<p>Our client is seeking a Payroll Specialist for a 12–15 month contract in Edmonton, Alberta. This fully in-office role requires strong payroll knowledge, including unionized payroll, accruals, benefits administration, and employee inquiries, with additional support for expenses and payables.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process weekly and bi-weekly payroll for unionized and non-union employees.</li><li>Maintain leave accruals and resolve payroll discrepancies.</li><li>Respond to payroll inquiries and manage the shared inbox.</li><li>Support pension, benefits, and payroll record administration.</li><li>Review employee expenses and assist with accounts payable.</li><li>Assist with year-end payroll activities, including T4s.</li><li>Use Great Plains Dynamics and other financial systems to support payroll operations.</li></ul><p><br></p>

<p><strong>Requirements</strong>:</p><ul><li>3–5 years of payroll experience in a high-volume environment.</li><li>Experience processing unionized payroll and interpreting collective agreements.</li><li>Knowledge of pension and benefits administration, payroll legislation, statutory deductions, and T4 reporting.</li><li>Proficiency with payroll and financial systems.</li><li>Strong communication, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Post-secondary education in payroll, accounting, finance, or a related field is an asset.</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:  05110-0013526016</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><p><br></p>

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