Payroll Consultant

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Role: Payroll Consultant

Hourly Rate range: $45-65/hr commensurate to skills and experience

Make an Impact Beyond the Classroom

West Island College (WIC) is a leading independent school in Calgary, Alberta, committed to academic excellence, strong relationships, and student well-being. Our success is driven by dedicated professionals across all areas of the school who work together to create a welcoming, inclusive environment where students can thrive and Own Their Future.

We value collaboration, professionalism, and diverse perspectives, and we believe every role at WIC contributes meaningfully to our community.

About the Role

· Process and manage full-cycle monthly payroll for school staff, including teachers and support employees

· Administer and reconcile Alberta Teachers' Retirement Fund (ATRF) and other contributions

· Prepare and post payroll journal entries in Sage Intacct

· Perform month-end and year-end payroll and benefits reconciliations

· Ensure compliance with all applicable provincial and federal payroll regulations

What You Bring

· Minimum 5 years of payroll experience

· Preferred: Prior experience with Alberta independent or public schools, including ATRF administration and reconciliation.

· Ability to work with Sage Intacct — including journal entries and reconciliations

· Strong attention to detail and accuracy in high-trust financial environments

· Ability to work independently and meet payroll deadlines without close supervision

Where Your Work Matters

WIC is built on strong teams working together across campus. If you’re motivated by purpose, collaboration, and making a difference in students’ lives, we welcome you to join an inclusive workplace where your contributions help our community Own Their Future.

West Island College is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

Contact: Joanne Dial 403.255.5300 ext. 304 careers@mywic.ca

Pay: $45.00-$65.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Work from home

Application question(s):

• This role has fluctuating hours to accommodate a monthly payroll cycle. Are you comfortable with this type of regular cyclical arrangement?

Experience:

• Alberta based payroll: 3 years (required)
• ATRF Pension reconciliations: 1 year (preferred)
• use of SAGE INACCT: 3 years (preferred)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Canadian Payroll Professional Accreditation (preferred)

Work Location: Remote