Stanfield’s, 1 Logan Street, Truro NS

Job Summary:

We are looking for an efficient payroll and administrative assistant to be responsible for all payroll processes. The payroll administrator's duties include the management of employee data, ensuring the accuracy of timesheets, computing wages, and ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time.

To be successful in this role you should have strong numeracy skills and be able to multitask effectively. Ultimately, an outstanding payroll administrator should be able to manage all aspects of payroll in a timely and accurate manner.

This role will also encompass various administrative duties and include the responsibility of managing incoming calls that are not screened by the phone system.

Key Responsibilities

Providing information and answering employee questions about payroll-related matters
Managing electronic timekeeping systems or manually collecting and reviewing timesheets
Calculating payable hours, commissions, bonuses, tax withholdings, and deductions
Preparing and issuing earnings statements
Issuing paychecks and managing direct deposits
Maintaining employee records
Coordinating with the HR department to ensure correct employee data
Providing administrative assistance to the accounting department

Administrative

Perform general administrative tasks including filing, data entry, and document management
Handle incoming phone calls that are not filtered by the phone system, providing information, directing calls, or taking messages as necessary
Assist with scheduling, coordinating meetings, and managing calendars
Support other office functions and tasks as needed to ensure smooth operation

Other

Adhere to all company policies and procedures
Perform all job functions in a safe and healthful manner, abiding by and in accordance with all applicable Health and Safety company policies and government legislation/regulations
Perform other duties as assigned by Management

Education and Experience:

College diploma or equivalent in Business Administration, 1-3 years in an office environment

Skills include:

Effective Customer Service skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; Excel, Outlook and Word
Ability to multi-task, work within a fast-paced environment and prioritize conflicting demands
Attention to detail, accuracy and problem-solving abilities

Company Sponsored Training

New Employee Orientation
Code of Conduct/Guide to Respect and Professionalism
Emergency Evacuation Procedure
Health & Safety Policy Review
ABS system overview

Working Conditions:

Travel Requirements – None
Physical Environment – Office
Physical Demands- Almost all activities are of low physical intensity, periods of sitting and short distance walking
Mental Effort - Moderate intensity - Occasional challenges that demand higher level impact, focus

Stanfield's Ltd. jobs

Payroll and Administrative Assistant