Payroll Coordinator

Executrade – Your Recruitment Specialists; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm in Western Canada is seeking a Payroll Coordinator in South Edmonton. The role involves processing bi-weekly payroll, ensuring compliance with tax legislation, and utilizing Dayforce as a primary tool. Ideal candidates should have 4+ years of payroll experience, advanced Excel skills, and a strong attention to detail. This position offers a permanent, in-office opportunity with a competitive salary range.

Qualifications

• 4 years of payroll experience, preferably in a multi-provincial or multi-territory setting.
• Certifications and education considered an asset.
• Previous experience with a comprehensive HRIS platform; experience with Dayforce is a must.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and process bi-weekly payroll using Dayforce.
• Ensure payroll activities align with provincial and federal tax legislation.
• Prepare Records of Employment (ROEs) and support employee offboarding.

Skills

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Attention to detail

Strong interpersonal communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Resourcefulness

Education

4 years of payroll experience

PCP or CPM certification

Tools

Dayforce

Job description

Overview

Payroll Coordinator - South Edmonton

Type: In-Office | Permanent

Base pay range: CA$70,000.00/yr - CA$78,000.00/yr

This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented payroll professional to join a finance team in a role that ensures employees are paid accurately and on time—making a meaningful difference in the employee experience while supporting business operations across multiple provinces and territories.

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Key Responsibilities

• Payroll Processing
  • Prepare, review, and process bi-weekly payroll using Dayforce, ensuring accuracy for all employee groups.
  • Maintain accurate payroll records and validate data from timekeeping, benefits, and compensation systems.
  • Reconcile payroll inputs such as benefits, deductions, and timesheets, addressing discrepancies in a timely manner.
  • Process benefit premium payments and conduct regular payroll audits.
• Compliance & Reporting
  • Ensure payroll activities align with provincial and federal tax legislation and employment standards across Alberta, BC, Saskatchewan, and Yukon.
  • Prepare year-end reports, including T4s and other statutory documentation.
  • Support internal and external audits by providing necessary payroll records and compliance documentation.
• Termination & Employee Lifecycle Support
  • Prepare Records of Employment (ROEs), calculate final pay, and support employee offboarding in collaboration with HR.
  • Ensure proper handling of vacation and sick leave balances at time of termination or transition.
• Data Analysis & Ad Hoc Reporting
  • Utilize Excel and Dayforce to extract, analyze, and interpret payroll data.
  • Generate dashboards and reports to support decision-making for Finance, HR, and business leadership.
  • Identify trends in payroll data such as overtime usage and benefits costs to support workforce planning.
• Employee Support & Communication
  • Serve as a point of contact for payroll-related inquiries, providing clear and timely support to employees and managers.
  • Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to troubleshoot issues and improve cross-functional workflows.
• System & Process Improvement
  • Contribute to the ongoing optimization of payroll processes within the HRIS platform.
  • Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance payroll accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.

Qualifications

To succeed in this role, candidates should demonstrate the following:

• Education & Experience:
  • 4 years of payroll experience, preferably in a multi-provincial or multi-territory setting.
  • Certifications and education considered an asset (PCP, CPM and other post secondary education).
  • Previous experience with a comprehensive HRIS platform; experience with Dayforce is a must.
• Technical Skills:
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, formulas, data validation, and reconciliations).
  • Dayforce experience is a requirement.
  • Solid understanding of payroll regulations, taxation, and employment standards across Western Canada.
  • High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy under tight deadlines.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Resourceful, curious, and proactive in solving problems and improving processes.
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex payroll matters clearly.

About Us

Executrade is one of Western Canada’s most comprehensive full-service recruitment firms, with over 50 years of expertise in connecting talented professionals with leading organizations.

We are proud to apply principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all our recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all candidates. Our commitment to these values enables us to match organizations with a diverse range of top talent, fostering workplace cultures that thrive on innovation, collaboration, and respect.

In accordance with Canadian immigration laws, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Learn more: www.cic.gc.ca.

Additional Details

• Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
• Greater Edmonton Metropolitan Area
• Job postings: 1 week ago; 1 month ago