Accounting & finance jobs in Canada

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Counted Oct 25, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 8,356
Employers: 3,033

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $80,333Across 885 listings
Average starting payCAD / hour: $34.59Across 464 listings
Average starting payUSD / year: $73,913Across 55 listings
Average starting payCAD / month: $6,849Across 20 listings

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

Where work happens

Remote: 2%126 listings
Hybrid: 24%2,035 listings
On-site: 74%6,167 listings

Not specified: <1% (28 listings)

Employers hiring include RBC (309), Scotiabank (265), CIBC (200).

Sources & calculation notes

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

Accounting & finance jobs in Canada

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Spécialiste, comptes payables / Accounts Payable Specialist
PIP Canada
Laval, QC
- Full-time
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Financial Controller
Anyon Systems Inc.
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
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Accountant Specialist - Human Resources
LevelUP HCS
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
This is a senior specialist role requiring significant technical accounting expertise, strong knowledge of compensation-related accounting matters, advanced excel skills and the ability to…
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Junior / Senior Accountant
PHI Hotel Group
Surrey, BC
- Full-time
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Comptable de Projets
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Montreal, QC · Greater Montreal Metropolitan Area
- Full-time
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Finance Manager, CPA must
Exceleris
Montreal, QC · Greater Montreal Metropolitan Area
- Full-time
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Scotiabank
Quebec, QC
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Scotiabank
Toronto, ON · North York, ON
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Sr Credit Analyst
GM Financial Canada
Burnaby, BC
- Full-time
GM Financial is the wholly owned captive finance subsidiary of General Motors and is headquartered in Fort Worth, U.S. We are a global provider of auto finance solutions, with operations in…
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Accountant
EQ Finance S.A.
Montreal, QC · Greater Montreal Metropolitan Area
- Full-time
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Senior Accountant
ExcelGens, Inc.
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Contract
Job Title: Senior Analyst, Finance (Accountant)
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Comptable Contrôleur
Exceleris
Mont-Tremblant, QC
- Full-time
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Contrôleur financier / Contrôleuse financière
Exceleris
Brossard, QC
- Full-time
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Financial Planner Relationship- EN
RBC
Shawinigan, QC
- Full-time
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Financial Planner Relationship- EN
RBC
Sainte-Marie, QC
- Full-time
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Financial Controller
Exceleris
Montreal, QC · Greater Montreal Metropolitan Area
- Full-time
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Banking Advisor- EN
RBC
L'Ancienne-Lorette, QC
- Full-time
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Expert Banking Advisor- EN
RBC
L'Ancienne-Lorette, QC
- Full-time
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Financial Planner Relationship Intern- EN
RBC
Gatineau, QC
- Full-time
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Accountant
Pavago
Remote, Canada
- Remote
…operations by maintaining accurate records, managing day-to-day accounting activities and preparing reliable financial reports. In this role, you’ll work closely with the Finance team to…
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Accounting Clerk
Steele Auto Group
Saint John, NB
- Full-time
This opportunity is ideal for someone with a strong accounting background who is looking for stability, growth, and the chance to be part of a supportive dealership team. As an Accounting…
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Financial Planner Relationship
Royal Bank of Canada
Saint-Georges, QC
- Full-time
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Banking Advisor
Royal Bank of Canada
L'Ancienne-Lorette, QC
- Full-time
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Senior Accountant
Horizon Recruitment Inc
Langley (District), BC · Langley, BC
- $80,000 to $90,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Horizon Recruitment is recruiting for a Senior Accountant to join a growing boutique accounting, tax and advisory firm in Langley, BC. This role is designed for an experienced public…
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Finance Manager (FP&A CPG)
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Markham, ON
- Full-time
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Closed listing

Indigo

Payroll Specialist

Brampton, ON, Canada

$60,000 to $75,000 CAD / year · Full-time

This opening has closed.

The original listing is kept below for reference.

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Job details

Pay: $60,000 to $75,000 CAD / year
Job type: Full-time
Closing date: Mar 14, 2027
Experience: 3 years’ experience processing high volume payroll
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 15, 2026

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Original job description

Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.

Indigo is a physical and digital place inspired by and filled with books, ideas, beautifully designed lifestyle products, and the creative people who help make it all happen. We believe in real books, living life fully and generously, being kind to each other and to the environment, and that stories - big and little - connect us. Indigo is our customer's happy place - for joyful moments of discovery and to connect with people who share their passion for reading, their belief in ideas, and their commitment to making the world a better and more beautiful place.

OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES

Our Mission is to inspire reading and enrich the lives of booklovers. As such, we believe in the power of people and their stories. We aim to attract top talent, nurture the potential of our employees, and create space for everyone to thrive. Our Guiding Principles are the few key ideas that are meant to influence everything we do, every day.

