Position: Pay and Benefits Clerk.Location: Fort Smith, Northwest Territories.Status: 6 -Months Term.Closing Date: Open until filled.Competition Type: Regular.The Town of Fort Smith is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Payroll and Benefits Clerk to support payroll and employee benefits, as an important part of our administrative team, for a 6-month term.OUTLINE OF THE POSITIONReporting to the Director of Corporate Services, the Pay and Benefits Clerk is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll for all Town of Fort Smith (Town) employees, Fire/EMS volunteers, and the Mayor and Council. This position works closely with finance and human resources personnel to ensure employees are paid accurately and on time. The ideal candidate is organized, discreet, and comfortable working independently in an oƯice environment where collaboration and professionalism are valued.The incumbent will ensure payroll transactions are processed in accordance with federal and territorial statutes, regulations, agreements, policies, and procedures, and are current, accurate, and delivered in accordance with the long-standing biweekly pay scheduled observed by the Town.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIESProcess regular payroll accurately and on scheduleMaintain employee payroll records and update changes (new hires, terminations, leaves, deductions)Administer employee benefits and pension enrollments,



changes, and reportingPrepare and submit statutory remittances (e.G., income tax, CPP, EI, pension, benefits)Respond to employee payroll and advantages inquiries in a clear and confidential mannerPrepare payroll-related reports and reconciliationsSupport year-end processes, including T4s and related reportingEnsure compliance with applicable legislation, collective agreements, and municipal policiesAssist with general administrative and finance duties as requiredQUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCECompletion of post-secondary education in payroll, accounting, business administration, or a related fieldPrevious payroll and benefits experience, preferably in a public sector or unionized environmentStrong understanding of payroll legislation and confidentiality requirementsProficiency with payroll software and Microsoft Office (Excel in particular)Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlinesExcellent organizational and communication skillsPayroll Compliance Certification (PCP) or progress toward certification is considered an assetEquivalencies will be consideredCOMPENSATION AND BENEFITSNorthern Allowance paid in addition to base salaryPaid time off, extended medical, dental, vision and life insurance with other options available for the employee and their dependents

📌 Payroll & Benefits Clerk 6 Month Term (Fort Smith)
🏢 Town of Fort Smith
📍 Fort Smith