Sr. Payroll Administrator - U.S. & Canada

Overview Sr. Payroll Administrator – U.S. & Canada (Contract, 6 months, likely to extend) | Pay: $45-50/hr | Start Date: ASAP | Location: Hybrid – San Jose, CA Our client, a leader in Technology, is looking for a skilled Sr. Payroll Administrator – U.S. & Canada to join their team for a 6 months engagement. This project involves assisting with managing end-to-end payroll processing for employees across the United States and Canada, focusing on accuracy, compliance, and system management using ADP and Workday. This is a high-impact role that requires a self-motivated professional who can hit the ground running and deliver results quickly. Responsibilities Payroll Processing: Process bi-weekly or semi-monthly payroll for U.S. and Canadian employees using ADP and Workday, ensuring accurate calculation of wages, overtime, commissions, and special payments. Compliance & Reporting: Ensure payroll practices comply with federal, state, provincial, and local laws, and prepare and reconcile payroll reports, including year-end documents such as W-2s, T4s, and ROEs. System & Data Management: Maintain employee records and assist with system updates, testing, and troubleshooting payroll-related issues in Workday and ADP. Audit Support: Support audits by providing accurate documentation and responding to inquiries, and staying current on regulatory changes affecting payroll operations. Employee Support: Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, taxes, and payroll policies, providing guidance and exceptional customer service. Required Skills & Experience 5–10+ years of payroll experience, including U.S. and Canadian payroll processing. Deep expertise/proficiency with ADP (Workforce Now or similar) and Workday payroll modules. This isn’t a learning role—you need to be a subject matter expert. Strong knowledge of U.S. federal/state and Canadian federal/provincial payroll laws, with experience in multi-state and multi-province payroll. High attention to detail and strong analytical skills to validate timekeeping data and resolve discrepancies. Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and manage your own time effectively to meet project goals. Excellent communication and customer-service skills. Bonus Qualifications CPP or FPC certification (U.S. or Canadian) is a plus. W2 only (No C2C or 1099 contractors) #LI-BV1 #J-18808-Ljbffr