Robert Half is recruiting a Payroll Specialist on behalf of an industry leader. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established payroll team supporting a large, multi‑provincial Canadian workforce. This position is based in the Greater Edmonton, Alberta area.

The Payroll Specialist will support end‑to‑end payroll processing and act as a key point of contact for employee payroll and benefits inquiries. The role reports directly to the Payroll Manager and works alongside a collaborative and growing payroll team.

This position is ideal for a payroll professional with a strong understanding of payroll fundamentals, solid technical skills, and exceptional attention to detail, who is comfortable working with field-based employees in a fast‑paced environment.

Payroll Processing

• Process weekly, multi‑provincial Canadian payroll
• Ensure payroll is completed accurately and on time using
• Review, validate, and troubleshoot electronic timesheets
• Support payroll job costing requirements
• Assist with payroll reconciliations and balancing
• Ensure compliance with provincial payroll legislation

Benefits Administration & Reconciliations

• Complete regular benefits reconciliations
• Respond to frequent employee inquiries related to benefits coverage and deductions
• Support benefit enrollments, changes, and terminations
• Liaise with internal teams and benefits providers as required

Employee Support & Inquiries

• Serve as a primary contact for payroll- and benefits-related employee questions
• Provide clear, professional, and timely responses to inquiries
• Work closely with employees in operational and field-based roles

Systems & Process Support

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date payroll records
• Assist with payroll audits, reporting, and year-end activities
• Identify discrepancies and escalate issues as appropriate
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within payroll processes

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in payroll administration, preferably handling large employee groups.

• PCP or pursuing the certification is an asset although not required

• Proficiency with Ceridian Dayforce or similar automated payroll systems.

• Strong understanding of payroll compliance and regulations across multiple provinces.

• Experience managing union payroll processes is considered an asset.

• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to work with a high degree of accuracy.

• Effective communication skills to address employee inquiries and collaborate with team members.

• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines.

• Familiarity with benefits administration and reconciliation processes.

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