Payroll administrator jobs in Canada (434 jobs)

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Counted Nov 7, 2026

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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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Payroll Specialist (Workday Implementation)
SE Health
Markham, ON
- Contract
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Payroll Specialist (Workday Implementation)
SE Health
Markham, ON
- Contract
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Payroll Specialist (PeopleSoft)
SE Health
Markham, ON
- Contract
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People Operations & Payroll Specialist
Trolley
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
Trolley is looking for a People Operations & Payroll Specialist to join our People & Culture team. This is a broad, hands-on role focused on delivering the day-to-day People Operations…
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Payroll Administrator
Fuel It Refuelling Inc.
Montreal, QC · Saint-Laurent, Quebec
- Full-time
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Payroll Admin
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Payroll Clerk
The Link: Youth and Family Supports
Winnipeg, MB
- Full-time
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Payroll Administrator
Simpcw Resources Group
Kamloops 1, BC
- Full-time
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Payroll Clerk
Lackawanna County Department of Health
Clarington, ON
- Full-time
The Payroll Clerk is responsible for working in the county’s Integrated Payroll System and reports directly to the Director of Administrative Services/CFO. The Payroll Clerk reports to the…
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Payroll Specialist
Marberg Staffing
Toronto, ON · North York, ON
- $44.81 to $66.04 CAD / hour
- Temporary
Payroll Implementation Consultant for provincial government agency client, North York.
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Reception and Payroll Administrator
GFL Environmental Inc.
Acheson, AB
- Full-time
…operational support across departments. Working closely with the Payroll Administrator, you will also handle payroll processing duties and ensure timely, accurate support. We are looking…
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Payroll Administrator
The Calgary John Howard Society
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
- Contract
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Payroll Administrator, US & Canada Payroll Processing
Blue Moon Metals
Toronto, ON
Blue Moon Metals is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join our growing team. This role is responsible for supporting the accurate and timely processing of…
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Finance - Payroll Administrator
Sandman Hotel Group
BC · West Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
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Finance - Payroll Administrator
Northland Properties
Vancouver, BC
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Payroll Specialist
EssilorLuxottica Group
Montreal, QC · Saint-Laurent, QC
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Payroll Specialist
EssilorLuxottica
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
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Payroll Administrator
Sterling Ridge Group, Inc
Lasalle, ON
- Full-time
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Payroll Specialist
Schlegel Villages
Kitchener, ON
- Full-time
Our Support Office in Kitchener, Ontario has an exciting opportunity for a Hybrid PAYROLL SPECIALIST to join their team.
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Senior Payroll Specialist
Strategy Recruitment Group
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
A well-established organization is seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Specialist to join its People & Culture team. This role will oversee full-cycle Canadian payroll, benefits…
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Payroll Specialist
Prime Communications Canada Inc
Richmond Hill, ON
- $58,000 to $62,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Payroll Specialist
CGT
Cambridge, ON
- $70,000 to $80,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
We are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our Human Resources team. Reporting to the Director, Human Resources & Labour Relations, the Payroll Specialist is responsible for…
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Payroll Specialist
CGT
Cambridge, ON
- $70,000 to $80,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
We are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our Human Resources team. Reporting to the Director, Human Resources & Labour Relations, the Payroll Specialist is responsible for…
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Sr. Payroll Officer
Orica
Maple Ridge, BC
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Payroll Specialist
Aliaxis
CA - McNabb - Office
- Full-time
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Payroll Specialist
IPEX Group
CA - McNabb - Office
- Full-time

Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP

Payroll Administrator

Toronto, ON, Canada

The anticipated annual salary for the Payroll Administrator position is $65,000 - $80,000. · Full-time

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Job details

Pay: The anticipated annual salary for the Payroll Administrator position is $65,000 - $80,000.
Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 8, 2026

Original job description

Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP (Blakes), one of Canada’s largest and most successful law firms, has an immediate opening for a Payroll Administrator to join the Finance department in the Toronto office.

