<p>Our client is looking for a <strong>Payroll Administrator</strong> to support payroll operations for a large university in Calgary, Alberta on a Long-term Contract basis. This role will focus on high-volume bi-weekly payroll processing for unionized and non-unionized employees and is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process and maintain payroll transactions for unionized and non-unionized employee groups.</li><li>Enter and validate payroll data to support accurate bi-weekly processing for a large workforce.</li><li>Review timesheets, earnings, deductions, and benefits information before payroll deadlines.</li><li>Identify and resolve payroll discrepancies with internal teams.</li><li>Use Excel, including lookups and pivot tables, to organize and reconcile payroll data.</li><li>Assist with benefits and payroll administration while following established procedures and collective agreement requirements.</li><li>Work closely with the payroll team to meet deadlines and maintain accurate records.</li><li>Identify data issues and escalate exceptions requiring further review.</li></ul><p><br></p>

<p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>3–5 years of payroll administration experience in a high-volume environment.</li><li>Experience processing payroll for both unionized and non-unionized employee groups.</li><li>Strong knowledge of timesheet review, earnings and deductions, and benefits-related payroll activities.</li><li>Proficiency with Excel, including pivot tables and lookup functions.</li><li>Experience with PeopleSoft is an asset.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling large volumes of payroll data.</li><li>Ability to work collaboratively while managing deadlines in a fast-paced, transaction-focused environment.</li></ul><p><strong>How to Apply:</strong> </p><p>  </p><p>To be considered for this contract role, click the “Apply Now!” link or by using the Robert Half mobile app. Download it on the App Store or get it on Google Play today! </p><p>  </p><p>Reference Number:  05000-0013488306</p><p>  </p><p>Robert Half would like to thank all applicants for their expressed interest however, only those candidates identified for interview will be contacted. </p>

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