Payroll Analyst

Adecco; Calgary; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco is seeking a Payroll Analyst to join our Calgary team to process payroll for Canadian employees and expatriates. You will ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency under the guidance of the Payroll Manager, in a fast-paced environment with cross-functional collaboration.

The role requires 4–8 years of Canadian payroll experience, experience with multi-provincial payroll, and proficiency in SAP Payroll or SAP SuccessFactors is a plus.

Qualifications

• 4–8 years of Canadian payroll experience.
• Experience with in-house payroll processing required.
• Experience with multi-provincial and multi-cycle payroll.
• Strong understanding of federal, provincial, and local payroll regulations.
• Experience with an ERP payroll system; SAP Payroll or SAP SuccessFactors is a plus.
• Advanced Excel for data analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process payroll for Canadian employees and expatriates.
• Maintain accuracy of payroll data and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Update payroll policies and procedures in line with laws and company policies.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and IT to integrate payroll with business processes.
• Audit payroll data, resolve discrepancies, and support year-end activities.
• Provide guidance to employees and managers on payroll-related inquiries.
• Support external auditors during payroll audits.
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll/time processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Payroll regulatory knowledge

Education

Payroll certification

Tools

SAP Payroll

SAP SuccessFactors

Job description

Adecco is looking for a Payroll Analyst reporting to the Payroll Manager, you will be responsible to process payroll for Canadian employees and all expatriates, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. The ideal candidate is highly knowledgeable about Canadian payroll regulations and possesses excellent analytical, problem-solving, customer service and communication skills. This opportunity will appeal to an individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment and who is an effective communicator that partners with team members, HR colleagues and the business.

Work Schedule: Mon- Fri, 8 hours a day - 5 days in office

One year Contract Opportunity with high possibility of extension

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and process payroll for all Canadian employees (salaried, fixed rate, temporary, expatriates) and support regulatory filing and year-end activities.
• Maintain the accuracy of all payroll related data.
• Maintain and update payroll policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with federal, provincial, and local laws, as well as company policies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including HR, Finance, and IT, to ensure seamless integration of payroll processes with other business functions.
• Conduct audits of payroll data, ensuring accuracy. Investigate data discrepancies/errors and resolve and/or escape in a timely manner.
• Assist and backup other members of the payroll team as required.
• Stay up to date with changes in Canadian payroll legislation and ensure compliance with all statutory requirements.
• Prepare and submit payroll reports, including year-end tax forms, to government authorities and internal partners.
• Handle sensitive employee information ensuring confidentiality and integrity of data.
• Provide guidance and support to employees and managers regarding payroll-related inquiries, issues, and policies.
• Collaborate with external auditors during payroll audits and ensure compliance with audit requirements.
• Collaborate and build relationships with payroll team members, supporting an efficient and high-performing work environment.
• Seeks opportunities to improve/enhance payroll and time processes, provide insights and recommendations.

Required Qualifications

• 4 - 8 years of Canadian payroll experience; proficiency running in house payroll is required.
• Professional payroll certification/designation is highly desirable.
• Experience processing multi-provincial and multi-cycle payroll.
• Strong understanding of federal, provincial, and local payroll regulations.
• Experience with a large ERP payroll system; expertise in SAP Payroll or SAP SuccessFactors is an asset.
• Robust system experience with ability to learn and adapt to new processes and technologies.
• Self-motivated individual who works well independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical skills with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Strong understanding of internal controls and payroll best practices.
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact with employees at all levels of the organization.

At Adecco our purpose is simple: to make the future work for everyone. We live our values, Passion, Collaboration, Inclusion, Courage, and Customers at Heart, by fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated and every voice matters. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities. Together, we’re making the future work for everyone.