Payroll CoordinatorCorporate ServicesLocation: Halifax, Nova ScotiaType of Employment: Full Time, Term (ending March 2028)Union Status: ExcludedCompetition # COR 26089Closing Date: October 28, 2026The OpportunityUnder the supervision of the Payroll Supervisor, the Payroll Coordinator is responsible for strict adherence to collective agreements, best practice, and legislation to ensure accurate and timely processing of comprehensive biweekly payroll for employees. The Payroll Coordinator is responsible to collect, verify and process all payroll information utilizing established policies and procedures.QualificationsMust HaveCompletion of a post-secondary diploma or degree in a related fieldStrong attention to detail with excellent data entry skills and minimal entry errorsEffective organizational and time management skillsAbility to work in a team setting and efficiently transition to changing prioritiesExcellent interpersonal skills. A high degree of confidentiality and discretion is essentialAbility to function under high pressure situations and tight deadlinesNice to HavePrevious related experience processing payroll for a medium to large, unionized organization would be considered an asset.Experience and working knowledge with SAP HR/Payroll moduleA Canadian Payroll Association designation (PCP, CPM) or working toward one of theseThe Fine PrintAn equivalent combination of training, education and experience may be considered.ResponsibilitiesThe Payroll Coordinator will process the employee life cycle in SAP, ensuring consistency, accuracy,



and timeliness of payroll related payments by:Adhering to payroll and organizational policies and proceduresCreating and maintaining all pertinent data related to the employee life cycle such as appointments, transfers, leaves, promotions, terminations, time entry.Ensuring that all service-related entitlements and premiums such as vacation, and general illness are adjusted to align with policy.Understanding and consistently applying relevant articles of collective agreements, regulations and labour standards code including but not limited to pay increments, vacations, holidays, vacation pay, prepaid leave, and overtime pay. Seek clarification and escalates matters as required to the Payroll Supervisor or Payroll Specialist.Maintaining contact with employees to advise of any pay-related issues. Respond to employee enquiries on payroll and benefit matters.Enrolling/terminating employees in benefit and pension plans by completing paperwork and performing online enrollments/terminations.Identifying risks or problems and bringing them to the attention of the Payroll Supervisor or Payroll Specialist.Salary: $54,243.39 - $63,688.97 Salary (TE 19)Schedule: 35-hour work weekAdditional benefits for this position also include:Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, life insurance, and pensionPaid vacation, holidays, sick time and additional leavesWork-life balance supports such as modified work weeksProfessional development and career growth opportunitiesEmployee and Family Assistance ProgramWe value diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. If you require accommodation at any stage of the process, please let us know. If you're part of an equity group, we encourage you to self-identify when applying.

📌 Payroll Coordinator - Cor 26089 (Halifax Regional Municipality)
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