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).

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

Payroll administrator jobs in Canada

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Payroll Administrator - English/French
GHD Group Pty Ltd
Waterloo, ON
Our team is looking for an experienced Senior Bilingual Payroll Administrator to join us processing payroll and ensuring compliance for our Canadian division. The role will be based in our…
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Payroll Specialist
Startec
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
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Spécialiste de la paie bilingue / Bilingual Payroll Specialist
ADP
Dartmouth, NS
- Full-time
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People Operations & Payroll Specialist
Trolley
Montreal, QC
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 Specialist
PlanIT Search
Montreal, QC
- $95,000 to $110,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
We are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to ensure employees receive timely and accurate compensation. This position requires technical payroll expertise, attention to detail, and…
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Payroll Clerk
Frontier Supply Chain Solutions
Winnipeg, MB
- $35,000 to $50,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Our Winnipeg facility located in the Fort Garry Industrial Park has an opportunity for a Payroll Clerk to join our HR team in our Head Office. This is ideal for a candidate who has 1 to 2…
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Payroll Officer
Orica
Sudbury, ON
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Bilingual- Payroll Specialist
Chartwell Retirement Residences
Mississauga, ON
- $75,100 to $88,400 CAD / year
- Full-time
The incumbent is responsible for effectively and accurately processing complex biweekly payrolls in a high-volume payroll department. The incumbent will act as a resource to our residences…
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Senior Payroll Administrator
The Keg Steakhouse + Bar
Richmond, BC
- $82,000 to $92,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
We’re looking for an experienced payroll professional to join our team as a Senior Payroll Administrator. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Payroll, this role is a key member of the payroll…
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Spécialiste de la paie bilingue / Bilingual Payroll Specialist
ADP
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
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Payroll Specialist – Human Resources
Alberta Blue Cross
AB · Hybrid
- Full-time
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Payroll Administrator
Xanadu
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Payroll Specialist
WalterFedy
Hamilton, ON
- Full-time
As a Payroll Specialist, you'll play a crucial role in managing payroll processes for our multi-province integrated design firm. This position requires a strong understanding of payroll…
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Payroll Administrator
Cementation Americas
North Bay, ON
- Full-time
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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

PlanIT Search

Payroll Specialist

Montreal, QC, Canada

$95,000 to $110,000 CAD / year · Full-time

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Job details

Pay: $95,000 to $110,000 CAD / year
Job type: Full-time
Experience: 7–10 years of experience in Canadian payroll processing.
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 24, 2026

Original job description

Payroll Specialist

Location: Montreal, QC (5 days onsite for the first 3 months and then hybrid: 3 days on-site, 2 days remote)

Employment Type: Full time Permanent

Only candidates legally eligible to work in Canada without the need for visa sponsorship will be contacted.

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to ensure employees receive timely and accurate compensation. This position requires technical payroll expertise, attention to detail, and strong interpersonal skills.

Payroll Administration

Process semi-monthly payroll for all employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and federal and provincial regulations.
Manage the full payroll cycle, including timecard verification, gross-to-net calculations, statutory deductions (CPP, EI, income tax), and final pay processing.
Reconcile payroll data each cycle and investigate and resolve discrepancies.
Ensure new hires, terminations, leaves of absence, and other employee changes are accurately reflected in the payroll system, working closely with HR colleagues.
Calculate and process bonuses, overtime, commissions, retroactive pay, and other variable compensation.
Maintain employee profiles and payroll information in the system.
Coordinate with department heads to verify and approve payroll data before processing.
Liaise with external payroll providers or software support teams to resolve system issues.

Year-End & Tax Compliance

Lead the preparation, reconciliation, and distribution of year-end payroll documents, including T4s, T4As, and RL-1 slips for Quebec employees.
Ensure accurate reporting of taxable benefits, pensionable and insurable earnings, and other required information in compliance with CRA and Revenu Québec requirements.
Submit year-end filings to the CRA and Revenu Québec within prescribed deadlines, including T4 Summary and RL-1 Summary transmittals.
Manage Records of Employment (ROEs) and ensure timely submission through Service Canada.
Stay current on changes to federal and provincial payroll regulations and year-end reporting requirements.
Respond to employee inquiries regarding T4s, RL-1s, and other payroll-related tax matters.

Payroll Controls & Compliance

Design, implement, and enforce payroll internal controls, including segregation of duties, authorization levels, and pre- and post-payroll reconciliations.
Conduct regular payroll audits, maintain process documentation, and collaborate with Finance and internal audit teams to support regulatory reviews.

Other Responsibilities

Assist employees with payroll inquiries in a professional and timely manner.
Maintain records of paid leave, sick days, and other necessary deductions.
File and archive payroll documentation in accordance with retention policies.
Verify and reconcile billing statements from payroll vendors and third-party suppliers against contracts and payroll data, resolving discrepancies.
Coordinate with Finance and Accounts Payable to ensure timely payment and proper cost centre coding of approved invoices.

Qualifications

Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) certification is mandatory.
7–10 years of experience in Canadian payroll processing.
Experience with U.S. corporate income tax within a financial institution and the ability to understand corporate tax terminology and get up to speed quickly. Experience with specific U.S. tax forms is not required. Experience focused on personal income tax alone does not meet this requirement.
Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices related to payroll.
Demonstrated experience with T4, RL-1, and Canadian payroll year-end processing.
Proven ability to design and enforce payroll controls and audit procedures.
Knowledge of payroll software; ADP is preferred. Please indicate which systems you have used.
Strong attention to detail and analytical and problem-solving skills.
Professional verbal and written communication skills in English and French, to support Anglophone clients and work with Anglophone colleagues.
A college diploma or equivalent payroll training is required. A bachelor’s degree in Finance, HR, or a related field is an asset.

PlanIT is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Disclosure:

This posting represents an active and genuine vacancy with one of Plan IT’s clients and is not intended for speculative or pipeline recruitment. Plan IT and/or its clients may use AI-assisted tools from time to time to support the screening and evaluation of applications; however, these tools do not replace human judgment or decision-making at any stage of the hiring process.

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Responsibilities

Process semi-monthly payroll, reconcile payroll data, manage employee changes and variable compensation, and respond to employee payroll inquiries. Lead year-end tax reporting and filings, manage Records of Employment, and maintain payroll controls, audits, documentation, and vendor invoice reconciliations.

Requirements

Requires PCP certification, 7–10 years of Canadian payroll experience, a college diploma or equivalent payroll training, and demonstrated expertise in Canadian year-end reporting and payroll controls. Candidates must also have experience with U.S. corporate income tax in a financial institution, strong accounting knowledge, and professional English and French communication skills; ADP experience is preferred.

Skills

Canadian Payroll Processing
Payroll Administration
Payroll Reconciliation
Payroll Compliance
Year-End Payroll Reporting
T4 And RL-1 Processing
Payroll Controls
Payroll Auditing
U.S. Corporate Income Tax
Accounting Principles
ADP
Problem-Solving
Attention To Detail
English Communication
French Communication

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Keywords

Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP)
Canadian Payroll
Semi-Monthly Payroll
Payroll Administration
Timecard Verification
Gross-To-Net Calculations
Statutory Deductions
Canada Pension Plan (CPP)
Employment Insurance (EI)
T4
T4A
RL-1
CRA
Revenu Québec
Records Of Employment (ROE)
Service Canada
Payroll Controls
Segregation Of Duties
Payroll Reconciliation
Payroll Audits
U.S. Corporate Income Tax
Financial Institution
Accounting Principles
ADP
Payroll Software
Vendor Invoice Reconciliation
Cost Centre Coding
Variable Compensation
English
French

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