Hybrid Compensation Administrator (Contract) - Payroll

Conestoga College; Kitchener; Hybrid; CAD 76,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodations for disabilities

Job summary

Conestoga College in Ontario is seeking a Compensation Administration Specialist (Contract) to support end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time.

Working within the Total Rewards Team, you will input data into the payroll system, balance deductions, and handle government reporting, year-end activities, and related compliance tasks. The role combines on-campus presence with remote work on a hybrid schedule.

Qualifications

• Two-year diploma in Business Administration or Accounting is required.
• National Payroll Institute PCP designation is required; PLP designation is a plus.
• Five years of full-cycle payroll experience required.
• Knowledge of CRA payroll regulations and confidentiality required.

Responsibilities

• Handle employee payroll inquiries and confidential requests daily.
• Interpret collective agreement requirements for payroll actions.
• Process regular and additional payments including overtime and leave top-ups.
• Administer pension calculations and CAAT pension forms.
• Balance payroll data with HR systems and general ledger.
• Prepare year-end reconciliation and government reporting.

Skills

Excellent communication

Confidentiality

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Two-year diploma in Business Administration or Accounting

Tools

ADP payroll

Microsoft Excel

Payroll systems

Macros (Excel)

Job description

Conestoga College in Ontario is seeking a Compensation Administration Specialist (Contract) to support end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time.

Working within the Total Rewards Team, you will input data into the payroll system, balance deductions, and handle government reporting, year-end activities, and related compliance tasks. The role combines on-campus presence with remote work on a hybrid schedule.