Permanent, Full-Time
Location: Administration Building, High River, AB (on-site)
Foothills County encompasses a diverse rural landscape located in the foothills of southern Alberta with our administrative office in High River, AB. We are currently seeking a Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join our team. If you are looking for a rewarding career that offers a work life balance, this could be the opportunity for you.
Reporting to the Payroll Supervisor, the Payroll & Benefits Specialist is responsible for payroll processing and benefit administration. This position will also train to become proficient in the completion of all senior-level payroll tasks such as T4 issuance, reconciliations, technology and process improvements.
Qualifications, Education and Experience:
- Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certification is required.
- A minimum of three (3) years payroll and benefits experience.
- Post Secondary education in Business Administration would be an asset.
- Accounting/Finance experience would also be considered an asset.
Skills Required:
- Sound knowledge of the methods, practices and principles of preparing, calculating and processing all aspects of payroll.
- Possess a professional demeanor and maintain confidentiality at all times.
- Experience with Avanti, Pearl (formerly WorkTech), Great Plains Dynamics and Microsoft Office software.
- Reliable and detail oriented with work processes demonstrating a high level of accuracy.
To view a full copy of this Job Description please visit www.foothillscountyab.ca and click on Careers.
Qualified candidates are invited to forward their cover letter and resume to:
Human Resources
Foothills County
Box 5605, 309 Macleod Trail
High River, Alberta T1V 1M7
Email: opportunities@foothillscountyab.ca
This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those applicants to be interviewed will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to provide a criminal record check.
Foothills County provides a comprehensive benefits package and pension plan.
