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Stand Alone Payroll SpecialistRobert Half • Calgary, AB, CA
Stand Alone Payroll Specialist

Stand Alone Payroll Specialist

Robert Half • Calgary, AB, CA
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Permanent
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Job description

Robert Half is partnering with a client in search of a Stand Alone Payroll Specialist to oversee end-to-end payroll operations for their organization. This role is ideal for a payroll professional who is confident managing the full payroll cycle independently, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and confidentiality at every stage.


Key Responsibilities


  • Process full-cycle payroll for employees across multiple provinces accurately and on schedule
  • Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with federal, provincial, and local regulations
  • Handle payroll tax filings, wage garnishments, benefits deductions, and direct deposit setup
  • Reconcile payroll registers, general ledger accounts, and payroll-related reports
  • Administer new hire, termination, and employee status change entries in the payroll system
  • Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, taxes, and timekeeping
  • Partner with Human Resources and accounting teams to ensure payroll data integrity
  • Prepare payroll reports for management, audits, and internal review
  • Support year-end payroll activities, including T4 processing and related reconciliations
  • Identify opportunities to improve payroll procedures and internal controls

  • Previous experience as a Payroll Specialist or similar role
  • Proven experience managing full-cycle payroll for a small to midsize organization
  • Strong knowledge of payroll laws, tax regulations, and compliance requirements
  • Experience with payroll systems such as Workday, ADP, Paychex, UKG, or similar platforms
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll reporting
  • High level of accuracy, organization, and discretion
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills

To apply for this Stand Alone Payroll Specialist opportunity, please click the "APPLY" Link located above. For any questions regarding this position, please contact Robert Half Talent Solutions at 403.237.9363. Be sure to reference JO# 05000-0013450926 in all communication. Robert Half would like to thank all applicants for their expressed interest however, only those candidates identified for interview will be contacted.


Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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