Payroll Specialist (3-Month Contract) – Remote
Fuze HR is currently seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist / Payroll SME for a 3-month contract with one of our global, industry-leading clients in the consumer goods sector. This role supports a leave of absence and requires an expert who can confidently manage complex Canadian payroll tasks with minimal ramp-up.
This is a 100% remote opportunity supporting a national workforce.
About the Opportunity
You will be joining a high-performing team responsible for delivering accurate, timely payroll for employees across multiple provinces. Reporting to the Manager of Talent Operations & Programs, you’ll support critical payroll cycles, year-end processing, and Dayforce administration during a peak period.
The ideal candidate is proactive, analytical, and deeply experienced in Canadian payroll operations—especially within Ceridian Dayforce.
Contract Details
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Duration: 3 months
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Target End Date: Mid-February 2026
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Location: Remote across Canada
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Employment: Consultant through Fuze HR (on payroll)
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Salary Range: $28.00–$42.00/hour, based on experience + Completion Bonus
Key Responsibilities
Payroll Administration
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Manage full-cycle biweekly payroll for 500+ Canadian employees (hourly and salaried) across multiple provinces
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Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries
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Ensure strict compliance with federal, provincial, and local payroll regulations
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Prepare payroll reports and conduct variance analyses for management
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Maintain accurate payroll documentation and audit trails
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Audit bonuses/commissions and upload validated data into the payroll system
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Provide detailed support for internal audits and compliance reviews
Year-End & EOY Support
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Lead Ceridian Dayforce year-end activities, including:
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T4 preparation and submission
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Tax reconciliations
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ROE filings
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Ensure all deadlines and statutory requirements are met
Time & Attendance / HRIS
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Develop and audit reports to validate data accuracy
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Ensure timesheets are accurately completed and approved prior to payroll
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Assist with system upgrades, testing, and payroll-related implementation projects
What We’re Looking For
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5+ years of multi-province, high-volume Canadian payroll experience
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Expert proficiency in Ceridian Dayforce (required)
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Strong knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation, taxation, and compliance
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Advanced Excel capabilities (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, formulas)
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Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills
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Strong communication and problem-solving abilities
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Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Education & Certifications
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Bachelor’s degree preferred
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Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) considered an asset
Apply Today
If you have the experience and payroll expertise to step into this role smoothly, we’d love to speak with you.
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Contract Info / Information sur le contrat
- Job ID / No. du Poste: 53324748
- Open Positions / Postes Ouverts: 1
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