The objective of the Payroll Administrator Certificate program is to provide students with the necessary skills and knowledge required to perform payroll administrative responsibilities in the payroll department and to be able to apply payroll legislation. Students become familiar with basic payroll practices and procedures, and are eligible to apply to the Canadian Payroll Association (CPA) for Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certification. In addition to accounting and payroll expertise, students gain skills and experience in word processing, spreadsheet applications, telephone communication skills and performing a job search.
Admissions Requirements
Grade 12 or equivalent or mature student status and a passing grade on the admissions test.
Objectives
The skills to maintain records of employee attendance, leave, and overtime.
The ability to calculate pay and benefit entitlements in Canadian and other currencies using manual or computerized systems.
The knowledge to prepare and verify statements of earnings for employees.
The ability to provide information to employees on payroll matters, benefit plans, and collective agreement provisions.
The skills to compile statistical reports, statements, and summaries related to pay and benefits accounts, and prepare period-end reports.
The necessary skills to operate computing, calculating and other office equipment.
Career Opportunties
Benefits Officer Pay and Benefits Administrator/Clerk
