Payroll Administrator

Altis; St. Catharines; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Altis is seeking a Payroll Specialist for a six-month contract in Canada. The role is hybrid, located in St. Catharines or Toronto, ON, and requires strong English communication.

You will oversee full-cycle payroll administration, collaborating with HR, Finance, and external vendors to ensure accurate and timely payments. The position emphasizes compliance with CRA, ESA, and payroll policies, with opportunities to optimize processes and support financial reporting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related HR or payroll experience.
• Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation required; CPM designation strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation, CRA requirements, ESA, and compensation practices.
• Bachelor's degree in business administration or accounting is an asset; proficiency with MS Office and tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end biweekly payroll processing from timesheets to GL posting.
• Ensure compliance with CRA requirements, ESA, and internal payroll policies.
• Prepare ROE, remittances, T4s, pension adjustments and year-end reconciliations.
• Administer taxable benefits, leaves, severance, and incentive payments.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and collaborate with Finance on reporting and audits.
• Partner with HR and external vendors to resolve inquiries and improve processes.

Skills

Payroll experience

Excel skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree (asset)

Tools

Power Platform

Copilot

AI productivity tools

Job description

Payroll Specialist | 6-Month Contract

Location: St. Catharines OR Toronto, ON (Hybrid)
Language: Strong written and verbal English communication skills
Duration: 6-month contract

About the Opportunity

Are you a detail-oriented payroll professional who thrives on accuracy, problem-solving, and delivering an exceptional employee experience? We're seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to join a collaborative, people-focused financial services organization for a six-month contract.

In this role, you'll oversee full-cycle payroll administration while partnering closely with HR, Finance, and external vendors. Your expertise will help ensure employees are paid accurately and on time, while supporting compliance, process improvements, and financial reporting.

What's In It for You

Join an inclusive, supportive workplace that values collaboration, continuous learning, and fresh ideas. You'll gain exposure to complex payroll operations, work alongside experienced professionals, and enjoy a flexible hybrid environment that encourages meaningful connections.

Your Responsibilities

• You’ll manage end-to-end biweekly payroll processing, from timesheet entry through general ledger posting.


• You’ll ensure compliance with CRA requirements, employment standards legislation, and internal payroll policies.


• You’ll prepare Records of Employment, government remittances, T4s, pension adjustments, and year-end reconciliations.


• You’ll administer taxable benefits, paid leaves, severance calculations, and incentive payments.


• Will reconcile payroll accounts, investigate discrepancies, and collaborate with Finance on reporting and audits.


• Will partner with HR teams and external payroll vendors to resolve complex inquiries and improve processes.

Skills and Qualifications

• 5+ years of related HR or payroll experience, preferably in a similar role.


• Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation required; Certified Payroll Manager (CPM) designation strongly preferred.


• Strong knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation, CRA requirements, Employment Standards Act (ESA), and compensation practices.


• Proven financial reporting, general ledger reconciliation, and accounting principles knowledge.


• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.


• Strong analytical thinking, organization, confidentiality, and communication skills, with the ability to meet strict deadlines.


• Bachelor's degree in business administration or accounting is an asset, along with familiarity with Microsoft Power Platform, Copilot, and AI-enabled productivity tools.

Why Partner with Altis

If youve never worked with a staffing agency before, we make it easy. We work with top employers across Canada who have great jobs to fill, each vetted and verified by our team. When you apply for a job with Altis, we get to know you as a candidate and learn what your strengths are. Then, if youre a solid match, we handle all the logistics, advocating for you as a candidate for the role, providing access to coaching and connecting you directly with the hiring manager. And rest assured, all our services are free of cost for candidates.

We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.