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Accounting - Finance
Financial Specialist
Accounting - Finance
#722444
Remote / WFH
Lacombe County
Job Description
Financial Specialist
Lacombe County
·
4.5
Lacombe, AB
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Full-time
Shift and schedule
Flextime
Monday to Friday
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Financial Specialist
Corporate Services Department | Permanent Full-Time Position | Monday - Friday| 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
The Opportunity
The Financial Specialist is a key member of the Corporate Services team and is responsible for supporting intermediate accounting and payroll functions across Lacombe County and partner organizations.
Reporting to the Manager of Finance, the Financial Specialist provides technical accounting support, including financial reconciliations, accounts receivable administration, and full-cycle payroll processing for partner organizations. The role collaborates with internal teams to support financial reporting, audit requirements, and the continuous improvement of financial processes.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Financial Operations
Monitor and manage accounts receivable, including collections, interest calculations and reporting.
Reconcile sub-ledgers (e.g., security deposits, inventory) to the general ledger and investigate discrepancies.
Prepare and process monthly journal entries, including purchasing card transactions and suspense account clearing.
Assist in month-end and year-end processes, including audit preparation and reporting requirements.
Support grant payment processing and ensure expenditures align with approved budgets.
Administer the Community Aggregate Levy, including collections, reconciliations, and reporting.
Support inventory accounting processes, including reconciliations, tracking, and annual costs.
Payroll & Benefits Administration
Complete full-cycle payroll processing for partner organizations.
Assist with Lacombe County firefighter payroll processing.
Provide backup coverage for the Lacombe County Payroll Officer.
Coordination & Support
Assist with bank deposit preparation and general financial administration as required.
Provide support and guidance to staff using financial job costing systems.
Maintain a high level of accuracy, confidentiality and professionalism in all financial activities.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of financial processes, controls and systems.
Key Qualifications
Technical
Post-secondary diploma in accounting, finance, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience performing accounting duties, including reconciliations, reporting and payroll processing.
Knowledge of payroll legislation, statutory deductions and benefit administration.• Experience in a municipal or public-sector environment is considered an asset.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 (particularly Excel) and Windows-based accounting systems.
Strong understanding of financial controls, processes and accuracy requirements.
Core Competencies
Analytical & Detail -Oriented
Demonstrated ability to work with complex financial data and maintain a high level of accuracy.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Collaboration & Communication
Proven ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Effective communication skills, with the ability to explain financial information clearly and professionally.
Customer Service & Teamwork
Strong service-oriented approach, with a commitment to supporting internal clients and the public.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of the Corporate Services team.
Why Lacombe County?
Lacombe County is committed to maintaining a vibrant, healthy, safe, caring and inclusive work environment. We hire great people who are looking to contribute to our respectful workplace. We support a work-life balance and offer an excellent compensation package including:
A Pension for Life! This position participates in the Local Authorities Pension Plan, a defined benefit pension plan, where a monthly pension is paid to you for life upon retirement.
A comprehensive group health and dental plan plus an annual health/wellness spending account.
Annual vacation that increases with each year of employment plus participation in the flex time program.
Lacombe County
·
4.5
Lacombe, AB
Profile insights
Here’s how the job qualifications align with your profile.
Skills
Windows
Payroll
Organizational skills
+ show more
Do you have experience in Windows?
Yes
No
Skip
Education
Post-secondary education
College diploma
Do you have a Post-secondary education?
Yes
No
Skip
Job details
Here’s how the job details align with your profile.
Job type
Permanent
Full-time
Shift and schedule
Flextime
Monday to Friday
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Flextime
Dental care
Full job description
Financial Specialist
Corporate Services Department | Permanent Full-Time Position | Monday - Friday| 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
The Opportunity
The Financial Specialist is a key member of the Corporate Services team and is responsible for supporting intermediate accounting and payroll functions across Lacombe County and partner organizations.
Reporting to the Manager of Finance, the Financial Specialist provides technical accounting support, including financial reconciliations, accounts receivable administration, and full-cycle payroll processing for partner organizations. The role collaborates with internal teams to support financial reporting, audit requirements, and the continuous improvement of financial processes.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Financial Operations
Monitor and manage accounts receivable, including collections, interest calculations and reporting.
Reconcile sub-ledgers (e.g., security deposits, inventory) to the general ledger and investigate discrepancies.
Prepare and process monthly journal entries, including purchasing card transactions and suspense account clearing.
Assist in month-end and year-end processes, including audit preparation and reporting requirements.
Support grant payment processing and ensure expenditures align with approved budgets.
Administer the Community Aggregate Levy, including collections, reconciliations, and reporting.
Support inventory accounting processes, including reconciliations, tracking, and annual costs.
Payroll & Benefits Administration
Complete full-cycle payroll processing for partner organizations.
Assist with Lacombe County firefighter payroll processing.
Provide backup coverage for the Lacombe County Payroll Officer.
Coordination & Support
Assist with bank deposit preparation and general financial administration as required.
Provide support and guidance to staff using financial job costing systems.
Maintain a high level of accuracy, confidentiality and professionalism in all financial activities.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of financial processes, controls and systems.
Key Qualifications
Technical
Post-secondary diploma in accounting, finance, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience performing accounting duties, including reconciliations, reporting and payroll processing.
Knowledge of payroll legislation, statutory deductions and benefit administration.• Experience in a municipal or public-sector environment is considered an asset.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 (particularly Excel) and Windows-based accounting systems.
Strong understanding of financial controls, processes and accuracy requirements.
Core Competencies
Analytical & Detail -Oriented
Demonstrated ability to work with complex financial data and maintain a high level of accuracy.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Collaboration & Communication
Proven ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Effective communication skills, with the ability to explain financial information clearly and professionally.
Customer Service & Teamwork
Strong service-oriented approach, with a commitment to supporting internal clients and the public.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of the Corporate Services team.
Why Lacombe County?
Lacombe County is committed to maintaining a vibrant, healthy, safe, caring and inclusive work environment. We hire great people who are looking to contribute to our respectful workplace. We support a work-life balance and offer an excellent compensation package including:
A Pension for Life! This position participates in the Local Authorities Pension Plan, a defined benefit pension plan, where a monthly pension is paid to you for life upon retirement.
A comprehensive group health and dental plan plus an annual health/wellness spending account.
Annual vacation that increases with each year of employment plus participation in the flex time program.
