<p>Robert Half has partnered up with an industry leader to identify a Payroll Accountant to join their team. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong payroll processing experience, benefits administration knowledge, and a commitment to accuracy, confidentiality, and employee service. The Payroll Accountant will also have general oversight of accounts payable, accounts receivable & general accounting tasks assisting the Financial Controller.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Process full-cycle payroll accurately and on time for salaried, hourly, and/or contract employees.</li><li>Payroll volumes of 200 employees</li><li>Administer employee benefits programs, including enrollments, changes, terminations, and employee inquiries.</li><li>Maintain payroll and benefits records, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.</li><li>Reconcile payroll registers, benefit invoices, deductions, remittances, and related accounts.</li><li>Coordinate payroll submissions and ensure compliance with internal policies and applicable legislation.</li><li>Support year-end payroll activities, including tax forms, reconciliations, and audits.</li><li>Liaise with benefit providers and internal stakeholders to resolve payroll and benefits issues in a timely manner.</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, vacation balances, and benefits coverage.</li><li>Assist with leave administration, pension/RRSP programs, and other employee compensation-related processes.</li><li>Contribute to process improvements, reporting, and documentation related to payroll and benefits administration.</li><li>Assist the Controller with accounts payable, accounts receivable and other ad-hoc accounting tasks</li></ul>
<p>A well-established Edmonton-based industrial/manufacturing company is seeking an <strong>Accounting Administrator </strong> to join its team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a hands-on role in a small business environment where they can contribute across multiple areas of accounting and administration.</p><p>This position offers the chance to become an integral part of a collaborative team with strong employee tenure, a stable business outlook, and opportunities to expand your knowledge of accounting operations and the business as a whole.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Accounts Receivable</p><ul><li>Prepare and process customer invoices</li><li>Generate monthly customer invoice summaries</li><li>Apply customer payments and process bank deposits</li><li>Manage collections and follow up on outstanding accounts</li><li>Reconcile customer accounts and maintain accurate customer records</li></ul><p>Accounts Payable</p><ul><li>Match, code, and process vendor invoices</li><li>Process employee expense reports and mileage claims</li><li>Reconcile corporate credit card statements and receipts</li><li>Prepare and process cheque runs and electronic payments</li><li>Process supplier deposits and maintain accurate vendor records</li><li>Reconcile supplier accounts and resolve discrepancies</li></ul><p>Administrative Support</p><ul><li>Perform data entry and maintain accounting records</li><li>Open, sort, and distribute incoming mail</li><li>Maintain electronic and physical filing systems</li><li>Coordinate and host virtual team meetings</li><li>Communicate with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders</li><li>Support ad hoc accounting and administrative projects as required</li></ul>
Looking to make an immediate impact in a high‑performing finance team? Our Edmonton based client is hiring a Senior Accountant for a contract role supporting critical reporting cycles and project initiatives.
What You’ll Own:
-Month‑End Close: Drive timely, accurate close processes and account reconciliations/working papers.
-IFRS Reporting: Prepare financial statements and disclosures in alignment with IFRS requirements.
-System Implementation Support: Perform various duties to support finance department.
-Ad Hoc Reporting: Deliver insights and analysis to inform leadership decisions during a peak reporting period.
What You Bring:
✔ IFRS technical skills
✔ Proven month‑end and reporting experience
✔ Ability to hit the ground running in a fast‑paced environment
✔ Comfort supporting systems, projects, and shifting priorities
👉 Apply now to support a team that’s moving fast and delivering big results.
Is this position WFH (Remote), hybrid or in-office?:
Is background check required? :
Start date (Ideal & Latest): September 7, 2026
How long for IT/approvals?:
Duration: 3 months
CTP:
Hours:
○ 8:30am - 4:30pm (with 1 hr unpaid lunch)
Job Duties/Responsibilities:
○ Full cycle AP - 3 way matching
○ Weekly invoice run- average volume
○ EFT payment and cheque runs
○ Journal entries
○ Invoice reconciliation
○ Perform detailed AP-to-General Ledger (GL) reconciliations and identifying discrepancies.
○ Assist with year-end reconciliation and reporting, including reviewing AP balances
○ Maintain accurate and organized AP records and ensure transactions are properly coded and recorded in the accounting system.
○ Work collaboratively with internal teams and vendors to resolve invoice and payment-related issues.
○ Support other accounting and administrative tasks as required.
○ Would like someone who is adaptable and flexible
○ Experience with working with Non-profit organizations - nice to have
○ indigenous work experience- nice to have
Top Must Have’s for the role:
○ Knowlegeable with AP
○ Team player
○ Attention to detail
Software:
○ Sage Intacct
Excel needed? (Advanced-Pivot tables, V-lookup?):
○ Intermediate
Experience:
○ 3 yrs
Education/Certifications:
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Environment:
Personality fit/Culture:
# of ppl in office:
Training provided: Minimal training
Desk/Office setup: Business Casual
Dress Code:
Parking: Yes
Transit accessible: Yes
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Next Steps:
EVP (Employee Value Proposition) *Desk must ask*:
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Annual Salary:
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Quote Bill rate:
○ Up $48
50% Administrative Assistant,Answering Inbound Calls,Customer Service,Data Entry,Email Correspondence,Inbound
50% General Accounting support around bookeeping, account reconciliation
using sage 50 and quickbooks, must have exposure to these accounting tools with 1-3 years of experience
<p>On behalf of our client, Robert Half is seeking a Bookkeeper for an on-site role in Edmonton, AB. This is a contract position expected to last four weeks. The successful candidate will support the finance team during a period of transition and contribute to ongoing accounting operations.</p>
<strong>Job Responsibilities</strong>
<ul><li>Manage weekly processing of electronic funds transfer payments and cheque runs.</li><li>Carry out month-end reconciliations and ensure accurate financial records.</li><li>Oversee accounts receivable processes, including charge backs and cash donations coordination with fund development staff.</li><li>Handle credit card reconciliation by reviewing entries and verifying accuracy.</li><li>Process business expenses and verify supporting documentation.</li><li>Maintain full-cycle bookkeeping, ensuring transactions are recorded in a timely manner.</li><li>Utilize accounting software such as Sage and QuickBooks Online for daily operations.</li><li>Collaborate with finance colleagues to ensure smooth workflow and support organizational objectives.</li><li>Support the finance team during leadership changes and transitions.</li><li>Adhere to business casual dress code and core business hours as required.</li></ul>
<strong>Job Requirements</strong>
<ul><li>Demonstrated experience in bookkeeping and financial reconciliation.</li><li>Proficiency with Sage and QuickBooks Online accounting software.</li><li>Ability to process high volumes of transactions accurately and efficiently.</li><li>Experience with accounts receivable and expense processing.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate records.</li><li>Willingness to collaborate and contribute to a team-focused environment.</li><li>Adaptability to new leadership and changing processes within a finance department.</li></ul>