Payroll Specialist Needed (Canada – Alberta)
Budget: $15 – $25 CAD
Overview
We are seeking a locally based Payroll Specialist (Canada – Alberta) to manage and administer all standard payroll functions for our organization.
The role requires strong knowledge of Canadian payroll regulations, with specific expertise in Alberta employment standards, taxation, and compliance requirements.
The contractor will ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing across all employees and contractors.
Core Responsibilities
Process full-cycle payroll on a bi-weekly or monthly basis
Maintain accurate employee payroll records (earnings, deductions, benefits, allowances)
Calculate and process:
Salaries and hourly wages
Overtime, bonuses, commissions
Vacation pay and statutory holiday pay
Administer employee deductions, including:
Income tax (CRA)
CPP (Canada Pension Plan)
EI (Employment Insurance)
Benefits and other deductions
Compliance & Reporting
Ensure full compliance with:
Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) requirements
Alberta Employment Standards Code
Prepare and file all required payroll remittances:
Source deductions (CRA)
Employer contributions
Manage year-end reporting, including:
T4 preparation and submission
Records of Employment (ROEs)
Maintain audit-ready payroll documentation and records
Systems & Administration
Manage payroll systems and ensure data integrity
Coordinate with finance for:
Payroll reconciliation
General ledger integration
Maintain employee onboarding and offboarding payroll processes
Handle payroll-related inquiries from employees
Additional Responsibilities
Ensure confidentiality and secure handling of payroll data
Support internal reporting and payroll analytics as required
Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation
Assist with scaling payroll processes as the company grows
Qualifications
Based in Canada (Alberta preferred)
Strong knowledge of:
Canadian payroll legislation
Alberta employment standards
Experience with full-cycle payroll processing
Familiarity with CRA remittance and reporting requirements
PCP (Payroll Compliance Practitioner) designation is an asset
Engagement Structure
Flexible engagement (contract / part-time / ongoing support)
Ability to scale with company growth
Availability for periodic reporting and compliance deadlines
We are seeking a locally based Payroll Specialist (Canada – Alberta) to manage and administer all standard payroll functions for our organization.
The role requires strong knowledge of Canadian payroll regulations, with specific expertise in Alberta employment standards, taxation, and compliance requirements.
The contractor will ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing across all employees and contractors.
Core Responsibilities
Process full-cycle payroll on a bi-weekly or monthly basis
Maintain accurate employee payroll records (earnings, deductions, benefits, allowances)
Calculate and process:
Salaries and hourly wages
Overtime, bonuses, commissions
Vacation pay and statutory holiday pay
Administer employee deductions, including:
Income tax (CRA)
CPP (Canada Pension Plan)
EI (Employment Insurance)
Benefits and other deductions
Compliance & Reporting
Ensure full compliance with:
Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) requirements
Alberta Employment Standards Code
Prepare and file all required payroll remittances:
Source deductions (CRA)
Employer contributions
Manage year-end reporting, including:
T4 preparation and submission
Records of Employment (ROEs)
Maintain audit-ready payroll documentation and records
Systems & Administration
Manage payroll systems and ensure data integrity
Coordinate with finance for:
Payroll reconciliation
General ledger integration
Maintain employee onboarding and offboarding payroll processes
Handle payroll-related inquiries from employees
Additional Responsibilities
Ensure confidentiality and secure handling of payroll data
Support internal reporting and payroll analytics as required
Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation
Assist with scaling payroll processes as the company grows
Qualifications
Based in Canada (Alberta preferred)
Strong knowledge of:
Canadian payroll legislation
Alberta employment standards
Experience with full-cycle payroll processing
Familiarity with CRA remittance and reporting requirements
PCP (Payroll Compliance Practitioner) designation is an asset
Engagement Structure
Flexible engagement (contract / part-time / ongoing support)
Ability to scale with company growth
Availability for periodic reporting and compliance deadlines