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Payroll Assistant

City: Abbotsford

Added: 09 February 2026

This position provides assistance to the Communitas payroll department in the areas of payroll and benefits administration for a staff of 450 employees, including unionized and non-unionized settings.

TASKS PERFORMED

  1. Assist in processing semi-monthly payroll> for all Communitas staff
  • Set up and maintain shift schedules in Avanti
  • Ensure accuracy of approved timecards; crosscheck with request forms (e.g. LOA, training >response, vacation, etc.)
  • Print payroll processing reports
  • File transfers (EFT, CSB, etc)
  • Regular backups/updating
  1. Compile and distribute various post-payroll reports:
  • Produce Records of Employment
  • Vacation and banked time reconciliation
  • Statutory deductions reconciliation
  • Employee receivables reconciliation
  • MPP remittance and reconciliation
  • WCB setup confirmation
  1. Prepare and distribute various monthly reports/spreadsheets:
  • Monthly reconciliations: Life T/B (union and non-union), MSP, Global Health (union and non-union), Union Dues, garnishees, Canada Savings Bonds
  • Union Dues remittance
  • Employee donations report to Resource Development
  1. Liaise with DMI/WCB regarding earnings information requests
  2. Assist Payroll Manager with various processes as required in order to maintain knowledge needed to fill in during absences
  3. Provide assistance with benefits administration in the absence of Benefits Administrator
  4. Keep abreast of current payroll legislation and benefit policies/contracts – union and non-union
  5. Other duties as required

REQUIREMENTS

  • Completion of Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certification
  • Minimum 2 years of experience processing payroll for over 100 employees
  • Experience with HR/Payroll Integrated Systems (in-house)
  • Excellent computer skills and experience with Microsoft Excel/Word and online reporting systems
  • Experience with benefits administration is an asset
  • A philosophy of service that is in line with Communitas’ Vision, Mission and Values
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent teamwork skills, as well as the ability to work independently
  • Ability to relate effectively with management and staff
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Ability to work accurately and effectively in a fast-paced and changing environment

 

Here's what you can expect:

This position is 40 hours per week Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm (This position is not eligible for hybrid work).

  • Competitive wages
  • Generous benefits package for full-time employees
  • Opportunity for growth
  • On-the-job training and support

Salary:

  • $52,846.46-$58,460.87 Annual Salary