13 results for Payroll Accountant in Calgary, AB

Payroll Specialist

Calgary, AB
onsite
Permanent
0 - 0 CAD / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a client to identify a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist. This role is ideal for a payroll professional who enjoys working in a deadline-driven environment and takes pride in accuracy, compliance, and providing excellent internal support. Key Responsibilities: <ul><li>Administer payroll for employees working across multiple provinces, ensuring compliance with varying provincial requirements and employment standards</li><li>Process payroll within a unionized environment, including application of collective agreement provisions where applicable</li><li>Review timesheets, earnings, deductions, garnishments, and tax withholdings for accuracy</li><li>Maintain employee payroll records and update information as needed</li><li>Assist with payroll reconciliations, reporting, and year-end payroll activities</li><li>Manage payroll-related benefit administration, including enrollments, deductions, and updates</li><li>Calculate and validate commissions, retirement contributions, pension deductions, garnishments, and workers’ compensation remittances</li><li>Support audits and provide payroll documentation when requested</li></ul>
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Calgary, AB
onsite
Temporary
0 - 0 CAD / Yearly
Our client is looking for a Payroll Specialist to join their team in High River, Alberta on a contract basis. This role is ideal for an experienced payroll professional who can independently manage full-cycle payroll while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and confidentiality. The successful candidate will support payroll, benefits, and HR processes for a workforce of approximately 250 employees. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process end-to-end bi-weekly payroll for approximately 250 employees.</li><li>Review payroll data, process adjustments, and resolve payroll discrepancies.</li><li>Manage payroll remittances, year-end reporting, deductions, and T4 preparation.</li><li>Administer employee benefits and pension updates in partnership with HR.</li><li>Process new hires, terminations, and other employee lifecycle payroll transactions.</li><li>Support payroll journal entries, coding, and general ledger postings.</li><li>Assist HR with payroll-related inquiries and issue resolution.</li><li>Troubleshoot Ceridian Dayforce payroll issues and support system improvements. </li></ul>
2026-07-22T00:00:00Z

Property Accountant

Calgary, AB
onsite
Permanent
0 - 0 CAD / Yearly
Robert Half is seeking a Property Accountant on behalf of our client, a reputable and growing real estate organization. This role is ideal for an accounting professional with experience managing financial reporting and month-end close. Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for assigned properties</li><li>Complete month-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations</li><li>Review and analyze general ledger activity and investigate variances</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts, tenant ledgers, and balance sheet accounts</li><li>Coordinate with property managers to develop budgets, forecasts, and operating expense analyses</li><li>Assist with year-end audit support and tax preparation documentation</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal accounting policies and relevant reporting standards</li><li>Support ad hoc financial reporting and special projects as needed</li></ul>
2026-07-21T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Calgary, AB
onsite
Temporary
0 - 0 CAD / Yearly
THE ROLE:Our client is seeking a hands-on Sr. Accountant to support a growing private company with and multiple legal entities. Reporting to the VP Finance, this individual will take ownership of the accounting function while providing mentorship to a small accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong accounting professional who enjoys working in a dynamic SME environment, improving processes, and driving operational efficiencies.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Lead and manage the month-end close process across multiple legal entities, achieving targeted close timelines (BD3-BD5)</li><li>Prepare accurate financial statements, working papers, reconciliations, and supporting schedules</li><li>Manage intercompany transactions, reconciliations, and consolidated multi-entity financial reporting</li><li>Oversee compliance with GST/HST, provincial tax filings, and audit requirements</li><li>Act as the primary liaison for external auditors and coordinate year-end audit activities</li><li>Support the administration and ongoing optimization of Sage 50 and Excel-based consolidation models</li><li>Provide guidance and mentorship to accounting team members, including AP, AR, and payroll functions</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements to strengthen controls, reporting, and efficiency</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with ASPE (Accounting Standards for Private Enterprises)</li></ul>ABOUT YOU:You are a motivated and detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys taking ownership and delivering results. You bring a practical, hands-on approach to leadership and are comfortable balancing day-to-day accounting responsibilities with strategic process improvements. You are known for your integrity, work ethic, and ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Whether you're resolving complex accounting issues, mentoring team members, or streamlining processes, you bring a collaborative mindset and a commitment to continuous improvement. An authentic leadership style, accountability, and strong organizational skills allow you to confidently lead through influence while fostering a positive team environment. WHAT'S ON OFFER?This contract opportunity offers the chance to join a growing organization where your expertise will have a direct impact on financial operations and business performance. You'll work closely with senior leadership, contribute to process improvement initiatives, and help shape the future of the accounting function. In return, you'll receive a competitive hourly wage, exposure to a complex multi-entity environment, and the opportunity to further develop your leadership and technical accounting skills while adding valuable experience to your professional portfolio. If this sounds like the perfect contract role for you, we encourage you to apply today!
2026-07-28T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Calgary, AB
onsite
Temporary
0 - 0 CAD / Yearly
THE ROLE:Our growing Canadian organization is seeking an experienced accounting professional to support a fast-moving investment and business lending environment. This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in financial restructuring, tax compliance, investor reporting, and ongoing accounting operations.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Lead the preparation and maintenance of accurate profit and loss reporting, including detailed analysis of revenues, costs, margins, and overall financial performance</li><li>Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports</li><li>Oversee and execute month-end close activities, ensuring timely and accurate reporting</li><li>Review and reconcile merchant cash advance (MCA) transactions, including commissions, settlements, collections, and related deductions</li><li>Prepare and submit indirect tax filings, including GST/PST returns, while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations</li><li>Coordinate communications and information requests with federal and provincial tax authorities</li><li>Partner with external accounting firms and investor representatives to support reporting, compliance, and financial disclosure requirements</li><li>Assist with year-end reporting activities, audit preparation, and supporting documentation</li><li>Review investor agreements, finder fee arrangements, and other financial contracts, identifying potential accounting or financial reporting implications</li><li>Contribute to process improvements and help strengthen internal accounting practices within a fast-paced and evolving environment</li></ul>ABOUT YOU:You are a confident and proactive accounting professional who thrives in a dynamic business setting. You enjoy rolling up your sleeves, asking insightful questions, and gaining a deep understanding of the business you support. Comfortable working with direct and engaged leadership, you bring strong judgment, accountability, and a solutions-focused mindset. You are not afraid to challenge assumptions, take ownership of your work, and build trusted relationships with stakeholders across the organization. WHAT'S ON OFFER:This contract opportunity offers the chance to join a growing Canadian organization where your expertise will have a direct impact on financial operations and strategic decision-making. You'll gain exposure to a unique investment and lending environment while working alongside experienced professionals and key decision-makers. In return, our client offers a competitive hourly wage, the opportunity to expand your industry expertise, and valuable experience that will further strengthen your professional profile and long-term career growth. Apply today and leverage your expertise in a role where your contributions will be highly visible, valued, and influential.
2026-07-29T00:00:00Z

