Payroll Administrator

Altis; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Altis is seeking an experienced payroll professional to join our HR team in Ottawa for a 6-month, on-site contract. You will manage bi-weekly payroll for ~250 employees across multiple payrolls, maintain HRIS records, and support HRIS implementation activities. Excellent English communication and adherence to confidentiality are essential.

Background check required. Work will be in a real estate and property development environment with opportunities to contribute to HR initiatives and process

Qualifications

• 2+ years of progressive payroll administration experience with full-cycle ownership.
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now or another large HRIS/payroll platform.
• Working knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation and standards.
• Advanced Excel skills and data analysis abilities.
• Experience with a large payroll/HRIS system such as ADP or Ceridian.
• Strong organization, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Payroll Compliance Practitioner designation is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support full-cycle, bi-weekly payroll for ~250 hourly, salaried, and commission-based employees across multiple payrolls.
• Maintain payroll records in the HRIS (new hires, changes, leaves, terminations).
• Assist with payroll reconciliations, reporting, reimbursements, and inquiries.
• Support HR administration including onboarding, records management, and benefits.
• Contribute to HRIS implementation activities, testing and data validation.

Skills

Payroll ownership

Excel analytics

Communication

Confidentiality

Multitasking

Education

PCP designation

HR certification

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Ceridian HCM

Job description

Ottawa, ON (On-site, 5 days per week in the East end)

Language:

Excellent written and verbal English communication skills required.

Duration:

6-month contract to start, with a possibility of extension.

Background check required prior to employment.

About the Opportunity

Are you an experienced payroll professional who enjoys keeping day-to-day operations running smoothly while contributing to meaningful HR initiatives? This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established organization in the real estate and property development sector during an important HRIS transformation.

In this role, you’ll partner closely with the HR team to ensure accurate payroll processing while supporting employees across a variety of HR functions. You’ll play a key role in maintaining business continuity as the team transitions to a new HRIS platform, making a direct impact on both employees and organizational success.

What’s In It for You

Join a collaborative team that values knowledge sharing, continuous improvement, and professional growth. You’ll gain exposure to an HRIS implementation while working alongside experienced HR professionals in a supportive environment that encourages learning and development.

Your Responsibilities

• You’ll support the full-cycle, bi-weekly payroll process for approximately 250 hourly, salaried, and commission-based employees across multiple payrolls.
• You’ll maintain payroll records within the HRIS, including new hires, employee changes, leaves, and terminations.
• You’ll assist with payroll reconciliations, reporting, expense reimbursements, and employee payroll inquiries.
• You’ll support HR administration through onboarding coordination, employee records management, and benefits administration.
• You’ll contribute to HRIS implementation activities, including testing, data validation, and process improvement initiatives.

Skills and Qualifications

• 2+ years of progressive payroll administration experience, including full-cycle payroll ownership.
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now or another large HRIS/payroll platform.
• Working knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation, employment standards, and payroll best practices.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas and data analysis. Macro experience is considered an asset.
• Experience using a large payroll/HRIS system such as ADP or Ceridian.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation is considered an asset.