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11 results for Payroll Specialist in Calgary, AB

Payroll Specialist
  • Calgary, AB
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 0 - 0 CAD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client is looking for a <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> to join their transport organization in Sherwood Park, Alberta on a Long-term Contract basis. This in-office role is ideal for a detail-oriented payroll professional who can independently manage end-to-end payroll across multiple groups and entities while maintaining accuracy and compliance.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage end-to-end payroll processing for multiple payroll cycles across two related entities.</li><li>Process payroll for both hourly and salaried employees while meeting established deadlines.</li><li>Reconcile benefit deductions, employer contributions, and payroll-related month-end transactions.</li><li>Prepare and post payroll journal entries and support payroll-related financial reporting.</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll records and validate earnings, deductions, remittances, and statutory requirements.</li><li>Apply Canadian payroll legislation, including federally regulated requirements.</li><li>Use UKG Pro to process payroll, maintain employee information, and resolve discrepancies.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-08-20T00:00:00Z
Payroll Professional
  • Calgary, AB
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 0 - 0 CAD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Professional to join their team. This role is responsible for administering full-cycle Canadian payroll, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while maintaining compliance with applicable legislation, regulations, and company policies.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Manage full-cycle Canadian payroll for hourly and salaried employees, including variable compensation components.</li><li>Process semi-monthly payroll accurately and within established timelines.</li><li>Review payroll data, conduct audits, investigate discrepancies, and resolve payroll-related inquiries.</li><li>Maintain employee payroll records and data within the organization&#39;s HRIS/payroll platform.</li><li>Administer employee earnings, deductions, benefits, and other payroll adjustments.</li><li>Prepare and submit payroll-related reporting, reconciliations, and statutory remittances.</li><li>Support year-end payroll activities, including T4 preparation, Records of Employment (ROEs), and related reconciliations.</li><li>Partner with Finance to complete payroll account reconciliations, journal entries, and audit requirements.</li><li>Generate recurring and ad hoc payroll reports for management and business stakeholders.</li><li>Assist with the administration of disability payments, salary continuance programs, workers&#39; compensation claims, and related payroll transactions.</li><li>Ensure payroll practices remain compliant with federal and provincial legislation, tax regulations, and internal policies.</li><li>Maintain and update payroll procedures and documentation to support consistency and compliance.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, enhance efficiencies, and contribute to best-practice initiatives.</li><li>Handle confidential employee information with a high degree of professionalism and discretion.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-08-18T00:00:00Z
Payroll Clerk
  • Calgary, AB
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 0 - 0 CAD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client is looking for a<strong> Payroll Clerk</strong> to support payroll administration for a utilities and infrastructure operation in <strong>Calgary</strong>, Alberta. This long-term contract opportunity is well suited to someone with solid payroll experience who can manage accurate and timely bi-weekly processing for a mixed workforce of hourly, piece-rate, and salaried employees. The successful candidate will be comfortable working independently in a cloud-based payroll environment, maintaining confidential employee records, and providing clear and responsive support to both field and office employees.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process bi-weekly payroll for approximately 130 hourly, piece-rate, and salaried employees.</li><li>Maintain accurate employee payroll records and updates within Rippling.</li><li>Review time and pay information to ensure earnings, overtime, vacation, sick pay, and other adjustments are processed accurately.</li><li>Process employee updates, including benefit eligibility following probation and related system changes.</li><li>Respond to payroll inquiries from employees and provide clear support to both field and office teams.</li><li>Maintain payroll documentation and assist with T4 administration, year-end activities, and payroll reporting.</li><li>Apply union payroll rules and ensure calculations comply with applicable employment standards and overtime requirements.</li><li>Support ongoing payroll administration, system updates, and process improvements as required.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-08-25T00:00:00Z
Stand Alone Payroll Specialist
  • Calgary, AB
