Senior Payroll Administrator

Our client, a rapidly growing global organization, is seeking a Senior Payroll Global Specialist to join their team on a 1-month contract with potential for extension. This fully remote opportunity is ideal for an experienced payroll professional who can quickly take ownership of a complex global payroll function and ensure seamless payroll operations during a transition period.

Reporting to the People & Finance teams, the successful candidate will manage payroll across multiple jurisdictions, working closely with external payroll providers, Employer of Record (EOR) partners, staffing agencies, and contractors worldwide.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation: $35 - $45/hour
• 1-month contract with potential for extension
• Fully Remote Role
• Candidates must reside in Nova Scotia

Key Responsibilities

• Process and oversee payroll activities across Canada, the United States, and other international jurisdictions
• Manage relationships with third-party payroll providers, EOR partners, and external payroll vendors
• Coordinate payroll for employees, contractors, contingent workers, and agency personnel
• Ensure payroll accuracy, compliance, and timely payments across multiple countries
• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries
• Maintain payroll records and support payroll reporting requirements
• Ensure compliance with payroll legislation, tax regulations, and employment standards across various jurisdictions
• Support payroll audits, reconciliations, and year-end payroll activities
• Utilize ADP Workforce Now to administer payroll processes and maintain employee payroll data
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and increased payroll efficiency

Qualifications

• 5+ years of payroll experience, including senior-level responsibility for payroll operations
• Strong hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now is required
• Proven experience processing both Canadian and U.S. payroll
• Experience supporting payroll across multiple countries is required; global payroll experience is strongly preferred
• Experience working with Employer of Record (EOR) providers, staffing agencies, third-party payroll vendors, and contractor populations
• Strong understanding of payroll compliance requirements across multiple jurisdictions
• Ability to troubleshoot payroll issues and effectively coordinate with external payroll partners
• Capable of stepping into a standalone payroll role and quickly assuming ownership of the function
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and problem-solving abilities
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers.