Remote Payroll Specialist – US & Canada

Quarterhill Inc.; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid days off

Health and Dental plans

EFAP (Employee and Family Assistance)

Job summary

QuarterHill is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support payroll delivery across the U.S. and Canada. This fully remote role, based in the United States, handles inquiries, timekeeping support, and regulatory compliance, coordinating with HR, Finance, and Operations.

You will maintain payroll records, assist with year-end activities, and generate reports while upholding confidentiality and accuracy. Strong knowledge of U.S./Canadian payrolls and systems is essential.

Qualifications

• Basic to intermediate knowledge of U.S. payroll practices, tax withholdings, wage and hour regulations, and payroll compliance requirements.
• Working knowledge of Canadian payroll practices is considered an asset.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with a customer-service mindset.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and integrity.
• Excellent attention to detail, numerical accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Experience with payroll and timekeeping systems such as ADP, Kronos, NetSuite, Contractor Central, or similar platforms.
• Ability to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day payroll processing for U.S. and Canadian populations.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, provincial, and local regulations.
• Assist with payroll reporting and documentation for stakeholders.
• Support year-end payroll activities and system maintenance.
• Maintain payroll records and employee data per policies and privacy rules.
• Serve as primary point of contact for payroll inquiries.

Skills

US payroll practices

Canadian payroll practices

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Timekeeping systems knowledge

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Human Resources, Finance

Tools

ADP

Kronos

NetSuite

Contractor Central

Job description

QuarterHill is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support payroll delivery across the U.S. and Canada. This fully remote role, based in the United States, handles inquiries, timekeeping support, and regulatory compliance, coordinating with HR, Finance, and Operations.

You will maintain payroll records, assist with year-end activities, and generate reports while upholding confidentiality and accuracy. Strong knowledge of U.S./Canadian payrolls and systems is essential.