Payroll administrator jobs in Canada (434 jobs)

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Counted Nov 7, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 434
Employers: 315

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $65,058Across 82 listings
Average starting payCAD / hour: $27.95Across 47 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 1%3 listings
Hybrid: 31%136 listings
On-site: 68%294 listings

Not specified: <1% (1 listing)

Employers hiring include AppDirect (8), Insight Global (7), ADP (6).

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These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

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Senior Payroll Specialist US & Canada
FLSmidth
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
We’re on the lookout for a detail-loving, spreadsheet-whispering, deadline-friendly Payroll Specialist to make sure that our colleagues across Europe + APAC are paid on time, every time.
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Payroll Administrator
Ledcor
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
Are you a detail-oriented payroll professional who thrives in a high-volume, fast-paced environment? As a Payroll Administrator at Ledcor, you will play a central role in delivering…
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Payroll Administrator
PTW Energy Services
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
We're looking for a Payroll Administrator to join our Calgary team and play an important role in ensuring
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Payroll Specialist
Agri Foods
Burnaby, BC
- Full-time
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our Finance Team! The Payroll Department's mission is to ensure accurate and timely processing of employee compensation while maintaining…
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Payroll Technician
City of North Vancouver
North Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
Title Payroll Technician Job Status Temporary Full Time Position Overview
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Payroll Specialist I
TD
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Payroll Specialist
AppleOne Employment Services
Mississauga, ON
- $80,000 to $90,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for processing both bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while maintaining compliance with…
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Payroll Specialist
Doane Grant Thornton LLP
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Payroll Specialist
Professional Staffing
Cambridge, ON
- $75,000 to $90,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
We are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to manage accurate and timely biweekly payroll for approximately 600 employees across Canada and the United States.
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HR & Payroll Specialist
Baker McKenzie
Toronto, ON
- $78,750 to $96,250 CAD / year
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Payroll technician
Pomerleau
Levis, QC · Saint-Georges, QC
Under the supervision of the Payroll Coordinator, the incumbent works closely with the Senior Payroll Technician as well as the Talent–Culture–Leadership team to support activities related…
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Payroll Administrator
Russell Tobin
Windsor, ON
- $23 to $25 CAD / hour
- Contract
The Payroll Administrator will support the Finance and HR teams by managing accurate and timely payroll processing and related administrative activities. This role requires strong payroll…
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Payroll Specialist
Jetson Home
North Vancouver, BC
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2630 Bilingual Payroll Specialist
RedBranch Executive Search & Recruitment
Mississauga, ON
- $75,000 to $80,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
2630 BILINGUAL Payroll Specialist (French/English)
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Senior Payroll Administrator - Michels Canada
Michels Corporation
Nisku, AB
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Payroll Administrator-Multi-Client Payroll Specialist (Maternity leave c
POWERGROUP Resources
Hamilton, ON
- Full-time
POWERGROUP Resources is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Payroll Administrator – Multi-Client Payroll Specialist to join our team for a 12–14 month maternity leave contract.
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Payroll Specialist
Vaco by Highspring
Vaughan, ON
- $85,000 to $95,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
· Accurately coordinate and administer payroll functions for hourly and salary employees across Canada and USA on a semi-monthly basis including the preparation, calculation and…
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Payroll Specialist - North America
BMT
Ottawa, ON
- $55,000 to $75,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Job Title: Payroll Specialist (North America)
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Payroll Specialist - North America
BMT
Ottawa, ON
- $55,000 to $75,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Job Title: Payroll Specialist (North America)
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Payroll Specialist
Eclipse Automation
Cambridge, ON
- Full-time
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Senior Payroll Specialist
Adecco
Toronto, ON
- $35 to $40 CAD / hour
- Temporary
Senior Payroll Specialist (3-months | potential extension)
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Payroll Administrator
Savaria
Toronto, ON · Greater Toronto Area, Canada
- $65,000 to $85,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
The Payroll Administrator t is responsible for end-to-end
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Payroll Administrator - Montréal, QC
Intertek
Montréal-Est, QC
Intertek is searching for an payroll administrator to join our HR and Payroll team in our Montreal, Quebec office. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in HR!
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Payroll Specialist
Pan American Silver Corp.
Vancouver, BC
- $70,000 to $85,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Payroll Administrator / Contract
London Drugs Limited
Richmond, BC
- $21.12 to $24.22 CAD / hour
- Other
London Drugs is seeking a Payroll Administrator (Contract) to join our Payroll team at our Corporate Head Office in Richmond, BC. Supporting approximately 9,000 employees across Western…

AppleOne Employment Services

Payroll Specialist

Mississauga, ON, Canada

$80,000 to $90,000 CAD / year · Full-time

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Job details

Pay: $80,000 to $90,000 CAD / year
Job type: Full-time
Experience: 3–5+ years of progressive Canadian payroll experience
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 2, 2026

Original job description

Position Overview:

The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for processing both bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while maintaining compliance with federal and provincial payroll legislation. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent analytical and organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple payroll deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will work closely with Human Resources, Finance, managers, and employees to resolve payroll issues, maintain accurate payroll records, and support payroll reporting and year-end activities.

