Our client is looking for a Payroll Administrator to join a busy team supporting payroll operations for a large Oil & Gas workforce in Calgary, Alberta on a long-term contract basis. This role is well suited to someone with hands-on payroll experience who can manage high-volume employee transactions accurately in a fast-paced environment. The position will focus on hourly payroll, onboarding, benefits administration, employee record maintenance, and supporting payroll requirements for employees with varied schedules and compensation arrangements.

Responsibilities:

• Process high-volume payroll transactions, including hourly pay, overtime, allowances, shift premiums, and rotational schedules.
• Complete payroll onboarding activities, including employee setup and review of offer and compensation details.
• Maintain employee records and process compensation, status, and hourly pay changes accurately.
• Coordinate benefits enrolment and submit required documentation within established timelines.
• Apply contract pay rules and field compensation programs accurately.
• Work with field managers to resolve timesheet discrepancies and meet payroll cut-off deadlines.
• Validate payroll inputs, review exceptions, and support recurring payroll cycles.
• Assist with T4 preparation, payroll reporting, and year-end activities.
• Generate and review payroll reports to identify discrepancies and support audit requirements.
• Support employee maintenance and payroll transactions within systems such as UKG Pro and Workday.

Requirements:

• 2–3 years of hands-on payroll experience in a high-volume environment.
• Strong knowledge of payroll processing for hourly and salaried employees, including overtime and premiums.
• Experience supporting varying schedules, field-based pay, or other complex compensation structures.
• Familiarity with benefits administration and maintaining payroll-related employee records.
• Proficiency with UKG Pro and Workday; Crystal Reports experience is an asset.
• Strong attention to detail, confidentiality, and accuracy when handling sensitive payroll information.
• Effective communication skills with managers and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict payroll deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

How to Apply: 

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Reference Number:  05000-0013498430

Robert Half would like to thank all applicants for their expressed interest however, only those candidates identified for interview will be contacted. 

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