Contract jobs in Canada

Explore contract jobs across Canada. Choose a location and read the full job details.

21,797 listings · 5,147 employers Counted Oct 31, 2026. How we count

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Employers hiring include Walmart Canada (1,091 listings), Insight Global (381 listings), Actalent (265 listings).

Common roles: Project manager, Software engineer, Childcare provider.

6,277 of these listings include employer-provided pay. Open a job to see its currency and pay period.

Advertised starting pay
Pay period	Median starting pay	Listings
CAD / hour	30.00	4,965
CAD / year	70,000.00	835
USD / hour	30.00	280
USD / year	60,000.00	43
CAD / month	4,541.00	18

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.

Workplace classifications: 3% remote, 24% hybrid, 73% on-site, 0% not specified. Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad.

Based on the dated count above. Listings can change. How we count

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Kelly

Payroll Specialist

Calgary, AB, Canada

💲 Pay Rate: $43/hour + 4% Vacation Pay · Contract

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Job details

Pay: 💲 Pay Rate: $43/hour + 4% Vacation Pay
Job type: Contract
Apply by: Nov 29, 2026
Experience: ✅ 6-10 years of payroll experience, including in-house payroll processing
Working hours: 37.5 Hours/Week
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 30, 2026

Original job description

Payroll Specialist (12-Month Contract)

📍 Calgary, AB (Onsite)

🕒 37.5 Hours/Week | Monday to Friday

📅 Contract Duration: November 16, 2026 – November 15, 2027

💲 Pay Rate: $43/hour + 4% Vacation Pay

Join a Leading Energy Organization

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to join a dynamic payroll team in Calgary. Reporting to the Payroll Manager, you will play a key role in processing payroll for Canadian employees and expatriates while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and exceptional service delivery. This opportunity is ideal for a payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys collaborating with HR, Finance, IT, and business stakeholders.

What You'll Be Doing

Process end-to-end payroll for salaried, temporary, fixed-rate employees, and expatriates across Canada.
Ensure timely and accurate payroll processing while maintaining payroll data integrity.
Support year-end activities, regulatory reporting, and tax filings.
Maintain and update payroll policies and procedures in accordance with applicable legislation.
Conduct payroll audits, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues promptly.
Prepare payroll reports and required submissions to government agencies.
Provide payroll guidance and support to employees and management.
Partner with HR, Finance, and IT teams to ensure efficient payroll operations.
Support payroll audits and ensure compliance with internal controls and best practices.
Identify opportunities to improve payroll and time management processes.
Collaborate with payroll team members to foster a high-performing and supportive team environment.

What We're Looking For

✅ 6-10 years of payroll experience, including in-house payroll processing

✅ Experience managing multi-provincial and multi-cycle payrolls

✅ Strong knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation and compliance requirements

✅ Professional Payroll Certification (PCP or CPP) is highly preferred

✅ Experience with large ERP payroll systems; SAP Payroll or SAP SuccessFactors experience is an asset

✅ Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for reporting and data analysis

✅ Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with exceptional attention to detail

✅ Excellent communication and customer service skills

✅ Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

✅ Self-starter who can work independently and collaboratively

✅ Must be legally eligible to work in Canada

Why Apply?

Competitive hourly rate
Long-term 12-month contract opportunity
Work with a well-established Canadian organization
Exposure to complex, multi-provincial payroll operations
Collaborative and professional team environment

If you are a detail-oriented payroll professional with extensive Canadian payroll experience and a passion for accuracy, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today.

Use AI for Hiring: Our recruitment process for this role includes the use of AI-based tools to help evaluate candidate qualifications and screen applications.

Why Kelly?

At Kelly®, we’re committed to finding rewarding opportunities that help you thrive - both professionally and personally. We partner with leading organizations across industries, connecting talented individuals to roles that fit their skills, interests, and goals. As part of the Kelly team, you’ll have access to a diverse network, ongoing career support, and resources to help you succeed. We value inclusion, respect, and work-life balance, and we offer competitive pay and benefits. Join us and discover what’s next for your career!

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Responsibilities

Process payroll for Canadian employees and expatriates, maintain accurate payroll data, and support year-end activities, tax filings, regulatory reporting, and government submissions. Conduct audits, resolve discrepancies, advise employees and management, collaborate with HR, Finance, and IT, and improve payroll processes while ensuring compliance.

Requirements

Requires 6–10 years of payroll experience, including in-house processing and multi-provincial, multi-cycle payroll, plus strong knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation. PCP or CPP certification is highly preferred; experience with large ERP payroll systems, SAP Payroll or SuccessFactors, and advanced Excel is an asset, along with strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.

Skills

End-to-End Payroll Processing
Canadian Payroll Legislation
Multi-Provincial Payroll
Expatriate Payroll
Payroll Compliance
Payroll Auditing
Regulatory Reporting
Tax Filings
Payroll Data Integrity
SAP Payroll
SAP SuccessFactors
Microsoft Excel
Payroll Reporting
Problem-Solving
Attention to Detail
Customer Service

Benefits

Vacation Pay

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Keywords

Payroll Specialist
Payroll Processing
Canadian Payroll
Expatriate Payroll
Multi-Provincial Payroll
Multi-Cycle Payroll
Payroll Legislation
Payroll Compliance
Payroll Audits
Year-End Payroll
Regulatory Reporting
Tax Filings
Government Submissions
Payroll Policies and Procedures
Payroll Data Integrity
Payroll Reporting
SAP Payroll
SAP SuccessFactors
ERP Systems
Microsoft Excel
PCP Certification
CPP Certification
Time Management Processes
Internal Controls
Energy Industry

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