Payroll administrator jobs in Canada (423 jobs)

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Counted Nov 6, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 423
Employers: 312

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $65,058Across 82 listings
Average starting payCAD / hour: $28.06Across 46 listings

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

Where work happens

Remote: 1%3 listings
Hybrid: 31%133 listings
On-site: 68%286 listings

Not specified: <1% (1 listing)

Employers hiring include AppDirect (8), Insight Global (7), ADP (5).

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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.

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Payroll Specialist
Calgary Fasteners Tool
Calgary, AB
Job Description (ADP working knowledge of Payroll function is mandatory for this role)
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Pay and Benefits Administrator
Government of Alberta
Edmonton, AB
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Payroll Administrator
Canterbury Coffee
Burnaby, BC
- $25 to $35 CAD / hour
- Part-time
Canterbury Coffee Corporation is looking for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join our team in Burnaby. This is a permanent part-time position offering a consistent Monday–Wednesday…
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Payroll Specialist
PCL Construction
Edmonton, AB
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Payroll Administrator
GolfNorth Properties
Conestogo, ON
- $58,000 to $65,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Our team is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Administrator to join the team. When you join us as a Payroll Administrator, you’ll be tasked with ensuring that all of our…
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Payroll Specialist III
Dayforce
Canada
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Payroll Clerk - Medical Remuneration
Shared Health-Soins Communs
Winnipeg, MB
- Full-time
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Payroll Administrator
Canterbury Coffee Corporation
Burnaby, BC
- $25 to $35 CAD / hour
- Part-time
Canterbury Coffee Corporation is looking for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join our team in Burnaby. This is a permanent part-time position offering a consistent Monday–Wednesday…
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Payroll Specialist
Cargojet
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
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Senior Payroll Specialist
Export Packers
Brampton, ON
- Full-time
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Payroll Clerk
Linamar Corporation
Guelph, ON
- Full-time
Job Title: Payroll Clerk (Centralized Payroll)
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Payroll Specialist
Carmichael Engineering Ltd.
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
Job Title: Payroll Specialist – Multi-Province & CCQ Specialist
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HR & Payroll Administrator
Mevotech
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
Are you ready to elevate your career with a leading North American aftermarket auto parts company? Mevotech is seeking an experienced HR & Payroll Administrator to join our dynamic team.
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Payroll Specialist
Pantos Logistics Canada Inc.
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Senior Payroll Specialist
EQ Bank | Canada's Challenger Bank
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Payroll Clerk - Medical Remuneration
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
Winnipeg, MB
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NOC 13102 - Payroll administrators
GreenTech Resources Worldwide Canada
Regina, SK
- Full-time
Process and administer accurate payroll for employees while ensuring timely remittances. Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with applicable legislation and internal policies.
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Payroll Administrator
EllisDon
London, ON
- Full-time
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Payroll Administrator
GDI Integrated Facility Services
Greater Napanee, ON
- Full-time
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Payroll Specialist
Epsilon Industries
Kingston, Ontario
- Full-time
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Payroll Administrator
Manitoba Métis Federation
Winnipeg, MB
- $48,870 to $58,353 CAD / year
- Full-time
The MMF seeks to fill one full-time Payroll Administrator position within our Human Resources Department located at 150 Henry Ave in Winnipeg, MB. The Payroll Administrator is responsible…
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Payroll Officer OR Coordinator
Christ The Redeemer Catholic Schools
Okotoks, AB
- Full-time
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Payroll Specialist (Bilingual)
Vensure Employer Solutions
Westmount, Quebec
- $65,000 to $70,000 CAD / month
- Full-time
Support a rapidly growing corporate client base as a Payroll Specialist. This role is perfect for a certified payroll professional who excels at precision, loves working with complex…
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BC
Payroll Administrator
Bird Construction
Winnipeg, MB · Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
Payroll AdministratorReporting to the Payroll Supervisor, the Payroll Administrator, Hourly will be responsible for processing company payroll in a timely and accurate manner while in…
Added 5 months ago
BC
Payroll Officer
British Columbia Rapid Transit Company
Vancouver, British Columbia
- Full-time

Calgary Fasteners Tool

Payroll Specialist

Calgary, AB, Canada

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Job details

Experience: 5+ years of Canadian payroll processing experience, including end-to-end payroll administration.
Posting language: English
Posted: Aug 26, 2026

Original job description

Job Description (ADP working knowledge of Payroll function is mandatory for this role)

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist with a strong focus on Payroll function to lead the accurate and timely processing of payroll while ensuring compliance with all applicable federal and provincial legislation. This role serves as the primary payroll resource for employees and management, maintaining payroll integrity, confidentiality, and service excellence across the organization.

