Payroll & Benefits Administrator (Summer Student)

Goodwill Industries of Alberta • Edmonton, AB

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Goodwill Industries of Alberta is seeking a detail-oriented, organized, and motivated individual to gain hands-on experience in payroll and HR processes as a Payroll Administrator (Summer Student). This is a temporary, full-time position for an 8-week contract, offering weekdays work. The role involves assisting with data entry, verifying employee information, preparing basic payroll reports, responding to employee inquiries, maintaining confidential records, and providing general administrative support. This is a great opportunity for a post-secondary student in a Business, HR, or Accounting related field to contribute to an organization dedicated to providing people with disabilities the opportunity to find meaningful employment.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program (Business, HR, Accounting, or related field preferred).
• Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
• Between the ages of 16–30 (eligibility requirement for summer student programs).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication skills and ability to respond to inquiries professionally.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Interest in payroll, HR processes, and administrative functions.
• Selected candidate will be required to complete a Criminal Record Check.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with data entry for payroll and benefits systems.
• Helping verify employee information for accuracy (e.g., addresses, banking details).
• Supporting the team in preparing basic payroll reports and summaries.
• Responding to routine employee inquiries about pay dates, benefits coverage, and claim processes.
• Organizing and maintaining confidential employee records in compliance with company policies.
• Assisting with benefits enrollment updates and documentation.
• Providing general administrative support, including filing, scanning, and updating spreadsheets.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees