Accounting & finance jobs in Canada

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Counted Nov 4, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 10,378
Employers: 3,483

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $79,995Across 1,084 listings
Average starting payCAD / hour: $34.50Across 558 listings
Average starting payUSD / year: $72,621Across 66 listings
Average starting payCAD / month: $6,864Across 24 listings
Average starting payUSD / hour: $25.81Across 10 listings

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

Where work happens

Remote: 1%135 listings
Hybrid: 24%2,516 listings
On-site: 74%7,694 listings

Not specified: <1% (33 listings)

Employers hiring include RBC (362), Scotiabank (329), CIBC (286).

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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Senior Financial Analyst
Aston Carter
AB · Edmonton, Alberta
- $100,000 to $115,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Junior Accountant
Aston Carter
Calgary, AB
- $33.65 to $36.05 CAD / hour
- Contract
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- Full-time
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CIBC
High River, AB
- Full-time
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Finance Director
Aston Carter
Toronto, ON
- $70 to $75 CAD / hour
- Contract
The Finance Director leads core financial reporting, regulatory reporting, and FP&A activities while playing a key role in ongoing finance transformation initiatives. This role oversees…
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Drummondville, QC
- Full-time
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Prairie Valley School Division
Canada
- Part-time
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Cornwall, ON
- Part-time
Finance, Procurement, and Material Management
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Cornwall, ON
- Full-time
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Windsor, ON
- Full-time
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North Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
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Banking Advisor
National Bank of Canada
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
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Nova Scotia Health Authority
Kentville, NS
- Internship
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- Full-time
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Accounting Manager
Kassen Recruitment
Medicine Hat, AB
- Full-time
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Vertex Resource Group

Payroll Administrator

Sherwood Park, AB, T8H 0G2, Canada

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Job details

Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 30, 2026

Original job description

With these two words, Vertex makes the promise that we will always be versatile in developing solutions to our clients’ unique needs and that we will always demonstrate expertise in our designated fields.

Since 1962, Vertex has been a leading North American provider of environmental services. With over 50 years of expertise, Vertex helps clients achieve their development goals through our versatile suite of services. From the initial site selection, consultation and regulatory approval, through the construction, operation and maintenance phases, to conclusion and environmental cleanup, Vertex offers a diverse range of services throughout the lifecycle of our clients’ projects.

OVERVIEW

Vertex is currently accepting applications for one full-time, permanent Payroll Administrator. The successful candidate must have a minimum two years of previous payroll experience and will work closely with other members of the payroll team to ensure accurate and timely process of all payrolls and payroll related duties.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum two years of full-cycle payroll experience, processing both hourly and salaried payroll in a multi-province environment
Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) designation through the National Payroll Institute completed or in progress is preferred
Working knowledge of provincial Employment Standards legislation, CRA remittance requirements, and year-end reporting (T4s, ROEs)
Experience with a payroll/HRIS platform and timekeeping systems; comfortable learning new software quickly
Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data validation and reconciliation) with overall proficiency in the MS Office suite
High degree of accuracy and attention to detail when handling large volumes of time and pay data
Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines in a fast-paced, cyclical environment
Professional discretion and sound judgment when handling confidential employee and compensation information
Clear, professional verbal and written communication skills, with a service-oriented approach to answering employee pay inquiries
Experience with field, camp or rotational workforces and complex pay rules (overtime, shift premiums, LOA, per diems) is an asset

RESPONSIBILITIES

Process bi-weekly hourly and salaried payroll from start to finish, including importing and validating timesheet data, applying pay rules, and auditing pre- and post-processing reports for accuracy
Set up new hires in the payroll system and maintain accurate employee records, including rate changes, transfers, terminations, direct deposit and tax information
Review and reconcile hours, earnings, deductions and benefit premiums each pay period, following up with field managers and supervisors to resolve discrepancies before payroll close
Calculate and remit source deductions, WCB premiums and other statutory remittances within required deadlines
Prepare Records of Employment, process TD1 forms, and respond to CRA, Service Canada and third-party requests for payroll information
Support year-end processes, including T4 preparation, balancing and filing, and pension/benefit reconciliations
Prepare payroll journal entries, accruals and month-end reports for Finance, and compile statistical reports as requested
Maintain organized, audit-ready payroll documentation in compliance with statutory retention requirements and company policy
Respond promptly and professionally to employee pay inquiries, explaining pay calculations, deductions and policies in plain language
Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and controls, and assist with system updates and testing
Perform other related duties as assigned by management

LOCATION

This position will be based out of Sherwood Park, AB

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Compensation is commensurate with education and experience

With a track record of success, Vertex provides a fast-paced environment where people thrive. We recognize that each member brings a valuable skillset to the Vertex team and we make health, safety and community well-being a priority by supporting numerous endeavors at each of our locations across North America. At Vertex, we value teamwork through collaboration and provide support across the entire organization. If you think you have what it takes to play for the Vertex team, please apply.

*We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however only those selected for interviews will be contacted*

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Responsibilities

The Payroll Administrator is responsible for processing bi-weekly hourly and salaried payroll, including validating timesheet data and auditing reports. They also maintain employee records, handle statutory remittances, and support year-end processes such as T4 preparation.

Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum of two years of full-cycle payroll experience and proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel. A Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) designation is preferred, along with knowledge of provincial employment legislation and payroll software.

Skills

Full-cycle payroll
Payroll compliance
CRA remittance
Year-end reporting
HRIS platform
Timekeeping systems
Excel
Pivot tables
VLOOKUP
Data validation
Reconciliation
Organizational skills
Time management
Communication skills
Attention to detail

Benefits

Health and safety support
Community well-being support

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Keywords

Payroll
HRIS
Timekeeping
Excel
Pivot tables
VLOOKUP
XLOOKUP
CRA
T4
ROE
Employment standards
Statutory remittances
WCB
Payroll compliance
Journal entries
Accruals
Month-end reporting
Data reconciliation
Payroll administration
Employee records

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