Senior Payroll Specialist — Full-Cycle & ERP (Vista)

Vaco by Highspring; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing solutions provider in Calgary, Alberta, seeks a Payroll Specialist with over 5 years of full-cycle payroll experience. This 14-month contract offers a salary between $70,000 and $80,000 depending on experience. Responsibilities include processing bi-weekly payroll, auditing time entries, and maintaining accurate records. The ideal candidate should be proficient with Excel, familiar with ERP systems, and hold or be pursuing a PCP certification. Join a dynamic team where your payroll expertise will be valued.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in full-cycle payroll processing.
• Experience with larger ERP systems preferred.
• Proficient in Excel using vlookups and pivots.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Review deductions and ensure timely remittances.
• Audit system time entries for accuracy before posting.
• Compile payroll data and assist with year-end processing.
• Maintain records of new hires and terminations.

Skills

Full-cycle payroll experience

Proficiency with Excel

Knowledge of payroll regulations

Education

PCP certification or in progress

Tools

ERP systems (ideally Vista by Viewpoint)

Job description

A leading staffing solutions provider in Calgary, Alberta, seeks a Payroll Specialist with over 5 years of full-cycle payroll experience. This 14-month contract offers a salary between $70,000 and $80,000 depending on experience. Responsibilities include processing bi-weekly payroll, auditing time entries, and maintaining accurate records. The ideal candidate should be proficient with Excel, familiar with ERP systems, and hold or be pursuing a PCP certification. Join a dynamic team where your payroll expertise will be valued.