Payroll Administrator

At Stenberg College, success is a shared journey. We foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where diverse talents, lived experiences, and perspectives come together to create meaningful change. Whether you are a student, faculty member, or part of our team, you’ll find a community where your contributions matter and your professional growth is genuinely supported. 

Are you passionate about creating exceptional educational experiences rooted in compassion and real-world impact? Stenberg College is a community driven by excellence, purpose, and care. With a strong reputation among healthcare and human services professionals, we take pride in the meaningful work we do and the difference we make every day. 

About the Role: 
We are seeking a Payroll Administrator with experience using UKG to join our People and Culture team. This role is key to ensuring smooth, accurate, and timely payroll operations for our staff, faculty, and subcontractors. You will handle end-to-end payroll processing using UKG, support onboarding and benefits administration, and contribute to regulatory compliance across multiple provinces.

• Location: Hybrid – Surrey, BC 


• Employment Type: Full-Time


• Start Date: As soon as possible


• Salary: $50,000–$55,000 per year

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Operations

• Process semi-monthly payroll using UKG for staff, faculty, and contractors


• Maintain accurate employee records including new hires, terminations, and pay changes


• Monitor payroll and HR inboxes, responding to inquiries or escalating as needed


• Ensure payroll documentation is complete and submitted on time


• Record and reconcile earnings, deductions, and insurable hours


• Prepare ROEs and various payroll reports (such as RRSP or year-to-date summaries)


• Troubleshoot payroll issues with professionalism and efficiency

Vacation, Benefits and Compliance

• Track vacation accruals and ensure usage aligns with entitlements


• Reconcile benefit deductions and update UKG rates as needed


• Prepare WCB, OHIS, WorkSafeBC, and EHT remittances


• Support GL account reconciliation and ensure compliance with internal policies

Administrative and Onboarding Support

• Review new hire paperwork and monitor onboarding status in UKG


• Deliver payroll orientations for new staff


• Ensure data consistency between HR records and payroll


• Provide general administrative support to the People and Culture team

What You Bring

• Minimum 1 year of experience in payroll, clerical, or administrative roles


• Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation from the National Payroll Institute


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) and PDFs


• Familiarity with the Employment Standards Act and payroll best practices


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Work well under strict deadlines 


• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management


• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally

Nice to Have

• Experience with UKG payroll systems is an asset


• Previous work experience in post-secondary education or a regulated industry

Why Join Us?
We offer a purpose-driven workplace that values integrity, learning, and collaboration. This is an opportunity to grow your career while making a meaningful impact.

Our Core Values
We are guided by values that shape everything we do:

• Connectedness and Inclusivity


• Collaboration and Innovation


• Accountability and Integrity


• Adaptability and Responsiveness

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

Stenberg College is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment where all individuals can thrive. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including Indigenous Peoples, People of Color (BIPOC), LGBTQ2S+ individuals, people with disabilities, and others who may face barriers. We believe that diversity strengthens our team, encourages innovation, and fosters a more compassionate workplace.

Want to learn more about Stenberg College? Please check out our website at www.stenbergcollege.com

We thank all applicants for their interest and will contact shortlisted candidates.