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9 results for Payroll Specialist in Markham, ON

Payroll Specialist
  • Toronto, ON
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 38 - 44 CAD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for two organizations in Toronto, Ontario. This contract opportunity has the potential to become permanent and is ideal for someone who can manage end-to-end payroll processing, maintain compliance, and contribute to a growing team environment. The successful candidate will work with payroll, benefits, and time data while helping ensure employees are paid accurately and on schedule.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process bi-weekly payroll for two entities, ensuring accurate pay calculations for both salaried and hourly employees.<br>• Review time and attendance records in Workday and validate payroll data before each payroll cycle is finalized.<br>• Reconcile payroll registers and confirm gross-to-net calculations to maintain accuracy across all payments.<br>• Prepare and transmit payroll-related files required for tax remittances and year-end reporting, including T4 documentation.<br>• Administer benefits-related payroll activities, including enrolments, deductions, and supporting documentation.<br>• Monitor payroll practices for compliance with applicable legislation, internal controls, and company policies across both organizations.<br>• Support manual payroll adjustments, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues affecting employee pay.<br>• Collaborate with HR and payroll stakeholders to assist with employee records and provide support in a growing business environment.
  • 2026-10-29T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • North York, ON
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 60000 - 65000 CAD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations in Ontario. This position plays an important role in administering employee pay, benefits processing, and payroll records while helping maintain compliance with applicable legislation and company policies. The ideal candidate brings strong experience with payroll systems and a practical understanding of Canadian payroll practices within a financial services environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process regular payroll cycles accurately and on schedule while reviewing employee earnings, deductions, and adjustments.<br>• Maintain payroll records and update employee information in payroll and accounting systems to ensure data integrity.<br>• Administer benefit-related payroll activities, including enrolments, deductions, and related reconciliations.<br>• Respond to payroll inquiries from employees and internal stakeholders with clear and timely support.<br>• Review payroll transactions for accuracy and address discrepancies, exceptions, or missing information before finalization.<br>• Support payroll compliance by applying current legislative requirements, remittance practices, and internal controls.<br>• Prepare payroll reports, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for finance and audit needs.<br>• Work with platforms such as ADP Workforce Now, Ceridian, and Payworks to manage payroll processing and related tasks.
  • 2026-11-02T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Etobicoke, ON
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 42.75 - 49.5 CAD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join an engineering organization in Etobicoke, Ontario on a Long-term Contract basis. This opportunity is well suited to a payroll specialist who values accuracy, service excellence, and strong compliance practices in a fast-paced technical environment. The role supports reliable payroll operations, employee data integrity, and reporting needs while contributing to a collaborative and growth-focused workplace.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process payroll accurately and on schedule while ensuring compliance with company policies, payroll legislation, and applicable collective agreement requirements.<br>• Review bi-weekly and monthly payroll submissions prepared by others, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues before finalization.<br>• Maintain employee payroll and benefits information across payroll and HR systems, ensuring records remain complete, current, and reliable.<br>• Prepare recurring payroll reports, reconciliations, and analysis to support internal stakeholders and operational decision-making.<br>• Administer deductions, taxable benefits, and related adjustments in line with statutory and organizational requirements.<br>• Respond to payroll-related inquiries from employees and business partners with clear, timely, and accurate support.<br>• Assist with payroll audits, remittances, and year-end activities to help ensure accurate reporting and regulatory compliance.<br>• Contribute to process improvements, documentation updates, and system-related payroll activities as needed.
  • 2026-10-27T00:00:00Z
Payroll Analyst
  • Toronto, ON
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 33 - 40 CAD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Analyst to support payroll processing within a services environment in Toronto, Ontario. This Long-term Contract opportunity is well suited to someone who can manage payroll activities accurately for a diverse employee population, including salaried, hourly, unionized, and commission-based staff. The successful candidate will help maintain compliance, resolve payroll-related issues, and contribute to smooth day-to-day payroll operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process regular payroll cycles with accuracy for multiple employee groups, including salaried, hourly, unionized, and commissioned team members.<br>• Review payroll data for completeness and correctness, addressing discrepancies before final submission.<br>• Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.<br>• Respond to employee and stakeholder inquiries related to pay, deductions, earnings, and payroll transactions in a timely manner.<br>• Coordinate with internal teams such as accounting and operations to ensure payroll information is aligned and up to date.<br>• Assist with payroll reconciliations, reporting, and other accounting-related activities connected to payroll administration.<br>• Support compliance with applicable legislation, collective agreement provisions, and organizational payroll procedures.<br>• Contribute to payroll process improvements and provide assistance with operational changes affecting payroll workflows when required.
  • 2026-10-26T00:00:00Z
Payroll Analyst
  • North York, ON
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 95000 - 118000 CAD / Yearly
  • Senior Payroll Accounting &amp; Reporting Analyst Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Accounting &amp; Reporting Analyst to oversee payroll accounting activities, reconciliations, reporting, auditing, and process improvement initiatives within a large and complex organization. This role serves as a key liaison between Payroll, Finance, HR, and other business stakeholders to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of payroll financial data. The successful candidate will provide analytical support, lead payroll-related audits, supervise team members, and contribute to continuous improvement of payroll systems and processes. <br> Key Responsibilities Payroll Accounting &amp; Reporting Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies. Perform root cause analysis and provide recommendations to resolve account variances. Prepare and analyze payroll reports on a weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis. Review payroll postings and ensure accuracy of payroll-related financial transactions. Support payroll processing through the preparation and delivery of payroll accounting data. Prepare journal entries and supporting documentation as required. Conduct aging analyses, trend reporting, and variance analysis. Develop and maintain reporting frameworks to support payroll operations and business decisions. Analyze payroll-related data and employee leave information to identify trends and areas for improvement. Ensure compliance with accounting standards, payroll legislation, and internal controls. Audit &amp; Compliance Lead and support payroll audit activities. Design, test, and implement audit reports and monitoring processes. Collaborate with Finance and external stakeholders during annual audits. Prepare documentation and provide support for internal and external reviews. Assist with payroll overpayment recovery analysis and related reporting. Interpret and communicate payroll accounting policies, controls, and statutory requirements. Systems &amp; Process Improvement Identify opportunities to improve payroll reporting, controls, and operational processes. Participate in payroll system enhancements, testing, and implementation projects. Support integration of new payroll processes and reporting requirements. Develop and maintain process documentation, workflows, and reporting procedures. Research emerging payroll trends, best practices, and system capabilities. Leadership &amp; Collaboration Supervise and support designated payroll staff. Assist with employee onboarding, training, performance management, and workflow coordination. Work closely with Payroll, Finance, HR, and operational teams to ensure accurate payroll accounting practices. Provide guidance and expertise on payroll accounting, reporting, and compliance matters. Support initiatives that promote diversity, inclusion, and equitable workplace practices.
