Payroll Administrator

About the role

As the Payroll Administrator, you will own the full cycle of payroll administration, along with benefits, pension, and related compensation processes. The position is focused on delivering accurate and timely service while meeting legal and internal policy requirements. You will work closely with internal teams to keep employee data accurate, protect confidentiality, and support a high standard of service.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the entire payroll process from start to finish, with a strong focus on accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
• Maintain payroll, benefits, pension, and compensation records with a high level of confidentiality, reliability, and data integrity.
• Administer employee benefits and pension plans, including enrolment, reconciliation, remittances, and ongoing compliance with legislation.
• Support financial controls by reconciling payroll and benefits activity, preparing reports, and aligning outputs with accounting and budgeting needs.
• Oversee payroll and benefits systems to ensure they operate consistently, securely, and with proper control.
• Apply employment, payroll, benefits, pension, and statutory rules correctly to reduce risk and maintain compliance.
• Prepare and check payroll and benefits reports for internal leaders, auditors, and external regulatory bodies.
• Work in partnership with Human Resources and other stakeholders to keep employee records aligned and help create a positive employee experience.
• Act as a knowledgeable point of contact for payroll and benefits questions, including more complex or escalated matters.
• Help improve payroll and benefits processes, controls, and service delivery to strengthen efficiency, accuracy, and risk management.

What you bring

• A diploma in Accounting, Payroll, or a closely related discipline.
• Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation.
• Four to five years of experience handling full-cycle payroll.
• Exposure to UKG Ready is considered an advantage.

Skills and strengths

• Comfort using technology and advanced Microsoft Excel skills for payroll analysis and reconciliation.
• Strong planning and time management abilities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Good analytical and communication skills to troubleshoot payroll issues and support decision-making.
• Ability to interpret and apply payroll, employment, benefits, and pension legislation accurately.
• Professional judgment and discretion when dealing with sensitive employee information.

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive annual base salary of $61,570 to $76,960, plus performance-based incentive pay.
• Pension plan with SASCU matching all contributions.
• Comprehensive group benefits, including extended health and dental coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible spending account for additional health and personal wellness expenses.
• Flexible work options and paid time off that includes vacation, medical/care leave, personal days, and paid community volunteering.
• Support for career development, including financial help for training, plus recognition and rewards programs.
• Reduced or waived banking fees, along with lower rates on personal loans and mortgages.

Working arrangement

This is a full-time, Monday to Friday, onsite position based in Salmon Arm, British Columbia, Canada.

About SASCU

SASCU Financial Group provides personal and business financial services through SASCU Credit Union and its lines of business, including SASCU Insurance, SASCU Wealth, and Commercial banking. The organization operates branches in Sicamous, Sorrento, and two locations in Salmon Arm. Founded in 1946, SASCU serves more than 20,000 members, employs 165 staff, and holds $1 billion in assets.

Diversity and inclusion

SASCU is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse, inclusive workplace. Hiring decisions are based on qualifications, training, and experience related to the role, with an emphasis on selecting the best-qualified candidate.

Additional requirements

The successful candidate must meet fidelity bonding requirements and complete reference, criminal record, and credit checks.

Application note

Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter and résumé by email.