Overview
Rate: $35 CAD per hour
Pay or shift range: $27 CAD to $40 CAD. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.
This role is for a Payroll Specialist (contract), non-exempt.
Responsibilities
- Support recurring payroll cycles and ensure payroll information is complete, accurate, documented, and processed on time
- Process recurring payroll inputs, adjustments, and supporting documentation
- Review payroll files and adjustment records for accuracy and completeness
- Support payroll cycle activities, validations, close processes, and deadlines
- Partner with HRIS, Workforce Management, Time Services, Payroll Tax, Finance, and HR to resolve payroll issues
- Support approved corrections, adjustments, and off-cycle payments
- Maintain accurate payroll records, notes, and documentation
- Assist with reconciliations, audits, and standard control processes
- Identify incomplete information, recurring issues, and opportunities to strengthen consistency
- Ensure employees are paid accurately and payroll commitments are met
- Take ownership of assigned activities and contribute to continuous improvement
Requirements
- 4–6 years of payroll experience
- Associate degree or equivalent required; Bachelor’s preferred
- Experience with HRIS or payroll platforms
- Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
- Experience supporting payroll processes, reconciliations, audits, documentation, or process improvement
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy
- Strong communication skills and cross-functional partnership
- High discretion and professionalism with sensitive information
Preferred Qualifications
- Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP)
Compensation & Benefits
- Rate: $35 CAD per hour
- Pay or shift range: $27 CAD to $40 CAD
Location
This role operates in a professional office and/or remote environment, with occasional exposure to manufacturing locations.
Additional Details
- Position: Payroll Specialist
- Department: Human Resources
- Reports to: Supervisor - Payroll
- FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
- Job Category: Human Resources Full-Time