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 0 - 0 CAD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is partnering with a client in search of a Stand Alone Payroll Specialist to oversee end-to-end payroll operations for their organization. This role is ideal for a payroll professional who is confident managing the full payroll cycle independently, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and confidentiality at every stage. </p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Process full-cycle payroll for employees across multiple provinces accurately and on schedule</li><li>Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with federal, provincial, and local regulations</li><li>Handle payroll tax filings, wage garnishments, benefits deductions, and direct deposit setup</li><li>Reconcile payroll registers, general ledger accounts, and payroll-related reports</li><li>Administer new hire, termination, and employee status change entries in the payroll system</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, taxes, and timekeeping</li><li>Partner with Human Resources and accounting teams to ensure payroll data integrity</li><li>Prepare payroll reports for management, audits, and internal review</li><li>Support year-end payroll activities, including T4 processing and related reconciliations</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve payroll procedures and internal controls</li></ul>
  • 2026-08-24T00:00:00Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Calgary, AB
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 0 - 0 CAD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client is looking for a <strong>Payroll Administrator</strong> to support payroll operations for a large university in Calgary, Alberta on a Long-term Contract basis. This role will focus on high-volume bi-weekly payroll processing for unionized and non-unionized employees and is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process and maintain payroll transactions for unionized and non-unionized employee groups.</li><li>Enter and validate payroll data to support accurate bi-weekly processing for a large workforce.</li><li>Review timesheets, earnings, deductions, and benefits information before payroll deadlines.</li><li>Identify and resolve payroll discrepancies with internal teams.</li><li>Use Excel, including lookups and pivot tables, to organize and reconcile payroll data.</li><li>Assist with benefits and payroll administration while following established procedures and collective agreement requirements.</li><li>Work closely with the payroll team to meet deadlines and maintain accurate records.</li><li>Identify data issues and escalate exceptions requiring further review.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-08-19T00:00:00Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Okotoks, AB
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 0 - 0 CAD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Administrator to join their team. The Payroll Administrator will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll for a large employee group, including unionized teachers, substitute teachers, certified staff, support staff, and salaried office employees.</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Process monthly payroll for large and diverse employee population.</li><li>Administer payroll in compliance with collective agreements, employment standards, payroll legislation, and organizational policies.</li><li>Calculate and process payroll earnings, benefits, union dues, statutory deductions, and other employee payroll transactions accurately and in compliance with applicable legislation.</li><li>Maintain employee payroll records and ensure data accuracy.</li><li>Prepare and process payroll adjustments, retroactive pay, salary grid updates, and other payroll-related transactions.</li><li>Complete payroll remittances and ensure compliance with applicable federal and provincial regulations.</li><li>Prepare annual payroll reporting, including T4s and year-end reconciliations.</li><li>Prepare payroll journal entries and post payroll transactions to the general ledger.</li><li>Reconcile payroll accounts and work closely with the Finance team to investigate and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries with professionalism and excellent customer service.</li><li>Communicate regularly with employees, managers, Human Resources, Finance, and external agencies regarding payroll-related matters.</li><li>Support payroll audits and provide documentation as required.</li><li>Assist with payroll process improvements and special projects.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-08-20T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Calgary, AB
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 0 - 0 CAD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client is looking for an <strong>Accounts Payable Specialist</strong> to join a real estate and property organization in Calgary, Alberta on a Contract basis. This role is ideal for an experienced AP professional who can work independently in a complex environment and brings strong Yardi knowledge and sound judgment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage the full AP cycle from invoice receipt and review through payment processing.</li><li>Enter and process invoices in Yardi, ensuring supporting documentation is complete.</li><li>Apply accurate coding across development, corporate, and property-related invoices.</li><li>Process electronic payments and cheques as required.</li><li>Communicate with vendors to resolve invoice discrepancies and payment inquiries.</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and investigate outstanding balances.</li><li>Manually match invoices to work orders and supporting documentation.</li><li>Support Yardi payment setup, implementation, and related process improvements.</li><li>Prioritize invoices for active developments while maintaining accuracy across complex transactions.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-08-25T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Calgary, AB
