Interested candidates are required to complete the following on-line application to the attention of: The Recruitment Team. This posting is effective immediately and is due to a vacancy.

The York Region District School Board (YRDSB) supports a flexible working culture and currently provides the opportunity for employees to work from home in addition to working in the office for some positions. The YRDSB implemented Working From Home Guidelines to facilitate this work option. Please note, this does not apply for school based positions.

We have a lot to offer our employees and here is why you should consider working at YRDSB

A great place to live and work Our commitment to Equity, Accommodation, and Accessibility Excellent salary and benefits

Total Rewards Include But Are Not Limited To

Defined benefit pension plan Short Term Disability Plan 3 days paid religious holidays Summer Hours (Fridays off in July/August) A wide array of Benefits through Trust Plans Professional development and career growth, etc. Sabbatical and other leaves of absence Participation in Deferred Salary Plan Secondment opportunities Managers and Support Staff Educational Trust Fund (reimbursement of courses/education related to role)

Major Responsibilities

To perform weekly balancing of Payroll run for Accounting GL upload; prepare reconciling entries. To prepare payroll remittances, including creating related journal entries. To manage payroll benefit deductions including timely reporting and remittance to providers. To manage payroll garnishments including timely reporting and remittance. To maintain payroll GL balances, perform GL analysis and reconciliations, prepare adjusting journal entries. To reconcile and report the payment of Retiring Gratuities based on Ministry’s requirements. To coach and guide the Audit Payroll Representative responsible for preparation and reconciliation of payroll remittances and LTD benefit deductions. To coordinate with the Senior Payroll Representative and Supervisor to identify and resolve payroll issues. To perform daily check of payroll banking, reconcile payroll bank accounts, verify transactions, prepare journal entries based on reports. To coordinate with Accounting Department for all stopped Payroll payments, e-transfer requests and e-transfer receipts. To prepare and update a payroll cash flow forecast for Finance and Accounting. To assist in annual T4 preparation and reconciliation. To be responsible for Government reporting as it relates to payroll: CRA PIER responses, EHT Annual return, Statistics Canada reports, amended T4/T4A and any other payroll or payroll tax related items. To assist with audit, year-end, and Ministry reporting. To perform other duties as required.

Line of Responsibility: Responsible to the Manager, Payroll Services

Education, Experience, And Qualifications

A four-year university degree in accounting is required. Working towards an accounting designation is an asset. Minimum five years accounting experience including accounting for payroll is required. A Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) or Certified Payroll Accountant (CPA) designation is an asset. Good knowledge of Microsoft Office with advanced knowledge of Excel, accounting and payroll software is required. Proficient verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills are required.

Leadership

Supervision or people management is not an expectation of this role. Provides guidance, direction, training, and reviews work of Payroll Representative, Audit and Reconciliation. Responsible for sharing skills and educating department staff as it relates to payroll processes and procedures. Communicates private and confidential information with Board staff, system leaders, and external agencies including CRA, Ministry of Finance and auditors as it relates to payroll processes and related data

Accountability And Decision Making

Responsible for adherence to Board policies and procedures, collective agreements, and generally accepted accounting principles. Decisions made can have an impact on financial reporting. Risks include incorrect information or late submissions of reports to the CRA, Unions, and pension boards which can result in penalties. Responsible for reviewing and organizing existing processes and reporting activities on the payroll system. Ensures timely and accurate preparation of remittances, reconciliation, and journal entries and resolves and corrects issues as necessary.

Working Conditions

Typical corporate office environment. Requires use of technology and computer equipment for prolonged periods.

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Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

The York Region District School Board (YRDSB) believes in giving each and every applicant an equal opportunity to succeed on their own merit and we strive to hire staff that reflect and support the diverse perspectives, experiences and needs of students and communities. We remain committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion in our living, learning and work environments. We know that diversity underpins excellence, and that we all share responsibility for creating an equitable, diverse and inclusive Board-community.

Therefore, in pursuit of the Board’s values, we seek members who will work respectfully and constructively with differences and across the organizational hierarchy in actualizing the Board’s priorities, goals and principles outlined in the . Candidates who have strong racial literacy practices and a commitment to dismantling anti-racism, anti-oppression, and creating identity-affirming spaces, in order to intentionally disrupt racist and hateful acts.

We Actively Encourage Applications From Members Of Groups With Historical And/or Current Barriers To Sovereignty, Equity, Including, But Not Limited To

First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples; African, Black and Black Caribbean peoples (in alignment with Anti-Black Racism Strategy); South Asian, East Asian, Southeast Asian, Middle East/West Asian, Latino/Hispanic (in alignment with YRDSB Workforce Census to address disproportionalities identified). members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin; persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities; persons who identify as women; and persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.

At YRDSB, we recognize that many of these identities intersect and therefore, equity, diversity and inclusion can be complex. We value and respect the contributions that each person brings to enriching the Board and are committed to ensuring full and equal participation for all in the communities that we serve.

Accessibility and Accommodation Statement

We also recognize the duty to accommodate and foster a culture of inclusion. Consistent with the principles of dignity, individualization and inclusion, we will make any appropriate accommodation based on any of the protected grounds in the Human Rights Code to support candidate participation in the hiring process. When contacted, candidates will be provided with an overview of the various elements of the hiring process, such as skills assessments, written practicum, presentation, interview, etc. If an accommodation is required, requests can be made in advance of any stage of the recruitment process. All information received relating to a candidate’s required accommodation will be addressed confidentially by the Recruitment and Retention Team. Please make this request to or a member of the Recruitment Team. If this position is a school based LTO/Contract Teaching position, please email the Principal directly to request the accommodation to be made at the school in collaboration with Human Resource Services, Disability Management Team.

Important Note for YRDSB Employees: If you have a current accommodation in place through Disability Management, please inform your Disability Management Case Manager ( ) to ensure that your accommodation needs can be met in the new role that you are pursuing. If invited to participate in the hiring process, and you are unable to perform the essential/bona fide requirements (e.g. physical, cognitive requirements), please notify the Recruitment Team by emailing to review next steps (in the email please reference the job title you are applying to).

Important Information For CUPE 1734 Members

LA.11.7 Those twelve (12) month employees filling vacancies as a result of their applying to a job posting are to remain twelve (12) months at their position. Ten (10) month employees are to remain in their position until the end of the school year. This requirement can be waived with permission from the Superintendent responsible for Human Resource Services. This does not prevent employees from applying for a position or from applying for a promotion during the twelve (12) month period.

CUPE 1734 applicants will be considered to have the required educational qualifications based on the job description for the CUPE 1734 classification they currently hold on a permanent basis, in accordance with the terms of the CUPE 1734 Collective Agreement.