We Will Hire, Inspire, Promote and Retain the Best – A’s Hire A’s
We Will Be Customer Centric
We Will Be Data Driven – System Thinking – Entrepreneurial
We are Committed to True and Shared Value Creation
We Will Be Human-Centered and AI Enabled
We are Committed to Caring About Each Other, Our Communities, Our Environment

Job Description

MISSION

The Specialist, Payroll ensures timely and accurate processing of high-volume hourly and salaried payrolls, including review of automated data uploads, processing status change forms, legislated employee remittances and Records of Employment.

KEY PERFORMANCE METRICS

Timely and accurate processing of assigned payrolls
Adherence to all relevant government policy and/or legislation
Confidentiality
Stakeholder feedback

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Functional

Timely and accurate processing of high-volume payrolls for both salaried and hourly employees across Canada in compliance with employment standards legislation and company policies
Timely and accurate processing of low-volume salaried and hourly payroll in the US
Review and upload automated data interfaces (hours, employee changes etc.)
Receive, review and action employee information changes (hires, terminations, increases)
Process quarterly and annual bonus payments
Prepare ad hoc payroll reports
Produce Records of Employment; respond to all government agency inquiries
Prepare or support manual journal entries, as required
Assist with the preparation of government remittances
Liaise with human resources or store management teams on payroll issues
Maintain personnel files, including filing and/or digitizing
Assist with the year-end process and production and distribution of T4s and W2s
Act as an advocate for the customer by placing them at the forefront of all decision-making and design processes
Proactively identify and anticipate customer expectations and needs
Embrace and seek out technology that creates high tech and high touch solutions for Indigo’s customers
Challenge the status quo by consistently identifying areas for improvement, diagnosing issues and working to resolve them

People

Collaborate with others to drive flexible and iterative solutions, quickly and easily
Share technical knowledge with others and actively seek to learn from those more knowledgeable than yourself
Help others see the impacts of their efforts and proactively engage other functions to get input
Encourage others to freely share their point of view and be open to feedback

Cultural

Model Indigo’s beliefs and convey a positive image in everything you do
Celebrate diversity of thought and have an open mindset
Take an active role in fostering a culture of continual learning, taking risks without the fear of making mistakes
Embrace, champion and influence change through your team and/or the organization

SCOPE

Reports to: Manager, Payroll

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

Internal:

Human Resources
Consumer Experience
Finance
Supply Chain

External:

Government agencies/services
UKG
Quinyx

Qualifications

Work Experience / Education / Certifications

Bachelor’s degree or college diploma in Accounting, Finance or Human Resources
3 years’ experience processing high volume payroll
Certified Payroll Compliance Practitioner preferred
Experience with UKG payroll platform preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of programs, specifically MS Excel
Experience processing US payroll is considered an asset

Competencies / Skills / Attributes

Thorough understanding of payroll practices and related provincial and federal legislation
Demonstrated problem solving, and crisis management skills
Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to adapt to a quickly changing, fast-paced environment
Team player

Additional Information

Indigo uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with certain aspects of the hiring process, such as screening and assessments. These tools support our team but do not replace human judgment. We are committed to using AI responsibly, fairly, and in compliance with applicable employment and anti-discrimination laws. We regularly review these tools to help prevent bias or discrimination.

At Indigo, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility are core to our values. We integrate these principles into our training, policies, and hiring practices and continuously evolve to reflect the needs of the communities we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and lived experiences, including but not limited to individuals who identify as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour), members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and persons with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at talent@indigo.ca.

We respect your privacy throughout the recruitment process. Our Candidate Privacy Notice explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you apply for a role with Indigo, and the choices available to you.

This posting is for a current opportunity within Indigo.

About employer

More about this job

Responsibilities

The Specialist, Payroll is responsible for the timely and accurate processing of high-volume hourly and salaried payrolls across Canada and the US. Key duties include managing data uploads, processing status changes, handling government remittances, and producing Records of Employment.

Requirements

Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree or college diploma in Accounting, Finance, or Human Resources and have 3 years of high-volume payroll experience. Proficiency in MS Excel and experience with the UKG payroll platform are preferred.

Skills

Payroll Processing
UKG Payroll Platform
Microsoft Excel
US Payroll
Records Of Employment
Government Remittances
Problem Solving
Crisis Management
Organizational Skills
Attention To Detail
Written Communication
Verbal Communication
Collaboration
Data Interface Management
Personnel File Maintenance

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Keywords

Payroll
UKG
Quinyx
T4
W2
Certified Payroll Compliance Practitioner
Employment Standards
Accounting
Finance
Human Resources
Retail
Canada Payroll
US Payroll
Government Remittances
Records Of Employment
MS Excel
Data Interfaces
Journal Entries
Compliance
High-Volume Payroll

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