Junior Accountant

Calgary, AB
onsite
Permanent
0 - 0 CAD / Yearly
Robert Half is partnering with a client to hire a Junior Accountant who is ready to build a strong foundation in corporate accounting and finance. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional seeking hands-on experience in day-to-day accounting operations. Responsibilities<ul><li>Assist with preparing journal entries and maintaining general ledger accounts</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Reconcile bank statements, balance sheet accounts, and other financial records</li><li>Help process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions</li><li>Review financial data for accuracy and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and supporting documentation for audits and internal reviews</li><li>Maintain organized accounting files and records</li><li>Assist with expense tracking, accruals, and account analysis</li><li>Support the accounting team with special projects and ad hoc reporting as needed</li></ul>
2026-07-23T00:00:00Z

Commercial Property Accountant

Calgary, AB
onsite
Temporary
0 - 0 CAD / Yearly
We are looking to connect with experienced Commercial Property Accountants for potential upcoming opportunities with our clients in Calgary, Alberta. These roles are ideal for accounting professionals with commercial real estate experience who enjoy partnering with operations teams, supporting financial reporting, and managing the day-to-day accounting for commercial property portfolios.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage full-cycle accounting for a portfolio of commercial properties.</li><li>Prepare monthly financial statements, journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end reporting.</li><li>Administer CAM and operating cost recoveries in accordance with lease terms, including tenant billings, reconciliations, payment tracking, and responding to tenant inquiries.</li><li>Partner with Operations to provide financial analysis, review property performance, and support budgeting and forecasting activities.</li><li>Prepare annual rental notices and assist with budget preparation and review.</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal accounting policies, controls, and reporting standards.</li><li>Support external audit requests and maintain accurate financial records using Yardi.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and operational efficiencies.</li></ul>
2026-07-14T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Calgary, AB
onsite
Permanent
0 - 0 CAD / Yearly
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. Key Responsibilities <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>
2026-07-10T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Clerk

Calgary, AB
remote
Temporary
0 - 0 CAD / Yearly
Our client is looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to support invoicing and receivables activities for an e-business organization in Calgary, Alberta. This long-term contract opportunity is well suited to someone with hands-on experience in high-volume billing, electronic invoicing, and accounts receivable operations. The successful candidate will help maintain accurate billing records, validate customer documentation, and support collections and cash application processes. Responsibilities:• Prepare and issue a high volume of customer invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regional tax requirements.• Review customer purchase documentation and verify tax identification details prior to billing.• Manage electronic invoicing activities, including submissions to tax authorities and resolution of billing exceptions.• Process credit notes and apply cash receipts accurately to customer accounts.• Support collections by following up on outstanding balances and resolving account discrepancies.• Perform data clean-up to maintain accurate customer and billing records.• Follow established procedures to complete AR tasks consistently and efficiently.• Support internal stakeholders with testing and invoicing-related activities as required.
2026-07-27T00:00:00Z

