bridge which puts the City within 45 minutes of the US border, Vancouver International Airport, Abbotsford International Airport and all points in between.
The City was established on September 12, 1874 and in the early years European and Japanese settlers established an extensive agricultural industry delivering products to the growing communities in the lower mainland and international markets. A century ago logging and wood production was the predominant industry. The railroad, located on the banks of the Fraser River, was the principal transportation route from Canadian Confederation until the development of the road network, including the Lougheed Highway, which saw the community shift from the riverfront to the current downtown in the early 30s. Maple Ridge has doubled in size every 20 years since 1921 and the most recent Census in 2021 revealed that our population was now over 91,000 citizens.
Maple Ridge is one of the fastest growing communities in BC and the investments in the last decade to build the Golden Ears Bridge and the Pitt River Bridge have helped fill a housing boom and new investment in business. The City of Maple Ridge is proud to have 70% of all staff members living in the community reflecting the fact that this is a great place to work, live and play in one of BCs most amazing natural settings.