Reporting to the Director - Human Resources, the Payroll Specialist is responsible for end-to-end payroll processing, payroll reconciliations, remittances, year-end reporting, and employee payroll support. In addition, this position provides general HR administrative support related to employee lifecycle events and benefits administration.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Administration

Independently process accurate and timely payroll for salaried and hourly employees.
Calculate and review earnings, overtime, bonuses, taxable benefits, deductions, and retroactive adjustments.
Audit payroll data and payroll reports to ensure accuracy and compliance prior to payroll processing.
Maintain employee payroll information in ADP Workforce Now and related systems.
Ensure payroll transactions comply with federal and provincial legislation, company policies, and payroll standards.
Administer and reconcile payroll deductions.
Prepare and submit payroll remittances to government agencies and third-party providers on a timely basis.
Manage employee payroll inquiries and provide professional support regarding earnings, deductions, vacation balances, leaves, and payroll processes.
Prepare payroll reconciliations and support internal and external audits.
Coordinate year-end payroll activities, including balancing, reporting, T4 preparation, T4A preparation (where applicable), and year-end adjustments.
Support payroll system enhancements, process improvements, reporting, and compliance initiatives.
Maintain strict confidentiality of payroll and employee information.

Benefits Administration

Administer employee benefit enrollments, changes, and terminations. Ensure employee data accuracy between benefit providers and HRIS systems.
Coordinate benefit deductions and support employee inquiries related to benefits programs.
Assist with leave administration and benefit continuation processes.

HR Support

Support onboarding and offboarding activities, including employee documentation and HR

System updates.

Prepare employment letters, employee change documentation, and other HR-related correspondence.
Maintain employee records and ensure documentation is complete and up to date.
Assist with HR reporting, projects, and initiatives as required.
Provide general administrative support to the Human Resources team.

Additional Responsibilities

Perform other duties as assigned by Director - Human Resources

Qualifications & Skills

Diploma or Certificate in Payroll Administration, Accounting, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
5+ years of Canadian payroll processing experience, including end-to-end payroll administration.
PCP designation through the National Payroll Institute, or actively working toward completion, is strongly preferred.
Thorough knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation, employment standards, taxable benefits, statutory deductions, and payroll compliance requirements.
Experience processing multi-provincial payrolls in a multi-site environment.
Strong experience with payroll reconciliations, year-end processing, T4 preparation,
remittances, and payroll reporting.
Experience using ADP Workforce Now or similar payroll/HRIS systems.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Office applications.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and data management skills.
Excellent communication and customer service skills with the ability to manage confidential information.
Experience in distribution, manufacturing, industrial, construction, or related industries is considered an asset.

Company Overview

The Fastener Group (TFG) is a leading industrial distribution organization specializing in fasteners, tools, and industrial supplies, serving construction, manufacturing, and industrial customers across Western Canada. TFG operates a multi-branch distribution model supported by centralized procurement, strong supplier partnerships, and disciplined inventory management.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Responsibilities

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for end-to-end payroll processing, reconciliations, and year-end reporting while ensuring compliance with federal and provincial legislation. Additionally, the role provides HR administrative support, including benefits administration and onboarding/offboarding activities.

Requirements

Candidates must have 5+ years of Canadian payroll processing experience and proficiency with ADP Workforce Now. A diploma or certificate in a relevant field is required, and a PCP designation is strongly preferred.

Skills

Payroll processing
ADP Workforce Now
Payroll reconciliation
Year-end reporting
T4 preparation
Canadian payroll legislation
Benefits administration
HR administration
Microsoft Excel
Data management
Analytical skills
Problem-solving
Communication skills
Customer service
Confidentiality
Multi-provincial payroll

Benefits

Benefits administration

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Keywords

Payroll Specialist
ADP Workforce Now
Payroll Administration
Canadian Payroll Legislation
T4 Preparation
Benefits Administration
HRIS
Reconciliations
Year-end Reporting
Statutory Deductions
Multi-provincial Payroll
Microsoft Excel
PCP Designation
National Payroll Institute
Human Resources
Onboarding
Offboarding
Compliance
Industrial Distribution
Data Management

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