Reporting to the Payroll Manager, the Payroll Administrator will play a key role in the preparation and review of payrolls and in verifying the integrity of the payroll system on a global level.

Primary responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

Assisting with the preparation and review of firm payrolls using UKG Kronos (formerly Ultimate Software) applying knowledge of multi-provincial labour standards
Verifying the integrity of the payroll, which consists of ensuring accuracy of payroll input and verifying output against various reports
Running of imports into payroll software and balancing
Inputting information into UKG that is payroll related (direct deposits and exception pay details)
Assisting with processing of U.K. and U.S. Payrolls for staff on a bi-weekly and monthly basis
Finalizing payroll processes after balancing and loading direct deposits
Issuing and verifying manual cheques when required
Preparing Canada Customs and Revenue Agency Payments
Reconciling and remitting payment for EHT monthly
Completing Record of Employments
Preparing reports for client charges
Completing monthly journal entries
Responding to employee inquiries
Assisting with annual compensation
Assisting with contributions of Pension and RRSP
Calculating termination/severance payments as required, keeping in mind legislative requirements

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

Diploma in payroll, accounting, or business-related field is preferred
Minimum of three years of payroll experience is required; legal institution experience would be an asset
Certified by National Payroll Institute (formerly Canadian Payroll Association) as a PCP or in the process of obtaining certification is required.

Skills/Abilities:

Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to multi-task, respond to ad hoc questions and interruptions while meeting deadlines
Must have ability to maintain confidentiality and practice discretion in interactions and dealings with others
Works well both independently while at the same time collaboratively with internal clients
Strong computer skills – MS Windows, Excel and Word
Ability to handle complex problems and sensitive issues across all offices, such as new hire/termination requirements, special payments and discussions with staff regarding understanding their pay
Willingness to research issues that arise, such as adjustments to pays, pension contribution and taxable benefits

Compensation

The anticipated annual salary for the Payroll Administrator position is $65,000 - $80,000. Salary levels will be determined commensurate with internal equity, market equity and experience.

How to Apply:

To apply for this position, please submit your application along with a cover letter and résumé directly to our application portal.

Blakes wishes to thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Other Relevant Application Information

Blakes welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. The Firm is committed to maintaining an inclusive work environment composed of people with diverse perspectives, backgrounds, identities and cultures. The Firm provides accommodation for applicants with disabilities and in respect of other protected grounds during the recruitment process in accordance with applicable laws. Please contact us to request accommodation.

While our experienced team will select and interview successful candidates, Blakes may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to assist with shortlisting, screening and evaluating applications.

Who We Are

At Blakes, we care about our people. We are committed to providing exceptional experiences for our clients and employees. As a winner of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Greater Toronto’s Top Employers awards, we understand the importance of fostering an inclusive workplace environment that brings out the best in each person. Our success as a firm starts with hiring top talent, retaining our people and helping them thrive.

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Responsibilities

The Payroll Administrator is responsible for preparing and reviewing global payrolls, ensuring system integrity, and managing payroll inputs and outputs. Key duties include processing multi-regional payrolls, handling tax remittances, and responding to employee inquiries regarding compensation.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least three years of payroll experience and a PCP certification from the National Payroll Institute or be in the process of obtaining it. A diploma in payroll, accounting, or a business-related field is preferred.

Skills

Payroll Processing
UKG Kronos
Multi-provincial Labour Standards
Financial Reconciliation
Journal Entries
Communication Skills
Confidentiality
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
Problem Solving
Legislative Compliance
Pension Administration

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Keywords

UKG Kronos
Ultimate Software
National Payroll Institute
PCP Certification
Canada Customs and Revenue Agency
EHT
Record of Employment
RRSP
Pension
Severance Payments
Legal Services
Multi-provincial Labour Standards
Direct Deposits
Journal Entries
Payroll Administration

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