4 results for Payroll Clerk in Edmonton, AB

Payroll Accountant

Edmonton, AB
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Contract / Temporary
0 - 0 CAD / Yearly
Our client is looking for an experienced Payroll Accountant to join their team in Edmonton, Alberta. This role supports payroll accounting operations, financial reporting, and collaboration with internal teams and external service providers. The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail, sound judgement, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage complex payroll reconciliations in a hybrid work environment.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Monitor payroll accounting activities and ensure accurate payroll reporting in the general ledger.</li><li>Review payroll data from external providers, resolve discrepancies, and coordinate corrections.</li><li>Prepare payroll journal entries and reconcile payroll-related accounts.</li><li>Maintain accurate employee cost allocations across departments and cost centres.</li><li>Coordinate payroll remittances and ensure compliance with deadlines and regulations.</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close processes, reporting, and variance analysis.</li><li>Assist with audits, compliance reviews, and payroll documentation requests.</li><li>Collaborate with Finance, HR, and external providers to improve payroll processes and systems.</li></ul>
2026-05-29T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Edmonton, AB
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Contract / Temporary
0 - 0 CAD / Yearly
Our client is looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a finance team in Edmonton, Alberta on a 12–15 month contract basis. This fully in-office role is ideal for someone with strong payroll experience who can manage high-volume processing within a unionized environment while supporting payroll reporting, pensions, and employee inquiries. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process weekly and bi-weekly payroll for union and non-union employees</li><li>Manage payroll adjustments, deductions, vacation, and sick accruals</li><li>Respond to payroll-related inquiries and provide timely follow-up</li><li>Monitor shared payroll communications and escalate issues when required</li><li>Support year-end payroll activities including T4 processing</li><li>Maintain payroll records and assist with pension administration</li><li>Reconcile benefits reports and support payroll-related finance reporting</li><li>Assist with expense processing and related AP support tasks</li><li>Adapt payroll processes during operational or system changes </li></ul>
2026-05-28T00:00:00Z

Payroll Administrator

Edmonton, AB
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Permanent
70000 - 85000 CAD / Yearly
Payroll & Finance Specialist (15–18 Month Contract)Location: Edmonton, AB (On-site)Full Benefits + Vacation from Day 1Robert Half is partnering with a well-established, member-driven organization to recruit a Payroll & Finance Specialist for a 15–18 month contract. This is a unique opportunity to join a collaborative finance team supporting both a provincial office and a large network of affiliated organizations.About the OrganizationOur client operates with a centralized finance function supporting 169 independent units, each with its own funding structure. The finance team includes 2 Finance Officers and 8 team members, with strong tenured leadership and a focus on internal growth.WKey ResponsibilitiesPayroll (Approx. 70%)<ul><li>Process bi-weekly payroll (~100 staff) and weekly member payroll (50–800 individuals depending on cycle)</li><li>Manage unionized payroll across 2 collective agreements</li><li>Handle high-volume payroll inquiries from staff and members</li><li>Calculate and maintain sick leave accruals</li><li>Prepare T4s (~3,500 annually) and T2200 forms</li><li>Process weekly staff expenses</li><li>Review and manage timesheets submitted through DMS</li></ul>Accounting & Operations<ul><li>Support accounts payable (rent, expenses, disbursements)</li><li>Administer monthly funding allocations</li><li>Code and reconcile employee benefits</li><li>Assist with year-end processes (January–December)</li></ul>Systems & Tools<ul><li>Microsoft Dynamics GP (transitioning to Business Central)</li></ul> Must-Haves<ul><li>PCP designation (Payroll Compliance Practitioner)</li><li>Experience working in a unionized environment</li><li>Strong experience with pension administration</li><li>Proven ability to handle high-volume payroll processing</li></ul>
2026-05-26T00:00:00Z

Payroll Lead

Edmonton, AB
onsite
Permanent
75000 - 85000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Lead to join a construction-focused organization in Edmonton, Alberta. This position will oversee end-to-end payroll processing while supporting key human resources functions. This role requires a high level of accuracy, confidentiality and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Administer employee lifecycle transactions within the payroll system, including new hires, status changes, and terminations (inclusive of Record of Employment processing).</li><li>Manage full-cycle payroll on a bi-weekly and weekly basis, ensuring all payments (including expense reimbursements) are completed accurately and in compliance with applicable legislation and deadlines.</li><li>Partner with the HR team to support administration of employee benefits and company RRSP programs.</li><li>Act as a point of contact for project managers regarding payroll-related matters for their teams.</li><li>Maintain precise payroll records through detailed data entry and verification processes.</li><li>Prepare and process payments for external obligations, including union dues, benefit remittances, and garnishments.</li><li>Review and process company vehicle-related infractions and apply corresponding payroll deductions where required.</li><li>Generate payroll reports and summaries to support internal reporting needs.</li><li>Stay current on legislative updates, union agreements, and benefit changes, ensuring payroll systems are updated accordingly.</li><li>Maintain organized employee records while ensuring strict confidentiality of sensitive information.</li><li>Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies through thorough analysis and collaboration.</li><li>Reconcile payroll outputs with government filings and benefit provider records, ensuring accuracy and compliance.</li><li>Support year-end activities, including reconciliation and preparation of T4s.</li><li>Assist in aligning payroll records with general ledger accounts and resolving variances.</li><li>Respond to inquiries from internal stakeholders, government agencies, and third-party providers.</li><li>Ensure compliance with payroll tax remittances and reporting requirements.</li><li>Contribute to process improvements and best practices that enhance payroll efficiency and accuracy.</li></ul>
2026-05-22T00:00:00Z