Posted 4 days ago
Payroll & Benefits Coordinator
@ School District #5 (Southeast Kootenay)
British Columbia
Overview
School District No. 5 (Southeast Kootenay) is hiring a full-time Payroll and Benefits Coordinator at its Cranbrook Board Office, paying $75,295 to $94,119 with a competitive benefits package and pension. The role prepares payroll for teaching and non-teaching staff, administers pension and benefit plans, and ensures compliance with regulatory and collective agreement requirements.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare payroll for teaching and non-teaching staff
- Administer municipal and teacher pension plans
- Manage employee benefits, leave and accruals
- Prepare T4s, Records of Employment and regulatory remittances
- Supervise and train office clerical staff
Requirements summary:
- Grade 12 or equivalent
- Two-year business administration diploma or equivalent
- Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) certification
- Five years' computerized payroll and benefits experience
- Intermediate Excel skills
- Strong written and verbal communication
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-02
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-16
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Finance & accounting |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) |
| Driver’s licence | preferred |
| Education | High school (required), College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Business Administration, Accounting |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan |
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School District #5 (Southeast Kootenay)
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School District No. 5 (Southeast Kootenay) is located in the southeast corner of the province of British Columbia. Our region features spectacular mountain scenery, clean lakes, forested hillsides and wide-open spaces. With an approximate population of 36,000 most people live in the communities of Cranbrook, South Country (Baynes Lake, Grasmere, Elko, Galloway and Jaffray), Fernie, Sparwood and Elkford. The communities and their surrounding areas are supported by resource based industries such as mining, forestry, tourism, along with other small secondary industries. People enjoy the many natural amenities associated with the environment: fishing, hiking, skiing, cycling and golfing. Cranbrook is the home of the College of the Rockies.. Fernie is the proud home of one of the fastest growing ski developments in North America: Fernie Alpine Resort. In School District No. 5 (Southeast Kootenay), we set high expectations for our students. Our students thrive in an innovative and academically enriched educational environment. Our caring and supportive school communities value family involvement and foster clear values that build confidence, character, and good citizenship every day. We encourage our students to participate in a wide array of co-curricular activities, and motivate each child to reach his or her individual potential.
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- People associated on LinkedIn
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- Reported office locations
- 940 Industrial Road 1, Cranbrook, British Columbia V1C 4C6, CA
- Other recorded names
- School District 5 Southeast Kootenay
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School District No. 5 (Southeast Kootenay) is located in the southeast corner of the province of British Columbia. Our region features spectacular mountain scenery, clean lakes, forested hillsides and wide-open spaces. With an approximate population of 36,000 most people live in the communities of Cranbrook, South Country (Baynes Lake, Grasmere, Elko, Galloway and Jaffray), Fernie, Sparwood and Elkford. The…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Primary and Secondary Education |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Cranbrook, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Educational |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 17 |
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PAYROLL AND BENEFITS COORDINATOR
Salary: $75,295 - 94,119
Benefits: Competitive Benefits package and pension
Location: Cranbrook Board Office
Closing: All applications received on or before August 4, 2026, at noon, will be given first consideration; however, the posting will remain open until filled.
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With 17 schools in 5 communities, we are sure to have something for every lifestyle. With close proximity to Calgary and the United States of America, your opportunities are as endless as your imagination. Check out our communities and see for yourself the opportunities that will await you with School District No. 5.There has never been a better time to explore the South East Kootenays. What are you waiting for?
JOB SUMMARY: An employee who, under the general direction of the Manager of Payroll & Benefits, prepares Payroll for Teaching or non-teaching personnel, ensuring that all regulatory and contractual requirements relating to payroll and benefits are maintained.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
1. Grade 12 or equivalent.
2. A valid British Columbia Driver's license may be required.
3. A two-year Business Administration Diploma or second year of the Chartered Professional Accountant program or equivalent coursework and work experience, supplemented with courses from the National Payroll Institute.
4. Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) certification from the National Payroll Institute (NPI).
5. Minimum of five years' experience and training in a computerized payroll system, including benefits and public sector pension plan administration, in a complex public sector unionized environment.
6. Intermediate Excel skills; strong written and verbal communication skills; database management and electronic records management skills.
MUST HAVE THE ABILITY TO:
1. Communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
2. Identify and apply a wide range of mathematical and statistical concepts.
3. Be self-directed, flexible and work independently.
4. Solve problems related to the position.
5. Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of their employment with School District No. 5 (Southeast Kootenay).
6. Work under pressure, e.g., multi-task and meet deadlines.
7. Complete specialized and technical reports.
8. Understand, interpret and apply Collective Agreements, employment contracts, benefit plans, statutory regulations and Ministry guidelines.
9. Always act honestly, with integrity, and in the best interests of School District No. 5 (Southeast Kootenay) and the Board of Education.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
1. Administer all aspects of the Municipal and Teacher pension plans relating to employment, including annual reports, enrolment, purchases of service, and termination of employment.
2. Provide timely, accurate and fully accountable payment to all employees.
3. Complete administration and reconciliation of all employee benefits, including dental, extended health, Life and AD&D, STD, LTD, and WSBC.
4. Manage benefits and payments for employees on leave.
5. Assist family members of deceased employees with life insurance, pension, and benefits.
6. Maintain and verify employee accruals for vacation, sick and other types of payroll banks as required.
7. Current knowledge of Federal and Provincial payroll regulations and the Employment Standards Act.
8. Thorough knowledge of payroll calculations, accounting and Excel spreadsheet preparation and internal controls.
9. Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with staff, management, benefit carriers and government bodies.
10. Ability to work with minimal supervision, with strong organizational and time management skills.
11. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding payroll-related information.
12. Prepare annual Pension reports, records of employment, and T4s.
13. Prepare remittances and regulatory reports to outside agencies, including the Pension Corporation, Canada Revenue Agency, Service Canada and various benefit carriers.
14. Administer garnishees, terminations and severance.
15. Understand and apply Collective Agreements, employment contracts, statutory regulations, Ministry requirements and School District policies and practices.
16. Under the direction of the Manager of Payroll & Benefits, allocate work to other office clerical staff, train them in the necessary procedures, and verify their work for accuracy.
17. Perform other job-related duties, as assigned
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