Payroll Specialist

ALSTOM Gruppe; Montreal; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in transport solutions is seeking a Payroll Specialist in Montreal. Your role involves ensuring accurate payroll processing, providing legislative guidance, and collaborating with HR and Finance teams. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree, 3+ years of payroll experience, and strong knowledge of Canadian legislation. Join us in connecting cities and promoting greener mobility.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in payroll or similar roles.
• Strong understanding of Canadian payroll legislation.
• Solid knowledge of payroll and finance reconciliation processes.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely execution of payroll processes.
• Provide guidance on payroll legislation.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance to resolve payroll queries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Payroll legislation expertise

Team collaboration

Proactive attitude

Bilingual (English and French)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Human Resources

Tools

ADP Global View

Job description

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Payroll Specialist

Date: 8 Sept 2025

Location: Montreal, CA

Company: Alstom

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Your future role

Step into a role where precision meets purpose. As a Payroll Specialist, you’ll bring your keen attention to detail and passion for accuracy to a collaborative and supportive team. You’ll play a vital part in ensuring timely and compliant payroll processing, becoming a trusted partner in delivering a seamless employee experience and maintaining financial integrity across the organization.

What You’ll Do

• Ensure accurate and timely execution of payroll processes within biweekly cycles.
• Provide expert guidance to Tier 1 colleagues on payroll legislation and complex calculations.
• Navigate multiple systems efficiently to meet operational and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including HR, Finance, and HR Operations to resolve payroll-related queries.
• Foster a culture of teamwork, knowledge-sharing, and continuous improvement.
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure alignment and transparency.
• Deliver on key deadlines and contribute to achieving broader organizational goals.

About You

We believe attitude and potential matter just as much as experience. If you're passionate about payroll and eager to grow, we want to hear from you.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in payroll or similar roles.
• Strong understanding of Canadian payroll legislation and compliance standards.
• Proficiency in payroll systems (ADP Global View experience is a plus).
• Solid knowledge of payroll and finance reconciliation processes.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and a strong team player.
• Committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Bilingual in English and French is preferred.

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.