Payroll Specialist

_{26th May, 2026}

Payroll Specialist
Moncton, NB

Hybrid – 3 days in office
Salary Range: 
$65,000 - $75,000 + 6% Incentive Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits
Who Are We?
We are a strategic recruitment agency specializing in connecting skilled professionals with top employers across Canada and the United States. Our holistic approach ensures that both technical and cultural alignment leads to long-term success for all parties involved.
Why Are We Looking for You?
We are proud to support our esteemed client in hiring a Payroll Specialist for an exciting opportunity in the healthcare and pharmacy services industry. Our client is a nationally recognized organization known for their commitment to patient care, operational excellence, and innovation. They take pride in investing in their people by offering strong leadership support, long-term career growth opportunities, and a collaborative work environment where employees are empowered to make an impact.
What’s In It for You?

• Hybrid work environment with flexibility
• Company-paid health and dental benefits effective Day 1
• RRSP matching program starting at 3.5% with company match, increasing to 5% after 5 years
• Combined 23.5 days of PTO per year
• 6% annual incentive bonus based on company and individual performance
• Opportunity to work for a growing national organization
• Exposure to complex payroll operations and strategic initiatives
• Supportive and collaborative leadership team
• Career development and advancement opportunities

• Process payroll for multiple business units with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and timeliness
• Manage payroll calculations for salaried and hourly employees, including overtime, vacation payouts, benefits, and leaves
• Review, reconcile, and audit payroll data to resolve discrepancies and ensure legislative compliance
• Prepare payroll remittances, tax filings, T4/T4A/RL-1 reporting, and related documentation
• Support internal and external payroll audits
• Configure, troubleshoot, and optimize payroll systems, including UKG Pro
• Develop advanced payroll reporting and analytics to support leadership decision-making
• Lead payroll process improvements, automation initiatives, and system enhancements
• Act as a subject matter expert for payroll-related inquiries across HR, Finance, and leadership teams
• Support complex payroll scenarios including retroactive adjustments, taxable benefits, executive compensation, and multi-province payroll processing
• Participate in payroll-related projects, integrations, and compliance initiatives
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity of sensitive employee and payroll information

• 7+ years of payroll experience supporting large employee populations and multi-province payroll environments
• PCP designation required; CPM designation considered a strong asset
• Strong experience with payroll systems such as UKG Pro
• Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and macros
• Deep understanding of Canadian payroll legislation, tax regulations, and benefits administration
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Experience leading projects and driving process improvements
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• High attention to detail with strong organizational skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and evolving environment