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Payroll Specialist
<p>Our client in Edmonton is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to manage complex payroll and benefits for a unionized workforce. This long-term contract role offers a collaborative environment and involvement in payroll system and process improvements.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process accurate, compliant payroll for unionized employees</li><li>Administer pensions and group benefits</li><li>Respond to payroll and benefits inquiries</li><li>Prepare T4s and support payroll provider transitions</li><li>Produce payroll, pension, and benefits reports using Excel</li><li>Address union-related payroll issues and grievances</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll records and support system improvements</li><li>Use payroll systems such as Ceridian, ADP Workforce Now, and Dayforce</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>5+ years of payroll experience, ideally in a unionized environment</li><li>Experience with Ceridian, ADP Workforce Now, and/or Dayforce</li><li>Strong knowledge of payroll, pensions, and group benefits</li><li>Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP)</li><li>Experience supporting union reporting and grievances</li><li>Strong communication skills and high attention to detail</li><li>Ability to manage change and payroll transitions effectively</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: 05110-0013366370</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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  • Edmonton, AB
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • - CAD / Hourly
  • <p>Our client in Edmonton is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to manage complex payroll and benefits for a unionized workforce. This long-term contract role offers a collaborative environment and involvement in payroll system and process improvements.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process accurate, compliant payroll for unionized employees</li><li>Administer pensions and group benefits</li><li>Respond to payroll and benefits inquiries</li><li>Prepare T4s and support payroll provider transitions</li><li>Produce payroll, pension, and benefits reports using Excel</li><li>Address union-related payroll issues and grievances</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll records and support system improvements</li><li>Use payroll systems such as Ceridian, ADP Workforce Now, and Dayforce</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-01-16T00:28:50Z

Payroll Specialist Job in Edmonton, AB | Robert Half