<p>On behalf of our client, Robert Half is seeking a Payroll Specialist based in Edmonton, AB. This opportunity is structured as a remote contract position. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting payroll processes during a critical year-end period.</p><ul><li><strong>Job Responsibilities</strong>Perform year-end payroll balancing using ADP systems.</li><li>Verify and reconcile opening balances brought over from Sage 300 to ADP.</li><li>Coordinate the issuance of T4s for employees across multiple companies.</li><li>Identify and address discrepancies in payroll data and ensure accuracy for employees, including those with CPP exemptions.</li><li>Oversee bi-weekly payroll cycles and ensure all year-end tasks are completed ahead of the final payroll run.</li><li>Generate and review general ledger reports through ADP.</li><li>Compare balances and installments within ADP to maintain compliance and accuracy.</li><li>Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot and resolve payroll issues independently.</li><li>Support a collaborative team environment by sharing knowledge and assisting colleagues as needed.</li><li><strong>Job Requirements</strong>Minimum of 8 years of experience in payroll, with a focus on year-end processes.</li><li>Advanced proficiency with ADP and Sage 300 payroll systems.</li><li>Demonstrated experience in year-end payroll balancing and T4 preparation.</li><li>Strong analytical and critical thinking skills for troubleshooting payroll issues.</li><li>Ability to work independently and efficiently in a remote setting.</li><li>Familiarity with payroll for organizations with multiple entities and varying employee counts.</li><li>Experience handling payroll for employees with CPP exemptions is an asset.</li><li>Proficient in generating and interpreting general ledger reports from payroll systems.</li></ul>

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