Payroll Administrator

**We’re Hiring: Payroll Administrator**
Process. Support. Deliver.

Sturgeon Public Schools is currently seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Payroll Administrator to join our Finance team. This is a full-time permanent position responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll and benefi ts processing for all staff across the division. If you're passionate about precision, understand payroll legislation, and value team collaboration, this opportunity is a great fit.

**What You’ll Do**:

- Process payroll, union dues, pension contributions, and benefi t deductions
- Ensure timely documentation of employee changes (hires, terminations, updates)
- Review and validate time and attendance entries
- Prepare ROEs, pension documents (LAPP), and ASEBP forms
- Reconcile monthly benefit premiums and complete government remittances
- Support year-end T4s, audit preparation, and general ledger reconciliations
- Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure confi dentiality at all times
- Assist with payroll-related reporting and data analysis
- Communicate clearly with staff to resolve payroll-related inquiries
- Contribute to continuous improvement of payroll systems and workflows

**What You Bring**:

- Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certifi cation
- Minimum 2 years of payroll processing experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Accurate data entry and strong analytical skills
- Excellent communication, organization, and time management abilities
- A collaborative, solution-focused mindset
- Commitment to confi dentiality and professionalism in all aspects of the role
- Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector

**Why Join Sturgeon Public Schools?**
- Be part of a supportive and high-performing Finance team
- Work in a division that values integrity, innovation, and community
- Make a direct impact on the day-to-day experience of staff across our schools

This position falls under the Sturgeon Public Schools General Employment Conditions (GEC). Employees in this role are eligible for a competitive and comprehensive benefi ts package, which includes:

- Employer-Funded Health Spending Account for eligible health-related expenses
- Paid Sick Days as outlined in the GEC
- Extended Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Disability Coverage with 92% of premiums paid by the employer
- Starting at three weeks of vacation entitlement per year, with increments as outlined in the GEC.
- Other paid leaves are offered for personal, family critical illness, adoption and more
- Eligible employees participate in the Local Authorities Pension Plan (LAPP), a secure, defined-benefit pension plan that is jointly funded by both the employee and the employer.

These conditions refl ect Sturgeon Public Schools’ commitment to offering meaningful support, security, and work-life balance for our staff.

**Position Details**:

- Type: Full-Time Permanent
- Hours: Full-time (1.0 FTE), 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
- Flexibility: Flexible work arrangements may be available following the successful completion of the probationary period
- Location: Central Office (Morinville, AB)
- Start Date: immediately
- Salary: $59,496 - $70,956 / year

Sturgeon Public Schools prides itself on doing things a little differently. Our schools are special places, where an open and collaborative relationship with parents and the rural community enhances the quality of our education and sees our students thrive. We support the entire individual, providing diverse specialty programming that inspires and develops each student, while maintaining caring schools that make our youth feel safe, secure, and accepted.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $59,496.00-$70,956.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Vision care
- Work from home

Work Location: In person