About the role
Ready for a career at Selkirk College?
Selkirk College is committed to building an environment that celebrates diversity, fosters inclusion, provides culturally safe spaces and empowers underrepresented voices. We are proud of the Indigenization Plan and Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Action Plan that guide our work, and we actively seek to hire candidates whose values and experiences align with the principles and goals of these plans.
We recognize the need for interventions to overcome systemic barriers to enable inclusion, participation and belonging for individuals with diverse lived experiences. Candidates who don’t have the exact experience or credentials listed in a job posting should still consider applying for roles where they think they’d make a great fit. We are looking for more than what a resumé can show.
Payroll Clerk, On-Call
Reporting to the Manager of Accounting and Payroll and guided by a commitment to service excellence, this position is responsible for a broad range of confidential payroll duties. Key responsibilities include assisting with bi-weekly payroll processing, reviewing contract information, supporting employees with Unit4 system inquiries, providing backup coverage for departmental staff, and performing other related tasks as assigned.
Location
Castlegar
Department
College Services
Subdepartment
Finance, Purchasing and Payroll
Employee Group
PPWC
Recruitment Type
Internal / External
Appointment Type
On Call
FTE
0
Hrs / Week
0
Desired Start Date
15/09/2025
Closing Date
10/09/2025
Competition #
15075
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Supports Payroll Officers in administering bi‐weekly payrolls in accordance with current collective agreements, legislation and benefit carrier regulations:
- Entering, and ensuring the accuracy of data input to Unit4
- Preparing timely source deduction remittances and reconciling to Canada Revenue Agency reports
- Running closing reports for bi‐weekly payrolls
- Reviewing contract data for Work‐study Temporary Employment contracts, unionized and exempt positions
- Preparing union dues statements, Canada Revenue Agency payments, and journal entries for computer loan payments, employee donations and payroll import files
- Interfacing and confirming Unit4 data
- Responds to payroll inquiries, including requests for assistance from staff and external agencies, inquiries around payroll benefit balances, timesheet discrepancies, reviewing and responding to Canada Revenue Agency discrepancies
- Provides backup/relief for other departmental staff
Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
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Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel
-
Good working knowledge of computerized payroll programs, preferably Unit4/Agresso
-
Proficient with database concepts and familiar with extracting data in report form in at least one type of database
-
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
-
Excellent customer service skills
-
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
-
Excellent attention to detail
-
Ability to work in a multi‐tasking environment
-
Ability to maintain confidentiality
-
Ability to meet deadlines
Education and Experience
- High school graduation
- 2 years of post-secondary education in Business Administration/Accounting, and 2 of the 3 courses in the Payroll Compliance Practitioner Certification (PCP) with the intent of completing the program.
- Minimum 2-3 years of payroll experience
This is an on-call (0%) position, commencing as soon as possible. Salary will be Pay Grade 8, $33.38 per hour in accordance with the PPWC Collective Agreement.
-
Please be advised that only job postings listed on the official Selkirk College Careers page at careers.selkirk.ca, or on designated Selkirk College bulletin boards, should be considered current and active. Third-party recruitment websites may display outdated or expired postings without the knowledge or authorization of Selkirk College.
To ensure your application is considered, you must apply directly through the Selkirk College Careers page.
We encourage applications from members of groups that have been or are currently marginalized on any grounds, including those enumerated under the BC Human Rights Code. Selkirk College supports applicants with disabilities and will accommodate a candidate’s accessibility needs during the recruitment process in accordance with the BC Human Rights Code and the Accessible British Columbia Act. If you need any adjustments to participate as a candidate in the recruitment process, please contact us at careers@selkirk.ca**.**
Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada to accept a job offer. Permanent jobs are open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, unless otherwise stated in the posting. Candidates with a valid work permit may be eligible for temporary work over the duration of their work permit.
Selkirk College appreciates the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Interested and qualified applicants are invited to apply with their chronological resume (along with cover letter and supporting documentation including diplomas and transcripts) by end of day on the closing date.
