Payroll Administrator jobs in Edmonton, AB

ABOUT LN

Proudly Indigenous Member Owned. Proudly people-powered.

At LN, our people are the foundation of everything we do. Behind every successful project is a team of professionals ensuring employees are supported, paid accurately, projects are tracked effectively, and business operations run smoothly.

We're looking for a detail-oriented and organized Payroll & Finance Assistant to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with numbers, maintaining accurate records, solving problems, and supporting multiple departments in a fast-paced environment. You'll work closely with HR, Operations, and Finance to support payroll administration, benefits programs, workforce reporting, and financial data management across the organization.

Hourly Rate: $23.00 – $27.00 per hour

Benefits Include:

• Extended Health & Dental Coverage

• Life Insurance

• RRSP Matching Program

• Employee Assistance Program

• Professional Development Opportunities

• Supportive and Collaborative Team Environment
  

POSITION OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Manager, HR & Payroll, the Payroll & Finance Assistant is responsible for assisting with LN's payroll and benefits programs while providing administrative and financial support to LN's Finance leadership team.

This position works closely with Operations, HR, and Finance to maintain data integrity, support employees, and uphold LN's commitment to accuracy, transparency, and exceptional service delivery. The successful candidate will help ensure payroll and benefits activities are administered accurately while supporting project timekeeping, financial reporting, billing requirements, and accounting processes.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Payroll & Benefits Support

• Assist with processing bi-weekly payroll for salaried and hourly employee groups

• Review, audit, and reconcile time and attendance entries including shift approvals, overtime, vacation, statutory holidays, and leaves

• Troubleshoot payroll discrepancies in partnership with HR and operational leaders

• Maintain employee payroll records, wage changes, deductions, and employment status updates

• Assist with the administration of employee benefit enrollments, changes, terminations, and renewals

• Calculate and reconcile employee benefit deductions

• Liaise with benefit carriers, plan administrators, and third-party providers

• Support employees with benefits inquiries, claims questions, and leave processes

• Assist with annual benefits renewals, reporting, audits, and remittances

• Support payroll reporting, reconciliations, and year-end activities

Finance & Operations Support

• Assist in generating, validating, and entering high volumes of financial and operational data related to payables, receivables, payroll, and employee time records

• Ensure accurate and timely collection of project and job-related timekeeping data

• Support Labour Equipment Management (LEM) administration, billing requirements, and workforce reporting activities

• Assist with invoice processing, expense tracking, document management, and record maintenance

• Support account reconciliations and financial data verification activities

• Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and supporting documentation for Finance and Operations teams

• Maintain organized financial records and electronic filing systems

• Provide support and backup to Operations teams as required

• Assist clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders with administrative inquiries

• Support month-end, year-end, and audit preparation activities

Compliance & Administration

• Maintain accurate employee records within payroll and HR systems

• Ensure payroll and employee information is handled confidentially and professionally

• Support payroll audits, compliance reviews, and reporting requirements

• Maintain payroll, benefits, and administrative procedures and documentation

• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives and special projects

• Support data integrity and reporting initiatives across multiple departments
  

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2-3+ years of payroll , accounting , finance , HR , or administrative experience

• Strong proficiency in accounting principles and financial administration

• Experience with payroll processing and employee benefits administration

• Strong understanding of Canadian employment standards and payroll legislation

• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with competing deadlines

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational ability

• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion

• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

WHAT WILL HELP YOU SUCCEED

• You are detail-oriented and committed to accuracy and compliance

• You enjoy working with numbers, systems, and large volumes of data

• You have strong problem-solving skills and can navigate ambiguity with confidence

• You are service-focused and enjoy supporting employees and internal stakeholders

• You proactively seek opportunities to improve processes and increase efficiency

• You stay current on payroll, benefits, employment standards, and legislative changes

• You communicate effectively and contribute positively to a collaborative team culture

• You enjoy building and maintaining structured processes that reduce risk and improve accuracy
  

WORK CONDITIONS

This position is based in our Edmonton Head Office and operates during standard business hours.

The successful candidate must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities and deadlines. Occasional flexibility may be required during payroll processing periods, month-end activities, year-end reporting, and audit preparation.

The role requires a high degree of confidentiality, professionalism, accuracy, and collaboration with HR, Operations, Finance, leadership teams, clients, and vendors.

WORK ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT

Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada on a permanent basis at the time of application.

As a Certified Indigenous Member-Owned Business, LN is committed to empowering communities, fostering diversity, and maintaining the highest standards of service. We are an equal opportunity employer and proudly celebrate diversity and inclusivity within our team and the communities we serve.