• Post-secondary certification in Payroll Administration or related post-secondary education and at least three years of relevant payroll administration experience. Certification as a Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) is preferred, certification as a Certified Payroll Manager (CPM) is an asset.
• Strong understanding of payroll legislation, pension plan administration, and benefit processing.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, SharePoint) and experience with financial/payroll systems.
• Proven ability to manage multiple and completing priorities with accuracy and strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills to interact effectively with internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and with discretion in a confidential environment.
Why Lacombe County?
Lacombe County is committed to maintaining a vibrant, healthy, safe, caring and inclusive work environment. We hire great people who are looking to contribute to our respectful workplace. We support a work-life balance and offer an excellent compensation package including:
• A pension for Life! This position participates in the Local Authorities Pension Plan, a defined benefit pension plan, where a monthly pension is paid to you for life upon retirement.
• A comprehensive group health and dental plan plus an annual health/wellness spending account.
• Annual vacation that increases with each year of employment plus participation in the flex time program.
At the County, employees feel connected. They feel valued and have a sense of belonging. Our open door, collaborative and supportive work environment encourages employees to share ideas and work together as a team. It’s a respectful workplace and employees are encouraged to express opinions and ideas. And, it’s a flexible workplace so that you can balance the work commitments with your life commitments.
If you are a professional with a solid understanding of payroll processes, has a commitment to public service, and who is passionate to make a positive impact, we invite you to apply and help us build a safe, vibrant, and innovative community.
To express interest, please forward your application no later than 8AM, August 25, 2025 to: hr@lacombecounty.com.
Applications will be reviewed and scheduled for an interview as they are received. This position may be filled before the deadline date.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those invited for an interview will be contacted.
Please note: All applicants must be legally entitled to live and work in Canada.
This competition may remain open longer until a suitable candidate is found.