About the role
Ready for a career at Selkirk College?
Selkirk College is committed to building an environment that celebrates diversity, fosters inclusion, provides culturally safe spaces and empowers underrepresented voices. We are proud of the Indigenization Plan and Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Action Plan that guide our work, and we actively seek to hire candidates whose values and experiences align with the principles and goals of these plans.
We recognize the need for interventions to overcome systemic barriers to enable inclusion, participation and belonging for individuals with diverse lived experiences. Candidates who don’t have the exact experience or credentials listed in a job posting should still consider applying for roles where they think they’d make a great fit. We are looking for more than what a resumé can show.
Payroll Clerk, On-Call
Reporting to the Manager of Accounting and Payroll and guided by a commitment to service excellence, this position is responsible for a broad range of confidential payroll duties. Key responsibilities include assisting with bi-weekly payroll processing, reviewing contract information, supporting employees with Unit4 system inquiries, providing backup coverage for departmental staff, and performing other related tasks as assigned.
Location
Castlegar
Department
College Services
Subdepartment
Finance, Purchasing and Payroll
Employee Group
PPWC
Recruitment Type
Internal / External
Appointment Type
On Call
FTE
0
Hrs / Week
0
Desired Start Date
15/09/2025
Closing Date
10/09/2025
Competition #
15075
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Supports Payroll Officers in administering bi‐weekly payrolls in accordance with current collective agreements, legislation and benefit carrier regulations:
- Entering, and ensuring the accuracy of data input to Unit4
- Preparing timely source deduction remittances and reconciling to Canada Revenue Agency reports
- Running closing reports for bi‐weekly payrolls
- Reviewing contract data for Work‐study Temporary Employment contracts, unionized and exempt positions
- Preparing union dues statements, Canada Revenue Agency payments, and journal entries for computer loan payments, employee donations and payroll import files
- Interfacing and confirming Unit4 data
- Responds to payroll inquiries, including requests for assistance from staff and external agencies, inquiries around payroll benefit balances, timesheet discrepancies, reviewing and responding to Canada Revenue Agency discrepancies
- Provides backup/relief for other departmental staff
Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
-
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel
-
Good working knowledge of computerized payroll programs, preferably Unit4/Agresso
-
Proficient with database concepts and familiar with extracting data in report form in at least one type of database
-
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
-
Excellent customer service skills
-
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
-
Excellent attention to detail
-
Ability to work in a multi‐tasking environment
-
Ability to maintain confidentiality
-
Ability to meet deadlines
Education and Experience
- High school graduation
- 2 years of post-secondary education in Business Administration/Accounting, and 2 of the 3 courses in the Payroll Compliance Practitioner Certification (PCP) with the intent of completing the program.
- Minimum 2-3 years of payroll experience
This is an on-call (0%) position, commencing as soon as possible. Salary will be Pay Grade 8, $33.38 per hour in accordance with the PPWC Collective Agreement.
-
Please be advised that only job postings listed on the official Selkirk College Careers page at careers.selkirk.ca, or on designated Selkirk College bulletin boards, should be considered current and active. Third-party recruitment websites may display outdated or expired postings without the knowledge or authorization of Selkirk College.
To ensure your application is considered, you must apply directly through the Selkirk College Careers page.
We encourage applications from members of groups that have been or are currently marginalized on any grounds, including those enumerated under the BC Human Rights Code. Selkirk College supports applicants with disabilities and will accommodate a candidate’s accessibility needs during the recruitment process in accordance with the BC Human Rights Code and the Accessible British Columbia Act. If you need any adjustments to participate as a candidate in the recruitment process, please contact us at careers@selkirk.ca**.**
Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada to accept a job offer. Permanent jobs are open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, unless otherwise stated in the posting. Candidates with a valid work permit may be eligible for temporary work over the duration of their work permit.
Selkirk College appreciates the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Interested and qualified applicants are invited to apply with their chronological resume (along with cover letter and supporting documentation including diplomas and transcripts) by end of day on the closing date.