About Us
With a population of approximately 16,000, Cold Lake is a city that offers a wealth of excitement, adventure and entertainment for all in any season. Hugging the southern shores of Alberta’s seventh largest lake, this recreational paradise can be accessed in summer and winter through western Canada’s largest inland marina. New housing, excellent educational facilities, a multipurpose recreational facility and a college are just a few of the highlights that truly make Cold Lake a community of choice.
Job Purpose & Responsibilities
This is a permanent, full-time position with the Corporate Services Department.

Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, this position is responsible for:

• Providing confidential payroll and benefit services and assistance to the organization and employees while adhering to legislation
• Processing biweekly and monthly payroll remittances
• Maintain changes, additions, and deletions for payroll system earnings, deductions, and payroll codes
• Reconciling payroll subledger to General Ledger
• Providing timely reports to managers, including information on overtime, vacation, and other accruals
• Maintaining all additions, changes, and terminations for the City employee pension and benefit plans
• Assisting with disability claims management, payments, and return to work planning
• Balancing and submitting payments for pension, benefits, source deductions, union dues, and all other remittances
• Issuing and filing Records of Employment, necessary tax documents, including T4s
• Completing year end processing
• Responding to all inquiries regarding benefits, payroll, pension, disability, vacation, and other employee relations issues
• Supporting other functions of the department as needed

Qualifications & Competencies

• Post secondary Diploma in Accounting, Business, Human resources, or a related field
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in payroll and benefits administration, preferably in a Municipality or Government
• Certified Payroll Administrator (CPA)
• Knowledge of Alberta Labour standards and payroll legislation
• Strong computer and organizational skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, and payroll software
• Experience with Avanti Payroll is considered an asset
• Strong confidentiality and customer service skills
• Proven problem solving and time management skills
• Ability to communicate across the organization including regulator bodies
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check

More Details
Hours of work are 35 hours per week Monday to Friday.
The City of Cold Lake provides a competitive compensation package to successful candidates, including an exceptional benefits plan, a pension plan, and a variety of developmental opportunities.

How to Apply

• Submit a detailed resume including qualifications and past and present work experience.
• Include a cover letter describing your experience and abilities with respect to the above-listed qualifications.
• Copies of any relevant certifications.

The City of Cold Lake appreciates receiving applications from all qualified individuals; however only those short-listed for an interview will be contacted.
Company
City of Cold Lake
Location
Human Resources
Opening Date
Sep 11, 2025
Closing Date
Sep 29, 2025 08:30 AM
Requirements

• Providing confidential payroll and benefit services and assistance to the organization and employees while adhering to legislation
• Processing biweekly and monthly payroll remittances
• Maintain changes, additions, and deletions for payroll system earnings, deductions, and payroll codes
• Reconciling payroll subledger to General Ledger
• Providing timely reports to managers, including information on overtime, vacation, and other accruals
• Maintaining all additions, changes, and terminations for the City employee pension and benefit plans
• Assisting with disability claims management, payments, and return to work planning
• Balancing and submitting payments for pension, benefits, source deductions, union dues, and all other remittances
• Issuing and filing Records of Employment, necessary tax documents, including T4s
• Completing year end processing
• Responding to all inquiries regarding benefits, payroll, pension, disability, vacation, and other employee relations issues
• Supporting other functions of the department as neede