Zone: Eastern Urban Zone
Location: Mount Pearl Square
Payroll Clerk II
Financial Services
Temporary Full-time (until March 31, 2026, with the possibility of extension)
24349TMP
Hours: 75 bi-weekly (8 hours; Days)
Salary: CG-27 ($25.99 - $28.74 per hour)
Competition Number: VAC0010163
Posted Date: 2025-04-14
Closing Date: 2025-04-21
Job SummaryThe Payroll Clerk II is responsible for computing, verifying and maintaining payroll, leave and related records of employment within NL Health Services. Work involves analyzing and processing cyclic payrolls in accordance with documents and directives received, policies and procedures and collective agreements; preparing remittances for deductions to various agencies; answering enquiries and providing advice on matters relating to pay; processing payroll memorandums involving a variety of personnel actions in accordance with established time schedules; maintaining leave and other records and performing other related duties as required.
Job Demands
By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):
Occasionally required to lift files and supplies weighing less than 10 lbs.
Occasional bending, stretching to retrieve and return files.
A high level of visual concentration and precision required to prepare calculations, input data, audit records and review while sitting and using a calculator, keyboard, and computer mouse.
Auditory concentration is required to listen to and respond to inquiries from staff and agencies.
Job Qualifications
Completion of a recognized/approved two-year Business Administration program* with a specialization in Accounting supplemented by completion of the Certified Payroll Compliance Practitioner Program OR a three-year Business Management program* specializing in Accounting with payroll courses completed is required.
Demonstrated effective time management skills and the ability to meet strict timelines.
Demonstrated strong organizational skills.
Ability to work both collaboratively and with a high degree of independence and initiative.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Demonstrated strong customer service skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (specifically Excel and Word).
An Excel score of 60% is required. A basic Excel test may be administered by the Department of Human Resources.
A satisfactory record of work performance is required.
If there are no fully qualified applicants, applicants with a two or three-year Business Administration/Management diploma, bachelor's degree in business, or other courses/education in payroll may be considered.
A satisfactory record of work performance is required.
Proof of a current business administration program is required. To be considered current, the program must have been completed within the last three years, unless it is being used on a regular basis in recent positions. This must be demonstrated on the application form.
*Program must be recognized by NL Health Services Human Resources.