YORK CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD Payroll Assistant Temporary 6 Month Contract (The York Catholic District School Board is seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Payroll Assistant to join the Payroll and Benefits Department. Reporting to the Payroll and Benefits Manager, the Payroll Assistant plays a key role in supporting payroll operations, maintaining payroll records, processing employment-related transactions, and providing timely support to employees, schools, and departments.

Payroll Processing Support

Investigate payroll and time reporting discrepancies and liaise with employees, schools, and supervisors to resolve issues. Assist with payroll-related data entry and payroll administration activities. Support payroll processing deadlines and pay cycle activities.

Coordinate large-scale ROE processing during school breaks and seasonal workforce interruptions. Employee and Stakeholder Support Respond to payroll inquiries received through telephone, email, and other communication channels. Liaise with Human Resources, Finance, schools, employees, and external agencies to support payroll operations and issue resolution.

Payroll

Compliance, Reconciliation and Reporting Prepare payroll-related reports, documentation, and correspondence. Perform payroll audits, reconciliations, and validation activities to support the accuracy of employee earnings, deductions, and absence-related transactions. Support payroll recovery, adjustment, and reconciliation processes in accordance with Board procedures.

Assist in the administration and calculation of eligible leave-related benefit top-up payments, including maternity, parental, critical illness, family medical, and compassionate care leaves.



Handle highly confidential employee information, including payroll records, earnings information, Social Insurance Numbers, and personal data. Diploma in Payroll, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

Payroll Compliance

Practitioner (PCP) designation from the National Payroll Institute is considered an asset. Approximately 2 to 4 years of progressively responsible payroll, accounting, or related administrative experience.

Experience processing payroll transactions, employment-related records, and confidential employee information.

Experience within a school board, public sector, unionized, or broader public service environment is considered an asset.

Experience working with SAP HCM Payroll or other enterprise payroll systems is considered an asset. Familiarity with OMERS and Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan (OTPP) administration and reporting processes is considered an asset. Knowledge of payroll principles, Employment Standards Act (ESA) requirements, Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) regulations, and Service Canada reporting requirements.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate and resolve payroll-related issues.



Commitment to Equity YCDSB is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering equity and promoting an inclusive workplace culture that reflects the communities we serve. We are dedicated to building an environment that supports and values the inherent worth of every person in the workforce.

This includes, but is not limited to, Indigenous Peoples, Black individuals, 2SLGBTQ+ persons, women, historically underrepresented groups, and people with visible and non-visible disabilities, all of whom bring a wide range of perspectives, lived experiences, and ideas that enhance our learning and working setting. Pursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), if you require code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact human.Diversity and Inclusion Aligned with the YCDSB’s commitment to fostering an inclusive workforce, we encourage applications from candidates whose backgrounds and experiences reflect the communities we serve, including but not limited to those who identify as members of equity-seeking groups protected under the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Vulnerable Sector

Check/Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check As a condition of employment with the York Catholic District School Board, the successful candidate will be required to provide a Vulnerable Sector Check or a Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check, depending on the position applied for.

With Jesus

Christ as our model, we provide all students with a Catholic education rooted in equity, well-being and learning. A recognized leader in Catholic education committed to inclusion, excellence and innovation that develops socially responsible global citizens.

Interim

Director of Education and Secretary of the Board #

📌 Payroll Assistant - Temporary 6 Month Contract (Richmond Hill)
🏢 York Catholic District School Board
📍 Richmond Hill