CAN - Specialist - Payroll

Rate: $35 CAD per hour
Pay or shift range: $27 CAD to $40 CAD
The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.
Description
Payroll Specialist
Remote | ProAmpac
Payroll professionals know there is no such thing as “just payroll.” Every adjustment, validation, deadline, and correction matters. At ProAmpac , we’re seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist who values accuracy, consistency, confidentiality, and dependable follow‑through.
This role is ideal for someone with strong hands‑on payroll experience who enjoys working through details, identifying issues early, and partnering across HR, HRIS, Finance, Time & Attendance, and Payroll Tax to deliver a reliable payroll experience.
This will be a contract position. It is a non-exempt role with a pay of $27-$40 per hour DOE.
What You’ll Do
Support recurring payroll cycles and ensure payroll information is complete, accurate, documented, and processed on time.
Process recurring payroll inputs, adjustments, and supporting documentation
Review payroll files and adjustment records for accuracy and completeness
Support payroll cycle activities, validations, close processes, and deadlines
Partner with HRIS, Workforce Management, Time Services, Payroll Tax, Finance, and HR to resolve payroll issues
Support approved corrections, adjustments, and off‑cycle payments
Maintain accurate payroll records, notes, and documentation
Assist with reconciliations, audits, and standard control processes
Identify incomplete information, recurring issues, and opportunities to strengthen consistency
Ensure employees are paid accurately and payroll commitments are met
Take ownership of assigned activities and contribute to continuous improvement
What You Bring
You understand payroll requires technical expertise, judgment, confidentiality, and precision.
4–6 years of payroll experience
Associate degree or equivalent required; Bachelor’s preferred
Experience with HRIS or payroll platforms
Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
Experience supporting payroll processes, reconciliations, audits, documentation, or process improvement
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy
Strong communication skills and cross‑functional partnership
High discretion and professionalism with sensitive information
Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) preferred
You’ll Thrive Here If You…
Notice when something doesn’t look right and investigate
Appreciate structure, documentation, controls, and clear processes
Balance speed with accuracy under deadlines
Communicate clearly when information is missing or issues arise
Take ownership and follow issues through to resolution
Enjoy collaborating across multiple business areas
Look for ways to make recurring processes more consistent and efficient
The Details
Position: Payroll Specialist
Department: Human Resources
Reports to: Supervisor - Payroll
Location: Remote
FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt
This role operates in a professional office and/or remote environment, with occasional exposure to manufacturing locations.
Why ProAmpac?
At ProAmpac, our people are central to how we operate, grow, and deliver for customers — and payroll is a critical part of that experience. Your work will directly influence confidence in payroll accuracy, responsiveness, and reliability while supporting a growing organization.
If you’re an experienced payroll professional who takes pride in getting the details right, solving problems, and delivering consistently when deadlines matter, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and bring your payroll expertise to ProAmpac.
Job Category: Human Resources Full-Time

Work arrangement
Yes