Payroll Supervisor

Posted on: May 19, 2026

Posted by: City of Leduc

Summary

Payroll Supervisor
Permanent, full-time (35 hours/week)
$80,189.20 – $100,245.60 per annum

At the City of Leduc, our mission is People. Building. Community. We offer a collaborative and dynamic workplace where our values of Teamwork, Service, Respect and Leadership guide our conduct and contribute to a healthy culture. If you would like to work as part of a progressive organization and enjoy a fast-paced environment, then this may be the opportunity for you.

Come work with us!

At the City of Leduc, we believe that our people are our greatest strength and ensuring they are supported through accurate and reliable payroll is foundational to our success. Our Employee Services department is dedicated to fostering a healthy culture through teamwork, service, and leadership.

We are currently seeking a Payroll Supervisor to join our Total Rewards team. This is a high-impact leadership role for a detail-oriented professional who excels at the intersection of financial accuracy, legislative compliance, and people leadership. If you are a payroll expert looking to lead a vital function in a progressive and fast-paced municipal environment, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

What is the Opportunity?

Reporting to the Manager, Total Rewards, the Payroll Supervisor is responsible for the integrity and daily operations of the City’s payroll function. You will oversee the accurate and timely processing of payroll for all employees, ensuring absolute compliance with Alberta Employment Standards and federal tax legislation.

This role exists to lead the payroll team and act as the organization’s subject matter expert on all things pay-related. From troubleshooting complex payroll discrepancies to overseeing year-end filings and T4 preparation, you will ensure our digital systems, including Workday—are optimized for data integrity. This is a role that impacts every single member of the City of Leduc, requiring a leader who balances technical mastery with a human-centric approach to employee support.

What will you do?

In this key leadership role, you will supervise payroll processing and drive continuous improvement within our systems. Key responsibilities include:

Lead and supervise the daily operations of the payroll function, providing direct guidance to the Payroll Administrator and ensuring the accurate processing of bi-weekly payroll.
Oversee complex calculations including wages, bonuses, benefits contributions, and overtime, ensuring alignment with collective agreements and organizational terms of employment.
Act as the Subject Matter Expert for tax and compliance, preparing and filing all required federal and provincial documents (T4s, T4As, TD1s) and staying updated on changing regulations.
Manage payroll system integrity, overseeing the maintenance of data within Workday and generating detailed reports to ensure accuracy in earnings and withholdings.
Troubleshoot and resolve payroll discrepancies, providing timely solutions to issues and serving as the primary point of contact for employee payroll inquiries.
Collaborate across departments, working closely with Finance and Employee Services to align on general ledger filings, bank activities, and organizational goals.
Drive process improvements, identifying opportunities to streamline payroll workflows and implementing new tools to enhance efficiency.
Support year-end and audit activities, coordinating documentation for internal and external audits to ensure the organization remains in good standing.

Requirements

Who you are?
You are an analytical and organized leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment where accuracy and confidentiality are paramount. You bring:

A Diploma in Accounting, Human Resources, or a related field.
A LP Payroll Certification from the National Payroll Institute.
A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in payroll administration, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or team lead role.
In-depth knowledge of federal and provincial tax laws, payroll processing, and Alberta Employment Standards.
Strong technical proficiency in HRIS platforms; experience with Workday is considered a significant asset.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex payroll or tax information clearly and empathetically to employees.
High-level analytical and problem-solving skills, with the independent judgment required to interpret policies and collective agreements.
A commitment to maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality and security for employee compensation data.

What we Offer?

Working for the City of Leduc means joining a team that values your expertise and your well-being. In this role, we offer:

Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including a defined benefit pension plan (LAPP) and extended health and wellness supports.
A leadership role with real influence, where you will shape payroll practices and directly impact the employee experience for the entire organization.
Opportunities for professional development, including mentorship and the ability to influence enterprise-wide system configurations in Workday.
A collaborative and value-driven workplace, where your commitment to accuracy and integrity is recognized and supported.
Work-life balance and a culture of belonging, supported by flexible thinking and respectful collaboration within the Employee Services team.
A free annual pass to City of Leduc recreation facilities, including access to drop-in programs to support your health and well-being.

Important Notes!

The successful candidate must provide a current Criminal Record Check at their own expense.
Please include a cover letter outlining how your payroll leadership experience and technical expertise with HRIS systems align with this role.

Ready to Join Us?

If you are a payroll professional ready to lead a vital team and ensure our organization continues to thrive through accuracy and excellence, we encourage you to apply. Apply today at www.leduc.ca/careers and help us keep Leduc’s workforce running at its best.

Competition closes at 11:59 pm (MT) on May 31, 2026. Due to the high volume of resumes received, we are not able to respond to individual phone calls. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same or lower classification level. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Job Type

Full Time

Employer Contact

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Salary Range

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Closing Date

May 31, 2026

Posting ID: 38501

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