Description: We''re looking for a Payroll & Benefits Administrator to keep semi-monthly payroll accurate and on time across Canada and the .

You''ll own the day-to-day mechanics of the job - entering and verifying employee data in the HRIS and payroll systems, processing perks and pension transactions, and staying compliant across multiple jurisdictions plus the reporting, reconciliations, and year-end filings that keep the business audit-ready.

You''ll report to the Payroll & Benefits Manager, North America, and work closely with the Talent (HR) Manager, Talent Engagement Specialist, IT, and Finance.

Job Responsibilities: Enter and verify employee data changes in the HRIS/payroll system new hires, terminations, address changes, direct deposit details, and tax forms Coordinate and administer semi-monthly payroll for salaried and hourly employees across Canada and the ., ensuring accuracy and compliance with local laws Run pre-payroll reports for regular and off-cycle payrolls, and prepare termination documentation, for review by the Payroll & Benefits Lead Validate timesheets and hours worked, and run routine payroll reconciliations to catch missing hours or duplicate entries Prepare annual tax documents (T4s, W-2s, ROEs) and support year-end reporting, journal entries, and payroll tax reconciliation across both countries Process benefits and pension transactions new enrollments, life event updates, terminations and support pension contribution file uploads to providers Balance and reconcile benefit invoices for Canada and . group plans, and maintain time-off accrual accuracy through routine audits and system syncs Maintain accurate, synced employee and compensation data across HRIS, payroll, and benefits systems, and generate regular headcount, cost, and leave reporting Respond to employee payroll and benefits inquiries promptly and professionally, escalating complex issues to the Payroll & Benefits Lead when needed Liaise with benefits providers on day-to-day requests ID cards, coverage confirmations and support wellness program communications and participation tracking Support new hire and open enrollment logistics, and partner with HR and Payroll/Benefits leadership on leave management, including maternity and medical leave Prepare responses to Unemployment Insurance requests and support workers'' compensation reporting, filings, and audits in both Canada and the .

Flag process inefficiencies and gaps as you find them,



and work with HR and Payroll/Benefits leadership to fix them Maintain strict confidentiality and data-privacy discipline as the person closest to sensitive payroll and benefits data Support audits and internal reviews by pulling accurate, well-organized data on request Job Requirements: 35 years of hands-on payroll and benefits administration experience, ideally spanning both Canada and the . (120 people, they want to double it in a year). lots of manual payroll Working knowledge of payroll legislation, tax compliance, and employment standards in Canadian and . jurisdictions Experience with payroll/HRIS systems such as ADP or BambooHR, and full-cycle payroll processing (active thinker of how information flows) Experience administering benefits, wellness programs, and pension plans High attention to detail and strong reconciliation instincts you catch the missing hour and the duplicate entry before anyone else does Discretion and professionalism handling sensitive payroll and employee data Strong Excel skills and comfort working across HR and payroll systems Ability to manage competing deadlines and stay composed under pressure Additional Skills & Qualifications Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation, obtained or in progress Experience with Slack and Share

Point, including Slack workflow builder Diploma or degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Payroll, Business Administration, or a related field US payroll experience Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Calgary, AB.

Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $100000.00/hr.

Workplace Type This is a fully remote position. propos d''Aston Carter Aston Carter fournit des solutions de talent de classe mondiale des milliers de clients travers le monde.

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Avec des bureaux aux tats-Unis, au Canada, en Asie et en Europe,



Aston Carter est au service dun grand nombre dentreprises du classement Fortune 500.

Nous sommes fiers davoir remport la dsignation Prix Platine dans le cadre des prix Best of Staffing Client et Talent dcerns par Clearly

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About Aston Carter 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 ., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500.

We are proud to be a Clearly

Rated Best of Staffing Platinum Award 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.

📌 Payroll & Benefits Administrator (Calgary)
🏢 Aston Carter
📍 Calgary