Payroll Specialist

Overview

Red Deer Resort & Casino is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our team. This role is responsible for end-to-end payroll processing for a diverse workforce in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Reporting to the Corporate Controller, the Payroll Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time, while maintaining compliance with payroll legislation and internal controls.

• Process full-cycle payroll for hourly and salaried employees across multiple pay cycles
• Manage payroll changes, ROEs, and year-end activities including T4s
• Review and validate time and attendance data
• Ensure compliance with payroll legislation and CRA requirements
• Process payroll using Dayforce and support payroll-related accounting activities in Sage
• Participate in payroll system implementations or upgrades
• Support employees and leaders with payroll-related inquiries

• Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) designation
• 5+ years of full-cycle payroll experience
• Experience supporting both hourly and salaried payrolls
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet strict deadlines
• Experience with Dayforce and Sage is an asset
• Experience in hospitality, gaming, or multi-shift environments is an asset

Red Deer Resort & Casino offers a collaborative work environment where accuracy, accountability, and service matter. This is an opportunity to step into a trusted payroll role with meaningful responsibility and stability.