Municipal District of Taber - Finance Coordinator (Payroll & Benefits focus)

The Municipal District of Taber is seeking to fill the role of Finance Coordinator I. This is a permanent full-time position. Reporting to the Director of Corporate Services, the Finance Coordinator I is responsible for a variety of clerical and accounting duties, with a primary focus on payroll and benefits administration. The role requires precision, confidentiality, and a high level of initiative, as well as the ability to work independently while providing courteous and effective service to internal and external stakeholders.

Key Work Activities

Payroll & Benefits Administration

• Administer the full payroll and benefits cycle for all employees
  


• Assist with new employee hiring, orientation, and onboarding
  


• Ensure payroll and timesheet deadlines are consistently met
  


• Maintain accurate and secure payroll and benefits records
  


• Administer employee benefits plans, municipal pension programs, and related submissions, including short-term and long-term disability and WCB
  


• Complete Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) functions including T4s, source deductions, and PIER reporting
  


• Respond to employee inquiries related to payroll and benefits
  


• Ensure confidentiality and compliance with municipal, provincial, and federal legislation
  


• Liaise closely with Human Resources and relevant external agencies
  


• Stay current with changes in payroll regulations, best practices, and software
  


• Participate in industry-wide compensation reviews
  


• Prepare and submit payroll tax reports and payments
  


• Maintain relevant areas of intranet portal
  

Accounting & Finance Support

• Lead or assist with insurance renewals, claims, and portfolio administration
  


• Complete monthly bank reconciliations
  


• Coordinate, track, and report on grants (local, provincial, and federal)
  


• Prepare financial reports for internal and external stakeholders
  


• Develop and post manual journal entries
  


• Assist with year-end and budget preparation
  


• Provide cross-training and relief support in areas such as utility billing, cash receipting, property taxes, accounts payable, and accounts receivable
  


• Support and assist other Finance Coordinator and Finance Clerk positions
  


• Perform other related duties as assigned
  

Qualifications and Requirements

A combination of education and/or experience related to this position may be considered.

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in accounting or a related field
  


• Certified payroll training, or willingness to obtain
  


• Experience working in a municipal government environment is considered an asset
  


• Strong experience with payroll systems, benefits, pension administration, and insurance portfolios
  


• Familiarity with accounting principles and reconciliations
  


• Strong analytical, data entry, and organizational skills
  


• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  


• High level of confidentiality and integrity
  


• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
  


• Strong time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
  


• Effective decision-making skills that are practical, fair, and objective
  


• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
  


• Proven customer service skills with both internal and external stakeholders
  


• Ability to proactively contribute to the efficient administration of the MD of Taber
  

Resume and cover letter are required. The posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is chosen; the MD of Taber is looking to fill this role promptly. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.