Stand Alone Payroll Specialist

Calgary, AB
onsite
Permanent
0 - 0 CAD / Yearly
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. Key Responsibilities <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>
2026-07-10T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Analyst

Calgary, AB
onsite
Temporary
0 - 0 CAD / Yearly
Our client is looking for an Accounts Receivable Analyst to join their team in Calgary, Alberta on a long-term contract basis. This role is ideal for someone with strong reconciliation and analytical skills who enjoys improving processes, supporting financial reporting, and maintaining accurate customer accounts within a fast-paced Oil & Gas Services environment. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Review accounts receivable processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.</li><li>Support the development and maintenance of accounts receivable procedures and best practices.</li><li>Lead assigned process improvement initiatives related to retail accounts receivable and settlements.</li><li>Reconcile customer accounts and investigate discrepancies to maintain accurate financial records.</li><li>Prepare weekly aging reports and provide commentary on outstanding balances.</li><li>Assist with month-end close, financial reporting, and monthly account analysis.</li><li>Upload recurring customer charges and support timely billing activities.</li><li>Complete daily settlement and reconciliation activities for retailer and dealer accounts.</li><li>Prepare settlement reports, process customer refunds, and apply promotional credits as required.</li><li>Respond to customer and internal inquiries while working closely with Operations to resolve account issues.</li></ul>
2026-07-27T00:00:00Z

Senior Financial Analyst, Corporate Accounting

Calgary, AB
onsite
Temporary
0 - 0 CAD / Yearly
THE ROLE:Reporting into senior finance leadership, you will play a key role in the preparation of corporate financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and consolidated financial analysis across multiple business units and legal entities. You will help deliver meaningful insights to executive leadership, support process improvements, and contribute to ongoing systems enhancements initiatives.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packages for internal and external stakeholders</li><li>Support consolidated financial reporting across multiple divisions and legal entities, leveraging both ERP systems and advanced Excel tools</li><li>Develop executive-level reporting, including variance analysis, trend analysis, and key business performance insights</li><li>Assist with annual financial statement preparation, note disclosures, and year-end reporting requirements</li><li>Lead budgeting activities and support quarterly rolling forecasts</li><li>Provide financial analysis related to operational performance, key metrics, patronage, equity, and business trends</li><li>Mentor and support a team of financial analysts while providing day-to-day leadership and guidance</li><li>Identify opportunities to strengthen processes, internal controls, and reporting efficiencies</li><li>Participate in systems improvement initiatives, including ERP and reporting enhancements</li><li>Respond to ad hoc financial requests and special projects in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities</li></ul>ABOUT YOU:You are a collaborative and resourceful finance professional who enjoys taking ownership and driving results. Comfortable working independently, you thrive in changing environments and can adapt quickly as business priorities evolve. You bring both strong technical accounting capabilities and a practical, hands-on approach to solving problems. You are equally comfortable preparing complex financial analyses, supporting executive reporting requirements, and mentoring junior team members. Your ability to balance strategic thinking with detailed execution allows you to meet tight deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy. WHAT'S ON OFFER:This contract opportunity offers a competitive hourly wage and the chance to work within a collaborative, highly supportive culture that values initiative, learning, and continuous improvement. You'll be joining an organization experiencing significant growth and evolution, providing exposure to complex financial operations, business transformation initiatives, acquisitions, and systems modernization. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional seeking meaningful work, leadership exposure, and the ability to make a tangible impact while expanding their technical and analytical expertise. Apply today and leverage your expertise in a role where your contributions will be highly visible, valued, and influential.
2026-07-28T00:00:00Z

Project Accounting Lead

Calgary, AB
onsite
Permanent
0 - 0 CAD / Yearly
Robert Half is seeking a Project Accounting Lead on behalf of our client. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with both finance and operational leaders to strengthen processes, maintain compliance, and provide insight that supports business decisions. Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Lead project accounting activities, including revenue recognition, job cost tracking, invoicing, and project closeout</li><li>Monitor project budgets, forecasts, and financial performance to identify risks and opportunities</li><li>Partner with project managers and business leaders to review contract terms, billing schedules, and cost allocations</li><li>Prepare and analyze project financial reports for leadership review</li><li>Ensure accurate month-end and year-end close processes related to project accounting</li><li>Review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation</li><li>Maintain compliance with company policies, client contract requirements, and applicable accounting standards</li><li>Recommend and implement process improvements to strengthen reporting accuracy and operational efficiency</li><li>Provide guidance and oversight to project accounting staff, as applicable</li></ul>
2026-07-22T00:00:00Z