Payroll Administrator

Payroll Specialist (1-Year Contract - Remote) Our client, an established organization with operations across Canada, is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Payroll Specialist to join their team for a 1-year contract opportunity. Reporting within the payroll department, this role is key in supporting full-cycle payroll execution, system auditing, and employee inquiries. This position offers a 100% remote work arrangement . You will join a collaborative, customer-focused team that emphasizes knowledge sharing and operational excellence within a standard 37.5-hour workweek. Your Success Will Be Defined By Your Ability To Support full-cycle payroll administration, executing gross-to-net calculations, new hires, terminations, leaves of absence, and manual adjustments Utilize Workday Payroll and Workday Time Tracking modules to review timecard entries, resolve discrepancies, monitor daily HR audit reports, and support ESS/MSS functionality Calculate payroll worksheets and ensure accurate payroll journal creation through final processing Respond promptly to employee inquiries via the payroll inbox while ensuring full compliance with Canadian privacy legislation and union/regulatory standards Maintain audit-ready documentation and collaborate closely with cross-functional HR and Benefits teams Your strengths include: Mandatory Certification: Active Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation through the National Payroll Institute Workday Expertise: Minimum 6 months of direct, hands-on experience using both Workday Payroll and Workday Time Tracking modules Payroll Experience: 3 to 10 years of total payroll administration experience covering full-cycle execution and payroll accounting principles Technical & Analytical Skills: Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, high attention to detail, and a strong aptitude for digital payroll tools Communication & Work Style: Service-oriented mindset, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to work independently in a remote setting aligned with Mountain Time hours If you meet the mandatory PCP certification and Workday requirements and are available for a 1-year remote contract, please click the “Apply” button to submit your resume directly to Lexie Robertson. Recruitment Partners Inc. is an Alberta-based, Alberta-focused recruitment firm. We are dedicated to building long-term relationships while securing top talent for Alberta’s best employers. At the heart of our efforts is a collaborative, consultative approach. We are proud of our team of consultants, who come with practical business experience, a strong network of professional contacts, and are focused on what is best for both clients and candidates. We will facilitate the best fit between client and candidate. This means reduced turnover, enhanced employee engagement, increased productivity, customer satisfaction, and more. Accounting & Finance – Engineering, Sales & Operations – HR & Office Support – Technology – Contingent Workforce – Executive Search Contact us today – Your Search Partner – www.recruitmentpartners.ca

The role involves managing full-cycle payroll administration, including gross-to-net calculations, new hires, and terminations. It also requires utilizing Workday modules for time tracking, resolving discrepancies, and responding to employee inquiries.

Candidates must possess an active PCP designation and at least 6 months of hands-on experience with Workday Payroll and Time Tracking. A total of 3 to 10 years of payroll administration experience and intermediate to advanced Excel skills are required.

• Microsoft ExcelPreferred

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• Full-cycle Payroll Administration
• Workday Payroll
• Workday Time Tracking
• Payroll Accounting
• Microsoft Excel
• Gross-to-net Calculations
• Payroll Auditing
• Canadian Privacy Legislation
• Union Compliance
• Employee Relations

• Finance & Accounting
• Human Resources
• Administrative

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Sep 17, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

38 hours per week

Seniority

Mid-Senior level