  • 2026-10-07T00:00:00Z
Payroll Administrator
  • York Region, ON
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 75000 - 95000 CAD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>About the Opportunity</strong></p><p> Robert Half Canada has partnered with an organization in the transportation, haulage, and logistics industry to hire a Payroll Administrator. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented payroll professional with experience managing payroll processes in a deadline-driven environment. The successful candidate will support accurate and timely payroll administration while maintaining compliance with company policies and applicable legislation.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process payroll accurately and on schedule for hourly, salaried, and, where applicable, unionized employees</li><li>Maintain employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, rate changes, deductions, and benefits updates</li><li>Review and verify timesheets, attendance records, and payroll-related data for accuracy and completeness</li><li>Administer statutory deductions, remittances, and year-end payroll reporting, including T4s and related documentation</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries in a professional and timely manner</li><li>Reconcile payroll accounts and assist with month-end reporting and related journal entries</li><li>Support payroll audits and maintain payroll documentation in an organized and confidential manner</li><li>Coordinate with Human Resources, Accounting, and operational teams to ensure accurate payroll processing</li><li>Monitor compliance with applicable employment standards, payroll legislation, and internal controls</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve payroll procedures and reporting processes</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-08T00:00:00Z
Payroll Supervisor/Manager
  • Toronto, ON
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 42 - 42 CAD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Payroll Supervisor/Manager to join our client’s education organization in Toronto, Ontario on a Contract basis. This position will oversee end-to-end payroll activities for a diverse workforce, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule across both salaried and hourly groups. The role also supports time and attendance administration, pay coding accuracy, and payroll-related coordination with HR and benefits processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage complete payroll processing for salaried and hourly employees, ensuring timely and accurate payment each cycle.<br>• Review and validate time and attendance records, approved timesheets, and pay inputs before payroll submission.<br>• Maintain employee payroll profiles, including earnings codes, job-related pay changes, and other required payroll data updates.<br>• Administer transfer and labour distribution codes for employees who work in multiple positions or assignments with different pay rates.<br>• Reconcile payroll results, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues related to employee pay, deductions, and hours worked.<br>• Support benefits and HR administration activities that affect payroll, including employee status changes and related record updates.<br>• Use ADP Workforce Now and related payroll systems to process transactions, produce reports, and maintain payroll documentation.<br>• Partner with internal stakeholders to address payroll inquiries and ensure compliance with organizational policies and payroll requirements.
  • 2026-10-29T00:00:00Z
Accounts Receivable Specialist
  • Concord, ON
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 60000 - 70000 CAD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join a growing team in Ontario. In this role, you will help maintain accurate customer accounts, support timely invoicing and payments, and contribute to strong cash flow management. This opportunity is well suited to someone who brings solid receivables experience, strong attention to detail, and confidence working with business clients and financial systems.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage the full accounts receivable cycle, including invoice review, payment tracking, and follow-up on outstanding balances.<br>• Reconcile customer accounts regularly to identify discrepancies, resolve variances, and keep records accurate and up to date.<br>• Apply incoming payments accurately and promptly while ensuring cash receipts are posted to the correct accounts.<br>• Conduct business-to-business collection activities with strong attention to detail to reduce overdue accounts and support healthy aging reports.<br>• Prepare billing-related documentation and respond to customer inquiries regarding invoices, payment status, and account details.<br>• Work closely with internal departments to investigate payment issues, clarify account activity, and support timely resolution of outstanding items.<br>• Maintain detailed records in financial systems and spreadsheets to support reporting, audit readiness, and account accuracy.<br>• Assist with collection reporting and account analysis by using system data and Excel-based tracking tools to monitor receivables performance.
  • 2026-10-26T00:00:00Z
Accounts Receivable Specialist
  • Mississauga, ON
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 70000 - 75000 CAD / Yearly
  • <p>We are partnering with a growing organization to find an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join their team. This is a full-cycle AR role with a strong focus on customer interaction, collections, and billing accuracy across both Canadian and U.S. accounts.</p><p>This position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a high-volume, fast-paced environment and enjoys being in a front-facing, customer-focused role.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Manage full-cycle accounts receivable for a portfolio of customers across North America</li><li>Generate and issue accurate invoices and monthly account statements</li><li>Process incoming payments (EFT, credit card, cheque) and apply accordingly</li><li>Perform regular account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Monitor aging reports and proactively manage collections to ensure timely payment</li><li>Follow up with customers on outstanding balances and resolve billing inquiries or disputes</li><li>Review and process credit applications</li><li>Support order processing and invoicing</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams (including Sales) to resolve billing or order-related issues</li><li>Support Controller with Month End close</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-14T00:00:00Z