- We are looking for a highly motivated Payroll Specialist to join a growing team located in Markham. Position: Payroll Specialist Location: MarkhamType: 6 months contract with a high potential to convert permanent Do you have experience processing high-volume biweekly payroll?Do you have strong experience with Ceridian Dayforce?Are you confident in your knowledge of Canadian Payroll and have excellent attention to detail?If you said yes, look no further, weWe are looking for a highly motivated Payroll Specialist to join a growing team located in Markham. Position: Payroll Specialist Location: MarkhamType: 6 months contract with a high potential to convert permanent Do you have experience processing high-volume biweekly payroll?Do you have strong experience with Ceridian Dayforce?Are you confident in your knowledge of Canadian Payroll and have excellent attention to detail?If you said yes, look no further, we
- We are looking for a highly motivated Payroll Specialist to join a growing team located in Etobicoke. Position: Payroll Specialist Location: Etobicoke, close to the airport Type: 3 months contract with a high potential to convert permanent Do you have experience processing high-volume biweekly payroll?Do you have strong experience with Ceridian Dayforce?Are you confident in your knowledge of Canadian Payroll and have excellent attention to detail?If you saWe are looking for a highly motivated Payroll Specialist to join a growing team located in Etobicoke. Position: Payroll Specialist Location: Etobicoke, close to the airport Type: 3 months contract with a high potential to convert permanent Do you have experience processing high-volume biweekly payroll?Do you have strong experience with Ceridian Dayforce?Are you confident in your knowledge of Canadian Payroll and have excellent attention to detail?If you sa
- We are looking for a highly motivated Payroll Specialist to join a Retail team located in Mississauga. Position: Payroll Specialist Location: MississaugaIndustry: RetailDo you have experience processing high-volume biweekly payroll?Do you have strong experience with ADP WFN and Ceridian Dayforce?Are you confident in your knowledge of Canadian Payroll and have excellent attention to detail?If you said yes, look no further, we have the right position for youWe are looking for a highly motivated Payroll Specialist to join a Retail team located in Mississauga. Position: Payroll Specialist Location: MississaugaIndustry: RetailDo you have experience processing high-volume biweekly payroll?Do you have strong experience with ADP WFN and Ceridian Dayforce?Are you confident in your knowledge of Canadian Payroll and have excellent attention to detail?If you said yes, look no further, we have the right position for you
- Job title: Payroll CoordinatorPosition type: PermanentLocation: Downtown MontrealJob descriptionWe are looking for an experienced payroll specialist to join our client's team. The incumbent will play a central role in the processing and management of payroll for a dynamic organization. Working closely with various departments, including operations and event management, you will help ensure accurate and compliant payroll for all employees. This full-time poJob title: Payroll CoordinatorPosition type: PermanentLocation: Downtown MontrealJob descriptionWe are looking for an experienced payroll specialist to join our client's team. The incumbent will play a central role in the processing and management of payroll for a dynamic organization. Working closely with various departments, including operations and event management, you will help ensure accurate and compliant payroll for all employees. This full-time po
- Title: Payroll TechnicianSalary: 70-85K (Relative to Experience)Location: LasalleStart: ASAPAre you looking for a new challenge and have experience as a Payroll Technician/Specialist? Do you like working in a fast paced environment? If so, the Payroll Technician/Specialist position is ideal for you!AdvantagesDynamic Team environmentLarge CompanyOpportunities for GrowthCompetitive SalaryHybridResponsibilitiesProcess, reconcile and audit bi-weekly payroll foTitle: Payroll TechnicianSalary: 70-85K (Relative to Experience)Location: LasalleStart: ASAPAre you looking for a new challenge and have experience as a Payroll Technician/Specialist? Do you like working in a fast paced environment? If so, the Payroll Technician/Specialist position is ideal for you!AdvantagesDynamic Team environmentLarge CompanyOpportunities for GrowthCompetitive SalaryHybridResponsibilitiesProcess, reconcile and audit bi-weekly payroll fo
- Payroll Specialist - HamiltonWe are currently recruiting for a Payroll Specialist for a company in Hamilton. Do you have experience in payroll in a union environment? Do you excel at tasks that require attention to detail and enjoy working with a fun team? Then we have an opportunity for you!This position would involve data entry for employees time, processing employees leaves, and generating ROEs forms. This role is a 6 month contract with the opportunityPayroll Specialist - HamiltonWe are currently recruiting for a Payroll Specialist for a company in Hamilton. Do you have experience in payroll in a union environment? Do you excel at tasks that require attention to detail and enjoy working with a fun team? Then we have an opportunity for you!This position would involve data entry for employees time, processing employees leaves, and generating ROEs forms. This role is a 6 month contract with the opportunity
