Payroll Coordinator

Reporting to the Director of Finance and Administration the Payroll Coordinator has overall responsibility for ensuring the timely accurate and confidential processing of the Universitys two bi-weekly Payrolls and one Monthly payroll including the submission of all government remittances (in compliance with Canada Revenue Agency and other regulatory reporting requirements). Other responsibilities include preparation of monthly account reconciliations supervision of one staff member (the Payroll Administrator) year-end payroll accruals calendar year-end close/new calendar year preparations and processing T4s. The Payroll Coordinator also provides ongoing policy and procedure recommendations aimed at increasing overall payroll effectiveness and efficiency. Other duties include:

• the verification preparation entering checking and processing of payroll transactions
• the reporting analysis and oversight of Records of Employment and CRA remittances online
• oversees the implementation of changes or upgrades to the payroll module of the Colleague System including new functionality related to web applications for payroll
• performs other reconciliations or financial analysis as required
• oversees and participates in responding to requests for information
• monitors legislative requirements updating the computerized payroll system as necessary

Candidates must have a payroll certification through the National Payroll Institute and a minimum of three years of progressive related experience. Completion of a Bachelor of Business Administration/Commerce or a related degree is considered as asset. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. The ideal candidate is a relationship builder who is able to interact with individuals with tact and diplomacy and who has demonstrated strong problem-solving skills. Candidates must have demonstrated experience supervising others. This position requires the individual to have experience conducting financial analysis be a self-starter and have strong organizational and prioritization skills. Candidates must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite with advanced skills in Excel and use of technology to conduct analysis in the most efficient manner. Experience in using business enterprise systems for finance is required. Supporting all of these skills is a strong commitment to excellent customer service.

A leader in online and experiential learning Mount Saint Vincent University takes a personalized approach to education to nurture socially responsible global citizens. With equity diversity inclusion and accessibility at the fore MSVU has been challenging the status quo since its founding 150 years ago (1873) and today prioritizes access and impact for all underserved groups. MSVU has been nationally recognized for having one of the lowest student-to-professor ratios across its programs in Arts Science Education and Professional Studies; for providing students early access to valuable research opportunities; for its legacy in the advancement of women; and for facilitating critical advancements in food security healthy aging literacy nutrition childhood development and more. MSVU is located in Mikmaki the unceded and ancestral territory of the Mikmaq People.