What our client offers:

Competitive compensation of $80,000-$90,000 annually
Comprehensive benefits package
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Collaborative Finance and HR environment
Opportunity to contribute to payroll process improvements within a growing organization

Key Responsibilities:

Payroll Processing

Process accurate and timely bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll for employees across multiple Canadian provinces.
Review and validate payroll inputs, including hours worked, overtime, bonuses, commissions, vacation, statutory holidays, leaves, deductions, and other earnings.
Process new hires, terminations, transfers, promotions, salary changes, and other employee status changes.
Review payroll calculations and reconcile payroll reports prior to final submission.
Ensure payroll deadlines and processing schedules are consistently met.
Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries.
Maintain working knowledge of provincial requirements relating to payroll taxes, statutory deductions, vacation pay, statutory holidays, leaves, and termination payments.
Ensure appropriate payroll deductions and remittances are calculated and processed accurately.
Monitor changes to payroll legislation and communicate relevant changes to Payroll, HR, and Finance leadership.

Payroll Reconciliation & Reporting

Reconcile payroll registers, general ledger accounts, payroll deductions, benefits, and other payroll-related accounts.
Prepare payroll reports and analysis for Finance and management.
Assist with monthly and year-end payroll reconciliations.
Support the preparation of T4s, T4As, RL-1s and other year-end payroll reporting, as applicable.
Assist with payroll audits and provide supporting documentation as required.
Identify discrepancies, trends, and opportunities to improve payroll accuracy and efficiency.

Benefits, Deductions & Employee Changes

Administer payroll-related benefits, pension contributions, RRSPs, garnishments, and other deductions.
Ensure employee changes are accurately reflected in payroll and HR systems.
Work with HR and benefits providers to resolve discrepancies.
Respond professionally and confidentially to employee payroll inquiries.

Qualifications

3–5+ years of progressive Canadian payroll experience
Experience processing both bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll.
Experience processing payroll for employees across multiple Canadian provinces.
Strong knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation and statutory requirements.
Experience with payroll/HRIS systems such as ADP, Ceridian/Dayforce, UKG, Workday, Ceridian, or similar platforms.
Strong understanding of payroll reconciliations and payroll-related accounting.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to manage multiple payroll deadlines and priorities.

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More about this job

Responsibilities

Process accurate bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll across multiple Canadian provinces, manage employee changes and deductions, and resolve payroll discrepancies and inquiries. Reconcile payroll accounts, prepare reports and year-end filings, support audits, and maintain compliance with applicable payroll legislation.

Requirements

Requires 3–5+ years of progressive Canadian payroll experience, including bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll across multiple provinces, and strong knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation. Candidates should have experience with payroll or HRIS platforms and payroll reconciliations, along with strong accuracy and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.

Skills

Canadian Payroll Processing
Payroll Reconciliation
Payroll Reporting
Canadian Payroll Legislation
Statutory Deductions And Remittances
Payroll Tax Compliance
Payroll Accounting
Payroll Audits
Year-End Reporting
Benefits And Deductions Administration
HRIS And Payroll Systems
Employee Inquiry Resolution
Attention To Detail
Analytical Skills
Organizational Skills
Deadline Management

Benefits

Competitive Compensation
Professional Growth And Development
Collaborative Finance And HR Environment
Opportunity To Contribute To Payroll Process Improvements

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Keywords

Bi-Weekly Payroll
Semi-Monthly Payroll
Canadian Payroll
Multi-Province Payroll
Payroll Legislation
Payroll Taxes
Statutory Deductions
Vacation Pay
Statutory Holidays
Leaves
Termination Payments
Payroll Reconciliation
General Ledger
Payroll Reporting
T4
T4A
RL-1
Year-End Payroll
Payroll Audits
Benefits Administration
Pension Contributions
RRSP
Garnishments
ADP
Ceridian
Dayforce
UKG
Workday
HRIS

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