- We have an exciting role with a long-standing company based in Mississauga. Our client is seeking a contract Payroll Clerk to join their organization within the week for a temporary role .The Payroll Clerk will report to the Payroll Manager and will be part of the overall finance department.A successful candidate for this role will have experience with unionized and non-union payroll, multi-province payroll experience and exposure to payrolls of over 300We have an exciting role with a long-standing company based in Mississauga. Our client is seeking a contract Payroll Clerk to join their organization within the week for a temporary role .The Payroll Clerk will report to the Payroll Manager and will be part of the overall finance department.A successful candidate for this role will have experience with unionized and non-union payroll, multi-province payroll experience and exposure to payrolls of over 300
- Job title: Payroll CoordinatorPosition type: PermanentLocation: Downtown MontrealJob descriptionWe are looking for an experienced payroll specialist to join our client's team. The incumbent will play a central role in the processing and management of payroll for a dynamic organization. Working closely with various departments, including operations and event management, you will help ensure accurate and compliant payroll for all employees. This full-time poJob title: Payroll CoordinatorPosition type: PermanentLocation: Downtown MontrealJob descriptionWe are looking for an experienced payroll specialist to join our client's team. The incumbent will play a central role in the processing and management of payroll for a dynamic organization. Working closely with various departments, including operations and event management, you will help ensure accurate and compliant payroll for all employees. This full-time po
- Are you a Payroll Specialist in the GTA, looking for your next exciting contract opportunity? Do you have 3+ years of Ceridian Dayforce, year-end Payroll experience and a great attitude? If so, we want to speak with you. Randstad has partnered with a reputable organization, looking for year-end Payroll support with the potential to extend or turn into a permanent role. Ideal applicants will be proficient with Ceridian Dayforce, have managed stand alone, fuAre you a Payroll Specialist in the GTA, looking for your next exciting contract opportunity? Do you have 3+ years of Ceridian Dayforce, year-end Payroll experience and a great attitude? If so, we want to speak with you. Randstad has partnered with a reputable organization, looking for year-end Payroll support with the potential to extend or turn into a permanent role. Ideal applicants will be proficient with Ceridian Dayforce, have managed stand alone, fu
- Are you a skilled Payroll Specialist seeking a new and exciting contract opportunity? Do you have 3+ years of experience and a positive attitude? If so, we'd love to hear from you! Randstad has partnered with a reputable Toronto-based company for this role who is looking for year-end Payroll support with the potential to extend or turn into a permanent role.Ideal applicants will have experience with ERP systems, have benefits administration experience andAre you a skilled Payroll Specialist seeking a new and exciting contract opportunity? Do you have 3+ years of experience and a positive attitude? If so, we'd love to hear from you! Randstad has partnered with a reputable Toronto-based company for this role who is looking for year-end Payroll support with the potential to extend or turn into a permanent role.Ideal applicants will have experience with ERP systems, have benefits administration experience and
- Title: Payroll TechnicianSalary: 70-85K (Relative to Experience)Location: West IslandStart: ASAPAre you looking for a new challenge and have experience as a Payroll Technician/Specialist? Do you like working in a fast paced environment? If so, the Payroll Technician/Specialist position is ideal for you!AdvantagesDynamic Team environmentLarge CompanyOpportunities for GrowthCompetitive SalaryResponsibilitiesProcess bi-weekly payrolls for several provinces anTitle: Payroll TechnicianSalary: 70-85K (Relative to Experience)Location: West IslandStart: ASAPAre you looking for a new challenge and have experience as a Payroll Technician/Specialist? Do you like working in a fast paced environment? If so, the Payroll Technician/Specialist position is ideal for you!AdvantagesDynamic Team environmentLarge CompanyOpportunities for GrowthCompetitive SalaryResponsibilitiesProcess bi-weekly payrolls for several provinces an
- Are you a Payroll Specialist in the Etobicoke or surrounding area with a strong understanding of UKG and previous implementation experience? Are you available to work on site 2x per week with work from home options for the remainder of the week? If so, we want to talk with you!We are partnering with a reputable organization in the Etobicoke area, who are looking for Payroll support. This is starting off as a temporary/contract role but has great potentiAre you a Payroll Specialist in the Etobicoke or surrounding area with a strong understanding of UKG and previous implementation experience? Are you available to work on site 2x per week with work from home options for the remainder of the week? If so, we want to talk with you!We are partnering with a reputable organization in the Etobicoke area, who are looking for Payroll support. This is starting off as a temporary/contract role but has great potenti
