Payroll Specialist

Peace Wapiti Public School Division (PWPSD) provides service to approximately 6,100 students in Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12 in 34 schools and is one of the largest employers in the Grande Prairie/Spirit River region.

We invite applications for a: Full Time Payroll Specialist to work based out of the PWPSD Central Office in Grande Prairie, AB.

As part of a team, the successful applicant will be primarily responsible for processing payroll in a timely and accurate manner for more than 1,200 employees, both union and non-union, in compliance with all applicable policies, collective agreements and legislation. The successful applicant must be a highly detail orientated, organized and energetic team player that can work well with minimal supervision to meet deadlines. 

Other qualifications and skills include:

• In-depth working knowledge of payroll, pensions, benefits, legislation and collective agreements
• Strong work ethic, approachable, reliable and a positive attitude
• Experience with Payroll/HRMS system, preferably with AtrieveERP/Powerschool
• Strong written/verbal communication skills, intermediate to advanced Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google
• Adapts well to change and displays a high level of confidentiality
• Proven analytical problem-solving skills, with an inquiring mindset ability to review and recommend process improvements
• Knowledge of human resource and accounting functional areas to understand the impact and interconnection with payroll
• Preference will be given to candidates with a diploma or degree in a related educational program with at least three years' of payroll experience (equivalencies will be considered)  
• Designation through the Canadian Payroll Association (CPA) is preferred

Other duties and responsibilities include:

• Benefit and pension administration, including all registrations, changes, terminations and submission of required data
• Monthly preparation and timely processing of all payroll related remittances, reconciliations and journal entries
• Accurate and timely maintenance and processing of all information related to new hires, personnel changes, terminations and retirements (including ROEs)
• Maintenance of both electronic and paper filing of all payroll related records
• Assist with the annual reporting requirements for Worker's Compensation Board (WCB Annual Return), Canada Revenue Agency (T4s), and the Local Authorities Pension Plan (LAPP Annual Return).

Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Effective September 1, 2026, the salary range for this position is $4,073.94 to $6,432.53 monthly.  

Employment to commence or as soon as possible based upon mutual agreement.

Hours of Work: 8:30 a.m. 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, with occasional overtime.

Applications should include:

• Completed ApplytoEducation profile
• Cover letter
• Detailed resume
• A list of three references with current contact information

A current Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Check), dated within the last six months, is a condition of employment.

Eligible employees may qualify for a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your work and family life; including Life Insurance, Extended Disability Benefit, Dental Care, Extended Health Care, Vision Benefits and a Registered Pension Plan.

We appreciate and thank you for your application; however, we contact only those candidates who are selected for an interview. PWPSD reserves the right to check references prior to the scheduling of interviews.  All questions about this opportunity should be addressed to Kellie Lewis, Director of Human Resources and Labour Relations at kellielewis@pwpsd.ca or by phone at (780) 831-3077.

PWPSD accepts applications for all positions online. All applicants, both internal and external, are required to create a profile and apply for career opportunities as they become available. Once you have successfully applied to a position you will receive a confirmation e-mail, and the job will be listed in your Job Application Log. If you require technical assistance registering for an account or uploading documents, please call ApplytoEducation at 1-877-900-5627.