Payroll Coordinator

Permanent, Part-Time (20 hrs) | Schedule: Week 1 (3 days: Mon-Wed), Week 2 (2 days: Mon & Thurs)  | Benefited Position 

Are you passionate about people and want to make a difference in the lives of seniors?

PARC Retirement Living is an award-winning developer and operator of independent senior-living communities. We’re seeking an exceptional Payroll Coordinator to join our Corporate Services team in downtown Vancouver. 

About working at PARC

PARC communities are inspiring spaces, where residents come not just to live – but to live a better life, with a vibrant community of like-minded people. Our retirement residences are premium communities in central locations. We not only build and operate all our premium retirement residences, but we also connect with and contribute to the well-being of the local communities we’re part of. And we do it all with a whole lot of heart.

Because life at PARC is nothing short of extraordinary, we are seeking an individual with the same high standards to fill this position. Under the direction of the Sr Finance Director, the Payroll Coordinator, plays a key role in assisting the finance department, managers and employees on-site with the day-to-day payroll functions. This means:

• Assist in the preparation and administration of payroll for all company employees, while auditing payroll processing reports for accuracy.
• Validate HRIS ‘pre-check’ payroll reports, complete general reconciliation, and review time sheets.
• Prepare various filings, forms and request for information (e.g. T4, T4A, statutory deduction discrepancies, WCB, EHT, ROE, ICBC Certificate of forms, such as records of employment, income tax forms, and remittances).
• Process final pay for employee terminations.
• Review manager-lead new hire set up.
• Run ad hoc, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports including all year-end processing through the HRIS.
• Review and approve employee position or pay adjustments, noting potential changes or impacts to Benefits.
• Respond to all employee inquiries regarding Payroll, guiding employees to HRIS information resources for self-service as needed.
• Maintain detailed records and documentation of payroll functions for audit purposes, in accordance with statutory requirements.

The perks of PARC

• Meaningful work. How many hospitality jobs can say that? At PARC, you’ll be making a positive difference in seniors’ lives, each and every day.
• A supportive, diverse team and training opportunities. We believe in giving our people opportunities to advance wherever we can.
• High-value benefits. We offer Extended Health, Vision, Dental, Life, AD&D and Disability Insurance, plus an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), to help protect your health, family and way of life. Plus: birthdays off with pay, parental top-ups and much more!

It takes a special kind of person to work here – does this sound like you?

• Payroll association certification required. College or University education in Human Resources or Accounting is an asset.
• Minimum of 2-years’ payroll experience for salaried and hourly employees.
• Strong knowledge of Payroll/HRIS systems (e.g. UKG).
• Advanced proficiency with MS Office software, particularly Excel for reporting.
• Knowledge of income tax forms, health benefits programs, sick pay, and employment standards.
• Experience in all year-end processing activities (T4’s, WSIB, EHT etc.).
• Must be able to handle confidential information in an ethical and professional manner.
• Effective attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• You’re adaptable to change but enjoy the consistency of this role. You’re constantly challenging yourself to improve, increase efficiency and take on new tasks.
• Most importantly, you are a team player who is open to feedback and willing to help others.