- Are you a payroll specialist in the GTA looking for your next exciting contract opportunity? Do you have 3+ years of ADP experience and a great attitude?Randstad has partnered with a reputable client that is searching for a candidate that is skilled in the production of accurate and timely payroll for employees, can communicate effectively, and deliver strong internal customer service while working in a deadline-driven environment. Comprehensive knowledgeAre you a payroll specialist in the GTA looking for your next exciting contract opportunity? Do you have 3+ years of ADP experience and a great attitude?Randstad has partnered with a reputable client that is searching for a candidate that is skilled in the production of accurate and timely payroll for employees, can communicate effectively, and deliver strong internal customer service while working in a deadline-driven environment. Comprehensive knowledge
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- Our client, a leader in Healthcare Services, is seeking a dedicated Senior Payroll & Benefits Specialist to manage the full payroll cycle for both salaried and unionized employees. This role is vital for ensuring accurate payroll processing, general ledger management, and year-end functions. The successful candidate will also support the Chief Financial Officer in obtaining and processing financial data for budgets, reports, and other assignments.AdvantageOur client, a leader in Healthcare Services, is seeking a dedicated Senior Payroll & Benefits Specialist to manage the full payroll cycle for both salaried and unionized employees. This role is vital for ensuring accurate payroll processing, general ledger management, and year-end functions. The successful candidate will also support the Chief Financial Officer in obtaining and processing financial data for budgets, reports, and other assignments.Advantage
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all about payroll specialists
As a payroll specialist, you work with sensitive data, and accuracy and confidentiality is of the utmost importance. Your job will include data entry, payroll reporting, assisting employees with payroll and benefits inquires, and administering company payroll and benefits. Your position could involve other accounting related tasks and can evolve as your organization’s structure and accounting needs change over time.
what being a payroll specialist entails
Payroll specialists typically work a standard work week (9-5) in an office setting. Depending on your role and the type of company you work for, such as an HR consulting company, you may administer payroll for more than one company or work remotely on occasion. You will report to the payroll manager or HR manager, and execute the tasks assigned to you by them.
average payroll specialist salaries
The average salary for a payroll specialist in Canada is just over $50,000 annually. On the lower end, and when you are new to the position, you can expect a starting salary of about $40,000. With a number of years’ experience, you can expect to make up to $70,000 per year. You may also qualify for bonuses and profit sharing, depending on the company you work for. You could make more than the average salary if you work in the Toronto region or Alberta, where salaries tend to skew up.
your day to day tasks
As part of your role as a payroll specialist, you will have a set number of tasks that are required to be executed at certain times during the week to ensure payroll is sent on time. Common day-to-day tasks include:
- daily payroll tasks
- processing payroll documentation
- collecting employee time cards
- addressing employee payroll inquiries
- adding new employees and update employee files
- managing workflows to ensure payroll transactions are processed on time
- ensuring payroll is in compliance with tax rules and regulations
- updating bank statements and other financial records
where you can work
Payroll specialists are needed for companies of all sizes. Small and medium sized companies, large corporations and all other businesses require payroll specialists to administer pay to their employees.
You could also work as an independent contractor for a number of companies part time. Positions are available across the country, however, you will have more opportunities in larger cities such as Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal due to the larger number of companies in these areas.
what you bring to the table
Payroll specialists require a strong finance and accounting acumen as well as strong interpersonal skills. In accounting and HR, you work with people and with numbers. Here are some of the most important skills you will need to be successful in your job:
- experience using general ledger and accounting software
- experience with payroll systems, Microsoft Excel and spreadsheets
- accounting and payroll administration
- people management
- strong communication skills
- ability to manage and deal with sensitive information
- problem solving skills
- effective time management,
- prioritization and organization
training and certifications
An academic background in accounting is a must to work as a payroll specialist. While some positions may only require a high school diploma, it is recommended that you obtain a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business administration.
If you plan to move up into accounting management positions and further your career, working toward a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation is an asset. The more education, accounting skills, and experience you can obtain, the greater chance you will have to progress your career. Check with the company you want to work with for specific training and academic requirements. Some companies may offer specific training once you are hired.
where your career is headed
Payroll specialists commonly move on to more senior payroll positions such as payroll supervisor, payroll manager, and later, on to roles such as payroll and benefits coordinator, payroll and benefits manager, and human resources manager.