Payroll Assistant - Temporary 6 Month Contract

YORK CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD 

Invites applications for the position of:

Payroll Assistant

Temporary 6 Month Contract

(with the possibility of extension)

Exempt Level 4 - $65,295 - $83,680 per annum

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Manager, Accounting Payroll and Benefits, the Payroll Assistant performs various duties and tasks to assist and support the Payroll and Benefits Department.

Major Responsibilities:

The following duties are representative of performance expectations:

• Review, validate and process bi-weekly payroll data (including timesheets) in SAP in accordance with collective agreements for all Board employees.
• Administer and calculate various benefit payments including Maternity Supplementary Benefit for staff, travel allowances and home instruction ensuring that all necessary deductions have been applied.
• Responsible for data transfer to Government of Canada as well as resolving all issues and investigation queries related to data transferred.
• Maintain payroll processes documents and records for audit purposes.
• To support the automated online timesheet system.
• Review, revise and update department information on the Board’s internal website as required.
• Respond to employee inquiries.
• Administer ESL payroll.

Qualifications and Experience:

• 1 to 2 years of previous payroll and benefits work experience.
• Accounting diploma or payroll courses /certificate.

Skills and Competencies:

• Intermediate to advanced working level knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of SAP is an asset.
• Well organized and attentive to details.
• Demonstrates professionalism and maintains a positive work attitude.
• Takes the initiative to identify and solve problems independently.
• Works cooperatively to support a successful team effort.
• Communicates effectively using verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills.
• Reacts productively to interruptions and changing conditions.

Interested applicants may apply until the close of business on June 10, 2026.

Commitment to Equity

YCDSB is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering equity and promoting an inclusive workplace culture that reflects the communities we serve. We are dedicated to building an environment that supports and values the inherent worth of every person in the workforce.

This includes, but is not limited to, Indigenous Peoples, Black individuals, 2SLGBTQ+ persons, women, historically underrepresented groups, and people with visible and non-visible disabilities, all of whom bring a wide range of perspectives, lived experiences, and ideas that enhance our learning and working environment.

Accessibility

The Board is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace. Pursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), if you require code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact human.resource.dept@ycdsb.ca prior to the posting closing date so that the appropriate arrangements can be made.

Diversity and Inclusion

Aligned with the YCDSB’s commitment to fostering an inclusive workforce, we encourage applications from candidates whose backgrounds and experiences reflect the communities we serve, including but not limited to those who identify as members of equity-seeking groups protected under the Ontario Human Rights Code. Sharing this information is voluntary, and any details provided will be kept confidential.

Mission Statement

With Jesus Christ as our model, we provide all students with a Catholic education rooted in equity, well-being and learning.

Vision Statement

A recognized leader in Catholic education committed to inclusion, excellence and innovation that develops socially responsible global citizens.

Jennifer Sarna

Interim Director of Education and Secretary of the Board