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Payroll Officer
@ BC Rapid Transit Co. Ltd
Vancouver, British Columbia
Overview
BC Rapid Transit Co. Ltd (SkyTrain) is hiring a full-time Payroll Officer to run computerized payroll, timekeeping and pension processing in a unionized environment. The role requires a Payroll Compliance Professional designation and two years of relevant payroll experience. Pay is $45.41 per hour for 40 hours a week, mostly on site.
Pay:
$45.41 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Administer computerized payroll for unionized employees
- Process timekeeping and scheduling records
- Process pension contributions and related records
- Apply collective agreements, CRA and pension rules
Requirements summary:
- Grade 12 graduation and PCP designation
- Two years of computerized payroll experience
- Ceridian experience preferred
- Experience with HRIS, accounting and pension processing
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-23
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-15
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-15
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Finance & accounting |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| 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) |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples, Racialized people, People with disabilities |
| Education | High school (required) |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Tuition support, Wellness, Transit support, Paid training |
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BC Rapid Transit Co. Ltd
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 28 |
Marketing Statement
Join a company that has been a part of moving Metro Vancouver for over 35 years.
British Columbia Rapid Transit Company Ltd. (BCRTC) maintains and operates the Expo and Millennium SkyTrain Lines from our central facilities in south Burnaby. Our services connect downtown Vancouver to the cities of Burnaby, New Westminster, Coquitlam, Port Moody and Surrey. With the future expansion of both the Expo and Millennium Lines gathering pace, infrastructure renewal and new asset acquisition projects underway, this is an exciting time to join our team of over 1,200 dedicated employees, working on one of the longest fully-automated rapid transit systems in the world.
Our work encompasses roles such as administration, engineering, elevator and escalator maintenance, field operations, vehicle maintenance, and wayside (station and guideway) maintenance.
When you work for SkyTrain, not only will you help move Metro Vancouver, you will also have access to comprehensive benefits including paid vacation, medical benefits, transit passes, training and more. We are a proud equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Come explore what makes us one of BC’s Top Employers!
Qualifications
EDUCATION
Grade 12 graduation plus completion of Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) designation.
EXPERIENCE
Two (2) years of directly related, relevant computerized payroll (Ceridian preferred) experience in a unionized environment involving scheduling, timekeeping, HRIS, accounting, pension processing and payroll systems. Up to one (1) year in the position is required to gain a working knowledge of the collective agreements and policies governing the pay of employees, CRA requirements, the pension rules and regulations and payroll systems to become familiar with the procedures and practices within BCRTC.
Other Information
Recruitment Process: An applicant will be required to demonstrate their suitability for this position by meeting the minimum level of qualifications and experience in order to be invited into the selection process. A standard interview format will be used including general, scenario and behavioural descriptive interview questions.
Work Schedule
40 hours per week.
Work Designation
Resident
This position works predominately on-site.
Rate of Pay
Wage: $45.41 per hour
Please note: All new employees will be subject to a 6-week trainee rate at 75% of the hourly rate.
The Total Compensation Package includes Extended Health, Dental, Transit Pass and enrollment in the Public Service Pension Plan. Focus on your development through tuition reimbursement, training, and mentorship programs. Enjoy a variety of health and wellness programs, including access to gym facilities. Speak to us to know more about what we offer.
How to Apply
Please click the 'Apply' button at the top right corner or go to http://www.translink.ca/careers to apply for this position and view instructions on the process.
INSTRUCTIONS: Please save your (1) cover letter, and your (2) resume as one pdf document prior to uploading your application on-line.
Posting Date: September 23 2026
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Please note that only those short listed will be contacted.
Having trouble applying? Please view the System Requirements & FAQ's by going to http://www.translink.ca/careers.
Equal Employment Opportunity
SkyTrain is committed to employment equity and building a diverse workforce, representative of the customers we serve and the many communities in the Metro Vancouver region. We welcome and encourage Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities to apply. Learn more about TransLink's commitment to to equity, diversity and inclusion.
Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For a confidential inquiry, simply email us at [email protected].
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