<p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Accounting & Financial Management</strong></p><ul><li>Complete full-cycle accounting for multiple companies, including month-end close, accruals, prepaids, COGS, inventory, and full balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Prepare monthly financial statements, budget variance analysis, and departmental financial reporting.</li><li>Review and enter daily sales; verify cash deposits and reconcile against Cash Audit team reports.</li><li>Manage full accounts payable cycle: invoice entry, approvals, payments, vendor pricing, and team training.</li><li>Oversee accounts receivable including intercompany billing, posting, collections, and payment matching.</li><li>Conduct labor, cost of sales, revenue center, and departmental analysis for management.</li><li>Support budgeting, financial forecasting, and performance monitoring.</li><li>Prepare and submit GST, Non-Resident Tax, government labor programs, and Tourism Levy filings.</li><li>Process bi-weekly payroll for 150–200 employees, including T4s and ROEs.</li><li>Administer group benefits and RRSP programs.</li><li>Act as the payroll software super-user; provide setup and system support to managers and employees.</li><li>Maintain accurate, confidential employee records and HR documentation.</li><li>Manage job postings, applicant tracking, and new hire onboarding documentation.</li><li>Ensure compliance with Alberta Employment Standards and oversee WCB claims and return-to-work programs.</li><li>Oversee VLT and CDU cash management processes and support Cash Audit team operations.</li><li>Manage departmental cash floats, petty cash, and ATM reconciliations.</li><li>Ensure compliance with cash-handling security protocols and financial safeguarding measures.</li><li>Collaborate with the Controller on development and rollout of new accounting policies and procedures.</li><li>Implement and support risk management procedures and training.</li><li>Ensure compliance with Health & Safety program requirements.</li><li>Uphold privacy, confidentiality, and internal policy standards.</li><li>Supervise and schedule the Intermediate Accountant, AR team, and Cash Audit staff.</li><li>Support labor management and staffing efficiency.</li><li>Lead monthly team meetings and maintain clear, consistent departmental communication.</li><li>Conduct performance reviews and assist with compensation planning.</li><li>Implement process improvements across accounting and administrative functions.</li><li>Collaborate with hotel leadership and head office teams to align operations with business goals.</li></ul>
<p>Robert Half is recruiting a Payroll Specialist on behalf of an industry leader. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established payroll team supporting a large, multi‑provincial Canadian workforce. This position is based in the Greater Edmonton, Alberta area.</p><p><br></p><p>The Payroll Specialist will support end‑to‑end payroll processing and act as a key point of contact for employee payroll and benefits inquiries. The role reports directly to the Payroll Manager and works alongside a collaborative and growing payroll team.</p><p><br></p><p>This position is ideal for a payroll professional with a strong understanding of payroll fundamentals, solid technical skills, and exceptional attention to detail, who is comfortable working with field-based employees in a fast‑paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Payroll Processing</strong></p><ul><li>Process weekly, multi‑provincial Canadian payroll</li><li>Ensure payroll is completed accurately and on time using </li><li>Review, validate, and troubleshoot electronic timesheets</li><li>Support payroll job costing requirements</li><li>Assist with payroll reconciliations and balancing</li><li>Ensure compliance with provincial payroll legislation</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits Administration & Reconciliations</strong></p><ul><li>Complete regular benefits reconciliations</li><li>Respond to frequent employee inquiries related to benefits coverage and deductions</li><li>Support benefit enrollments, changes, and terminations</li><li>Liaise with internal teams and benefits providers as required</li></ul><p><strong>Employee Support & Inquiries</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as a primary contact for payroll- and benefits-related employee questions</li><li>Provide clear, professional, and timely responses to inquiries</li><li>Work closely with employees in operational and field-based roles</li></ul><p><strong>Systems & Process Support</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain accurate and up-to-date payroll records </li><li>Assist with payroll audits, reporting, and year-end activities</li><li>Identify discrepancies and escalate issues as appropriate</li><li>Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within payroll processes</li></ul>
