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5 results for Payroll Clerk in Ottawa, ON

Payroll Specialist
  • Ottawa, ON
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 23 - 26 CAD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a healthcare organization in Ottawa, Ontario on a Long-term Contract basis. This opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume payroll environment and brings strong accuracy, accountability, and service focus to their work. The successful candidate will support end-to-end payroll activities, benefit remittances, reporting, and related payroll administration while helping ensure employees are paid correctly and on time.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process payroll accurately and on schedule for a large employee population within a high-volume environment.<br>• Review payroll data, validate earnings and deductions, and resolve discrepancies before each pay cycle is finalized.<br>• Prepare and distribute payroll reports to support reconciliations, audits, and internal review requirements.<br>• Administer benefit-related remittances and ensure applicable deductions are submitted correctly and within required timelines.<br>• Calculate special payments, adjustments, retroactive amounts, and other payroll-related transactions as needed.<br>• Maintain employee payroll records and update relevant information in accordance with established procedures and compliance standards.<br>• Respond to payroll inquiries from employees and internal stakeholders, providing clear and timely issue resolution.<br>• Support payroll compliance activities related to statutory deductions, tax considerations, and organizational policies.
  • 2026-07-31T00:00:00Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Ottawa, ON
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 25.3365 - 29.337 CAD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join a construction and contractor organization in Ottawa, Ontario on a Long-term Contract basis. This position is well suited to someone who can manage payroll activities with accuracy, maintain employee records carefully, and support timely reporting in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will work with payroll and accounting systems, including ADP Workforce Now and Ceridian, while helping ensure employees are paid correctly and related records remain up to date.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process payroll for a workforce of approximately 200 hourly, salaried, and commission-based employees with a high degree of accuracy.<br>• Examine payroll submissions, verify supporting information, and resolve discrepancies before final processing.<br>• Reconcile payroll figures and employee expense claims to ensure records are complete and payments are accurate.<br>• Prepare recurring payroll and related reports to support internal tracking and financial review.<br>• Update and maintain employee data for new hires, compensation changes, terminations, and leave arrangements.<br>• Assist with employee onboarding by entering required payroll and benefits information into internal systems.<br>• Calculate employer contributions and ensure required payroll-related amounts are recorded correctly.<br>• Support payroll administration using systems such as ADP Workforce Now, Ceridian, and related reporting tools.
  • 2026-07-23T00:00:00Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Ottawa, ON
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 23.75 - 27.5 CAD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to support a non-profit organization in Ottawa, Ontario. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a bilingual candidate who brings strong payroll knowledge and can manage employee pay records with accuracy and discretion. The successful candidate will play an important role in maintaining timely payroll operations, addressing employee questions, and helping ensure compliance with applicable employment standards and payroll practices.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process payroll transactions accurately and on schedule for employees while maintaining complete and up-to-date records.<br>• Administer employee lifecycle payroll changes, including new hires, departures, status updates, and related data entry.<br>• Review payroll information for inconsistencies, investigate discrepancies, and escalate complex issues when required.<br>• Respond to payroll and benefits inquiries from employees and internal stakeholders in a clear and timely manner.<br>• Support the administration of benefit-related payroll functions and ensure deductions are applied correctly.<br>• Use payroll and accounting systems to enter, validate, and reconcile data across payroll processes.<br>• Prepare payroll-related reports and assist with record tracking, analysis, and documentation.<br>• Help ensure payroll activities align with relevant labour legislation, organizational policies, and established procedures.
  • 2026-07-27T00:00:00Z
Payroll consultant
  • Ottawa, ON
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 63 - 73 CAD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>We are looking for an experienced Payroll consultant to support a long-term contract opportunity in Ottawa, Ontario. </strong>This role is ideal for a detail-oriented payroll specialist who can build structure, improve processes, and provide reliable guidance across <strong>complex payroll operations in the United States and internationally.</strong> The successful candidate will bring strong communication skills and hands-on expertise managing payroll, benefits, compliance, and vendor coordination in a dynamic environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong>:</p><p>• Establish and organize payroll operations for a newly formed or developing payroll function, creating practical processes that support accuracy and consistency.</p><p>• Oversee end-to-end payroll activities for employees in the U.S. and other jurisdictions, ensuring timely processing and alignment with applicable legislation and internal policies.</p><p>• Administer payroll-related records, deductions, taxable benefits, and remittances with careful attention to compliance requirements.</p><p>• Work closely with internal stakeholders to address payroll inquiries, explain processes clearly, and build confidence across teams.</p><p>• Review payroll data for accuracy, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues through detailed analysis and corrective action.</p><p>• Coordinate with external payroll providers and system partners to support service delivery, reporting needs, and process improvements.</p><p>• Support benefit and expense-related payroll components, including integration points involving platforms such as Concur and payroll applications.</p><p>• Contribute to audits, reconciliations, and documentation updates to strengthen payroll controls and reporting reliability.</p>
  • 2026-07-31T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Ottawa, ON
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 70000 - 75000 CAD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Robert Half is partnering with a client that&#39;s looking to add an experienced Bookkeeper to their Finance team. This is a full-time/permanent role on site. </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Advantages:</strong></p><p>-Competitive salary (70-75K)</p><p>-Full benefits</p><p>-3 weeks vacation</p><p>-Free parking</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Oversee the preparation and processing of the invoicing, ensuring all billing statements are completed on a quarterly basis.</p><p>• Handle full-cycle accounting tasks, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger updates, and journal entries.</p><p>• Prepare and issue monthly invoices for government vehicle usage.</p><p>• Manage invoicing for government shipments, including air and other transportation methods.</p><p>• Administer claims related to long-distance and local transactions, ensuring accurate documentation and resolution.</p><p>• Process government invoicing for LTS, Air, and SEA shipments</p><p>• Carry out revenue distribution tasks and ensure funds are allocated correctly.</p><p>• Month end and year end tasks.</p><p>• Provide support for diverse accounting activities and assist with day-to-day financial operations as needed.</p>
  • 2026-07-31T00:00:00Z