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PAYROLL ASSOCIATE II (Temporary, Full-Time – Approximately 18 Months) Located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, West Vancouver is a vibrant community on the North Shore and home to parks, beaches, and to sports, recreation, and arts amenities. Our dedicated staff deliver services, operate facilities, and run the programs that enhance the well-being of our community. We are seeking employees with a passion for public service who share our commitment to creating a complete, inclusive, and livable community. Responsibilities The West Vancouver Human Resources & Payroll Division is currently seeking a temporary, full-time Payroll Associate II to join our highly qualified team for approximately 18 months. Reporting to the Manager, Payroll, the successful candidate will be responsible for: Ensuring payroll and all related processes are accurately processed in compliance with the relevant Collective Agreements, rules, policies, requirements and statutory regulations; Maintaining relevant records of payroll processing and preparing a variety of reports and statements, including Records of Employment (ROEs); Ability to prioritize, manage time and multitask within the confines of multiple deadlines; Reconciliation of general ledgers; Benefits administration, including enrolment, termination, payment processing, employee inquiries; and, Participating in other duties and special projects as assigned. The Preferred Candidate Will Possess Considerable working knowledge of the preparation, calculation, and processing of payrolls, including benefits and entitlements; The ability to prepare a variety of statements, statistics and reports; Knowledge of relevant computer systems, methods, and procedures; The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; Annual T4 issuance experience and knowledge; Strong Excel skills; and, Experience in a public sector unionized work environment. The Successful Candidate Will Also Have post-secondary training in payroll administration and computer technology, and considerable related experience in computerized payroll processing or an equivalent combination of training and experience. The District offers an optional compressed workweek and excellent benefit and pension plans. Along with these benefits, you will have access to employee wellness resources, including mental health support and on-site fitness. The successful candidate is required to supply a Police Information Check and a copy of their credentials. Position Status Exempt – Temporary, Full-Time Hours Of Work 35 hours per week (hours and days of work may vary) Rate Of Pay $75,700.00 - $85,200.00 per year (2025 rates) Closing Date 11.59 p.m. on Monday, August 31, 2026 To Apply Please visit the District of West Vancouver’s Career Centre at westvancouver.ca/careers to apply for this position. We want to thank all applicants, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. 00130-26-EXEMPT-TEMP-13

What you’ll do

The Payroll Associate II is responsible for accurately processing payroll and benefits in compliance with collective agreements and statutory regulations. Key duties include reconciling general ledgers, preparing payroll reports, and managing employee benefit enrollments.

Requirements

Candidates should have post-secondary training in payroll administration and computer technology with considerable experience in computerized payroll processing. Experience in a public sector unionized environment and strong Excel skills are preferred.

Benefits

• Compressed Workweek • Benefit Plans • Pension Plans • Employee Wellness Resources • Mental Health Support • On-site Fitness

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Payroll Processing
• Benefits Administration
• General Ledger Reconciliation
• Excel
• T4 Issuance
• Collective Agreement Compliance
• Records Of Employment (ROE)
• Public Sector Payroll
• Unionized Environment
• Time Management
• Reporting
• Statutory Regulations

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Human Resources
• Government & Public Sector
• Administrative