Our Payroll Supervisor certificate program uses the most up-to-date and relevant course content to give graduates the skills that will put them in a supervisor position. Our students become familiar with related computer software programs and automated payroll systems. In addition to accounting and payroll expertise, students gain skills and experience in word processing, spreadsheet applications and telephone communication skills. Students are also eligible to apply to the Canadian Payroll Association (CPA) for the Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certification.

Duties & Responsibilities

Payroll Administrators collect, verify and process payroll information and determine pay and benefit entitlements for employees within a department, company or other establishment. Their duties may include:

Maintaining records of employee attendance, leave and overtime to calculate pay and benefit entitlements, in Canadian and other currencies, using manual or computerized systems.

Preparing and verifying statements of earnings for employees, indicating gross and net salaries and deductions such as taxes, union dues, garnishees and insurance and pension plans.

Preparing employee payments and benefit payments by cheque or electronic transfer.

Preparing Record of Employment forms.

Completing, verifying, and processing forms and documentation for administration of benefits.

Preparing T4 statements and other statements.

Providing information to employees on payroll matters, benefit plans and collective agreement provisions.

Compiling statistical reports, statements and summaries related to pay and benefits accounts.

Preparing and balancing period-end reports and reconciling issued payrolls to bank statements.

Operating computing, calculating and other office equipment.

Applying payroll legislation.

Skills & Attributes

A Payroll Administrator certificate will let employers know that you have the skill and experience they’re looking for. Some of the personal attributes employers also look for include:

Mathematical aptitude

Ability to give direction

Strong communication, interpersonal and supervisory skills

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Provide confidentiality for employee information

Proficiency with computers and payroll-related software applications

Accuracy and attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Admission Requirements

Career Opportunities

Payroll Administrators are employed by payroll administration companies and by other establishments throughout the private and public sectors. Careers that correspond with the skills learned in this program include:

Benefits Officer

Pay Advisor/Clerk

Pay and Benefits Administrator/Clerk

Payroll Officer/Clerk

Salary Administration Clerk