Payroll Specialist

Talentify; Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading talent solutions company is seeking a Payroll Specialist to ensure accurate payroll processing for multiple international locations. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience with strong knowledge of international payroll practices and compliance regulations. You will work closely with HR, Finance, and external payroll providers to maintain records and ensure adherence to local laws. This is a contract position based in Calgary, AB, with a pay range of $25.00 - $30.00/hr.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in international payroll, ideally in a multi-country environment.
• Payroll certification (FPC, CPP, or international equivalents) is an asset.
• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for multiple international locations in accordance with local laws.
• Review, audit, and validate payroll data including compensation and bonuses.
• Collaborate with third-party payroll providers for accurate submissions.

Skills

International payroll compliance

Data management

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ADP

Workday

SAP

Job description

Payroll Specialist

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for employees across multiple countries. This role requires strong knowledge of international payroll practices, compliance regulations, and systems. The specialist will work closely with local payroll vendors, internal HR and Finance teams, and ensure adherence to global standards and local laws.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for multiple international locations in accordance with local laws and company policies.
• Review, audit, and validate payroll data including compensation, bonuses, benefits, and taxes.
• Collaborate with third-party payroll providers, ensuring accurate and timely submissions.
• Serve as the main point of contact for payroll-related inquiries for assigned countries.
• Ensure compliance with local tax laws, statutory filings, labor regulations, and social security requirements.
• Reconcile payroll reports, general ledger entries, and prepare audit documentation as needed.
• Assist in implementing global payroll processes and systems improvements.
• Support global mobility and expatriate payroll processing if applicable.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation for audits and internal controls.
• Partner with HR, Finance, and Legal to align payroll operations with broader business initiatives.
• Stay current with changes in local payroll legislation and communicate relevant updates to stakeholders.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in international payroll, ideally in a multi-country environment.
• Strong understanding of international payroll compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Experience managing relationships with external payroll vendors.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other data management tools.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Payroll certification (FPC, CPP, or international equivalents) is an asset.
• Familiarity with global payroll systems such as ADP, Workday, SAP, or similar.
• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle confidential information with integrity.
• Excellent communication skills in English (additional languages a plus).

Work Environment

The work environment involves close collaboration with diverse teams across HR, Finance, and Legal departments. The role requires proficiency in using advanced payroll systems and software, with a focus on maintaining confidentiality and compliance with global standards. The position emphasizes a detail-oriented approach in an international setting, where effective communication and independent problem-solving are crucial.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Calgary, AB.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Calgary,AB.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter fournit des solutions de talent de classe mondiale à des milliers de clients à travers le monde. Spécialisés dans la comptabilité, la finance, les ressources humaines, l’acquisition de talents, la chaîne d’approvisionnement et certaines professions administratives, nous étendons les capacités des entreprises à la pointe de l'industrie. Nous nous appuyons sur notre profonde expertise en matière de recrutement et sur notre réseau expansif pour répondre aux besoins évolutifs de nos clients et de notre communauté de talents avec agilité et excellence. Avec des bureaux aux États-Unis, au Canada, en Asie-Pacifique et en Europe, Aston Carter est au service d’un grand nombre d’entreprises du Fortune 500. Nous sommes fiers d’avoir remporté le double diamant ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® pour notre service aux clients et aux talents.

Aston Carter est un employeur souscrivant au principe de l’égalité des chances et accepte toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, des origines nationales, du statut d’ancien combattant, d’un handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité sexuelle, des renseignements génétiques ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.

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Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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