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 0 - 0 CAD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is working with a respected client to find a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join their accounting team. This role is ideal for a professional with strong invoice processing, vendor management, and reconciliation experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to accuracy and efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Process high-volume vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner</li><li>Review invoices, purchase orders, and payment requests for proper approval and coding</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies promptly</li><li>Maintain accurate accounts payable records and supporting documentation</li><li>Respond to vendor inquiries and build positive working relationships</li><li>Assist with month-end close activities, including accruals and account reconciliations</li><li>Support audits by providing requested documentation and reports</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and accounting procedures</li></ul>
  • 2026-08-13T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Calgary, AB
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 0 - 0 CAD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is working with a client seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to support day-to-day invoice processing, vendor payments, account reconciliations, and AP reporting. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong organizational skills, a solid understanding of full-cycle accounts payable, and hands-on Yardi experience.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Process a high volume of invoices accurately and in a timely manner</li><li>Review invoices for proper coding, approvals, and supporting documentation</li><li>Prepare and process weekly check runs, EFT, and wire payments</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice or payment discrepancies</li><li>Maintain accurate AP records and ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies</li><li>Assist with month-end close activities, including accruals and account reconciliations</li><li>Communicate with vendors and internal teams regarding payment status and issue resolution</li><li>Support audit requests and ad hoc reporting as needed</li></ul>
  • 2026-08-24T00:00:00Z
Payroll Team Lead
  • Calgary, AB
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 0 - 0 CAD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client is seeking an experienced Team Lead, Payroll to oversee payroll operations, lead a dedicated payroll team, and ensure compliance with complex federal and provincial regulations. This role is ideal for a payroll professional who combines strong technical expertise with proven leadership capabilities and enjoys being both strategic and hands-on. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining accurate, compliant, and efficient payroll operations while supporting process improvements and mentoring team members.</p><p><br></p><p>Position Summary</p><p><br></p><p>As the Team Lead, Payroll, you will be responsible for leading payroll operations while actively participating in the end-to-end payroll process. You will provide guidance to a team of payroll professionals, serve as a subject matter expert on payroll legislation and compliance, and collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to ensure payroll is delivered accurately and efficiently. This position requires a strong understanding of Canadian payroll legislation, leadership experience, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Lead, coach, and mentor a team of payroll professionals, promoting a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Oversee and participate in the full end-to-end payroll process for multiple employee groups, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.</li><li>Monitor and maintain compliance with applicable payroll legislation, tax requirements, and reporting obligations across jurisdictions.</li><li>Partner with HR, Finance, IT, and other internal stakeholders to resolve payroll-related issues and enhance payroll processes.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, implement best practices, and leverage technology to improve operational efficiency.</li><li>Act as the escalation point for complex payroll inquiries and provide expert guidance as needed.</li><li>Support payroll audits, reconciliations, reporting requirements, and internal control processes.</li><li>Contribute to ongoing process improvement initiatives and payroll-related projects.</li></ul>
  • 2026-08-05T00:00:00Z
Accounting Analyst
  • Calgary, AB
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 0 - 0 CAD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client is looking for an <strong>Accounting Analyst</strong> to join a Long-term Contract opportunity in Calgary, Alberta within the Oil &amp; Gas Services sector. This role is ideal for someone with strong analytical skills, advanced Excel capabilities, and the ability to work with complex financial and operational data.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends, variances, and insights.</li><li>Extract, organize, and reconcile information from ERP and other systems.</li><li>Perform cost analysis and evaluate results against business expectations.</li><li>Build Excel-based reports using formulas, pivot tables, and lookup functions.</li><li>Investigate discrepancies between systems and communicate findings to stakeholders.</li><li>Support transaction reviews, AP activities, and payment-related processes as required.</li><li>Analyze commodity, logistics, and operational data where applicable.</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams to improve data quality, reporting, and financial analysis.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-08-21T00:00:00Z