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Payroll Technician

Posted on: Nov 18, 2025

Posted by: County of St. Paul

Summary

Who We Are

The County of St. Paul strives to be a trailblazing and welcoming region – a leader in rural success – with an outstanding commitment to community. We are a strong, trusted partner for our residents, businesses, communities, and neighbours, working each and every day to create opportunities and desirable rural experiences.

The County provides a range of programs and services to residents in areas of administration, public works, and community services. These programs and services recognize the unique rural needs of our residents, such as development permits for continued growth; well-maintained roads for personal, industrial, and agricultural traffic to access and use safely; and an Ag Service Board to bring community concerns regarding agriculture to the Province. Learn more about our programs and services through our website: www.county.stpaul.ab.ca

Who We’re Looking For

The County of St. Paul is looking for a full-time Payroll Technician based in our Administration Office. This role provides para-professional support and administers payroll, benefits, pension, and government reporting. The Payroll Technician also fills a human resources role, coordinating with the Management Team and the Regional Occupational Health & Safety for onboarding new employees and assisting current staff as issues arise.

Find the full job ad and description here: https://www.county.stpaul.ab.ca/careers/payroll-technician/

Key Responsibilities

Administering bi-weekly and monthly payrolls, verifying timesheets and hours worked, to ensure employees are paid in an accurate and timely manner
Adhering to regulations and deadlines to prepare and submit payroll remittances, T4 & T4A slips, ROEs, Statistics Canada surveys, and reconcile year-end accounts
Administering benefit entitlements (e.g. Local Authorities Pension Plan) and assisting staff who are having issues with benefit claims or pension benefits
Preparing WCB reports, premium payments, and annual reporting
Managing and maintaining confidential employee files (paper and digitalized)
Assisting Corporate Services staff with annual budget preparation, annual audit, and accounts payable

Requirements

A related degree or diploma in accounting, commerce, or business.
- Certification in payroll through the National Payroll Institute (e.g., Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) or equivalent is also considered an asset.
Minimum three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in a municipal or related setting working with payroll, benefits, pension, or financial reporting.
Knowledge of and experience with:
- Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- The current Alberta Municipal Government Act (MGA), as well as CRA regulations, as related to payroll.
- Alberta’s Employment Standards Code and Regulations, Occupational Health and Safety Act and Code, and Human Rights Act.
Advanced skills in MS Word and MS Excel.
Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to respect confidential information.
Ability to manage multiple, and sometimes conflicting, priorities while meeting deadlines and maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills that allow for clear communication of complex matters.

Job Type

Full time

Employer Contact

No employer contact listed.

Salary Range

No salary range listed.

Closing Date

November 28, 2025

Posting ID: 35306