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<p>On behalf of our client, Robert Half is seeking a Payroll Administrator in Edmonton, AB. This on-site position is within the machinery manufacturing sector and focuses on supporting payroll and benefits processes for both Canadian and U.S. employees. The role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and a commitment to continuous learning in payroll practices.</p>
<strong>Job Responsibilities</strong>
<ul><li>Maintain up-to-date and confidential employee payroll data within designated systems.</li><li>Respond to payroll-related inquiries with discretion and accuracy.</li><li>Reconcile payroll deductions and prepare reports for management review.</li><li>Collaborate with the payroll team to ensure smooth departmental operations.</li><li>Support payroll and benefits processing for employees across Canada and the United States.</li><li>Assist with the implementation of payroll best practices and compliance standards.</li><li>Contribute to process improvements by identifying and addressing inefficiencies.</li><li>Engage in ongoing learning to expand knowledge of payroll legislation and industry standards.</li></ul>
<strong>Job Requirements</strong>
<ul><li>Minimum of three years of experience in a payroll role.</li><li>Progress toward a Canadian or American payroll designation is considered an asset.</li><li>Exposure to both Canadian and U.S. payroll practices is preferred.</li><li>Familiarity with bookkeeping or accounting principles is beneficial.</li><li>Demonstrated diligence and strong data entry capabilities.</li><li>Ability to handle sensitive information with a high level of discretion.</li><li>Effective communicator with internal teams and external partners.</li><li>Moderate proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.</li></ul>
Is this position WFH (Remote), hybrid or in-office?:
Is background check required? :
Start date (Ideal & Latest): September 7, 2026
How long for IT/approvals?:
Duration: 3 months
CTP:
Hours:
○ 8:30am - 4:30pm (with 1 hr unpaid lunch)
Job Duties/Responsibilities:
○ Full cycle AP - 3 way matching
○ Weekly invoice run- average volume
○ EFT payment and cheque runs
○ Journal entries
○ Invoice reconciliation
○ Perform detailed AP-to-General Ledger (GL) reconciliations and identifying discrepancies.
○ Assist with year-end reconciliation and reporting, including reviewing AP balances
○ Maintain accurate and organized AP records and ensure transactions are properly coded and recorded in the accounting system.
○ Work collaboratively with internal teams and vendors to resolve invoice and payment-related issues.
○ Support other accounting and administrative tasks as required.
○ Would like someone who is adaptable and flexible
○ Experience with working with Non-profit organizations - nice to have
○ indigenous work experience- nice to have
Top Must Have’s for the role:
○ Knowlegeable with AP
○ Team player
○ Attention to detail
Software:
○ Sage Intacct
Excel needed? (Advanced-Pivot tables, V-lookup?):
○ Intermediate
Experience:
○ 3 yrs
Education/Certifications:
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Environment:
Personality fit/Culture:
# of ppl in office:
Training provided: Minimal training
Desk/Office setup: Business Casual
Dress Code:
Parking: Yes
Transit accessible: Yes
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Next Steps:
EVP (Employee Value Proposition) *Desk must ask*:
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Annual Salary:
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Quote Bill rate:
○ Up $48
50% Administrative Assistant,Answering Inbound Calls,Customer Service,Data Entry,Email Correspondence,Inbound
50% General Accounting support around bookeeping, account reconciliation
using sage 50 and quickbooks, must have exposure to these accounting tools with 1-3 years of experience
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