Senior Payroll Clerk

Payroll Department

C.U.P.E. 2357 (12 month, Level 6)

*If you are a current OCSB employee, you must use your OCSB ATE account to apply to this vacancy.*

The OCSB is currently seeking Accountant. The possible work addresses for this position can be found in our .

Why Work With The Ottawa Catholic School Board: The OCSB proudly serves over 50,000 students across 90+ work locations. We offer an education that respects all faiths' universal values and is grounded in Catholic principles. We foster innovation to inspire Deep Learning so that all can realize their full potential. We offer a collaborative work environment, fulfilling careers, and the opportunity to make a difference in our students' lives.

The OCSB is committed to equitable hiring, employment and promotion practices and is dedicated to an inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our communities. The OCSB is actively seeking applications from Indigenous peoples, Black and racialized people, persons with disabilities, people from gender diverse communities and/or people with intersectional identities, as well as individuals who can contribute to continuous diversification of ideas.

The Ottawa Catholic School Board acknowledges that the land on which our schools are located is the traditional unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishnabek Peoples. We extend our respect to all First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples for their valuable past and present contributions to this land.

Job Description

Under the supervision of the Payroll Supervisor, the Senior Payroll Clerk:

• processes the pay bi-weekly for board employee groups;
• conducts checks and balances on each pay to ensure accuracy;
• responds to employee inquiries;
• liaises with Human Resources and other departments;
• completes payroll related reports;
• processes and prepares various government and regulatory remittances;
• keeps up to date with current collective agreements for specific groups;
• ensures compliance with legislative requirements and board policies;
• performs other duties, as assigned by the supervisor.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• two years of Community college in a related field;
• two years of related experience;
• completion of Payroll Compliance Practitioner designation;
• excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• initiative, tact, and discretion;
• proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Crystal Reports, Payroll systems and accounting system, etc.;
• the ability to work under deadline pressures. Some overtime may be required.
  
  

In Addition, The Following Will Be Considered An Asset

• enrolment in the National Payroll Institute - Payroll Leadership Professional (PLP) designation
  
  

This is a permanent full time (1.0 FTE) position with an annual salary range of $68,594 $73,846. A comprehensive employee benefits package is also provided.

The effective start date is as soon as possible.

How to Apply: Applicants are required to apply through the ApplytoEducation (ATE) platform and ensure a cover letter and resume are included in the ATE profile. Interested applicants must submit their application by no later than 5:00 pm on November 4, 2026. A pastoral reference is not required. If selected for an interview, candidates will be contacted via email for an interview.

Interviews: We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Candidates are encouraged to check spam and junk mail boxes often for Board correspondence.

Reference Policy: We value your privacy. References will only be contacted if you are selected to move forward in the hiring process.

If you are not currently an OCSB employee, you will be required to provide an appropriate, original Vulnerable Sector Police Record Check dated within the last six months before you can commence employment.

Questions regarding the application process can be directed to hrstaffing@ocsb.ca .

For assistance with ApplytoEducation, please contact ATE directly at info@applytoeducation.com or by phone at 1-877-900-5627.

AI may be utilized throughout the selection and recruitment process.

Pursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), if you require accommodations at any time throughout the application process, please contact the Human Resources Department via email at hrstaffing@ocsb.ca prior to the posting closing date so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

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