Job Description:

About the Chance

Robert Half Canada has partnered with an organization in the transportation, haulage, and logistics industry to hire a Payroll Administrator. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented payroll professional with experience managing payroll processes in a deadline-driven environment. The successful candidate will support accurate and timely payroll administration while maintaining compliance with company policies and applicable legislation.

Key Responsibilities
Process payroll accurately and on schedule for hourly, salaried, and, where applicable, unionized employees
Maintain employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, rate changes, deductions, and benefits updates
Review and verify timesheets, attendance records, and payroll-related data for accuracy and completeness
Administer statutory deductions, remittances, and year-end payroll reporting, including T4s and related documentation
Respond to employee payroll inquiries in a skilled and timely manner
Reconcile payroll accounts and assist with month-end reporting and related journal entries
Support payroll audits and maintain payroll documentation in an organized and confidential manner
Coordinate with Human Resources, Accounting,



and operational teams to ensure accurate payroll processing
Monitor compliance with applicable employment standards, payroll legislation, and internal controls
Identify opportunities to improve payroll procedures and reporting processes

Requirements:
Postsecondary education in accounting, payroll, business administration, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
Previous experience in a payroll administration or payroll processing role
Strong knowledge of Canadian payroll practices, statutory deductions, and relevant legislation
PCP designation or progress toward certification is considered an asset
Proficiency with payroll systems, Microsoft Excel, and related office software
Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
Solid communication and problem-solving abilities
Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications
Experience in the transportation, logistics, or haulage industry
Familiarity with payroll for hourly workforces, shift-based schedules, or union environments
Experience supporting payroll reconciliations and year-end reporting

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🏢 Robert Half
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