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Payroll Administrator I Salaries in Canada

• What is the average Payroll Administrator I salary in Canada?
  How much does a Payroll Administrator I in Canada make? The median annual Payroll Administrator I salary in Canada is C$71,358, as of August 26, 2026, with a range usually between C$64,850-C$79,171 not including bonus and benefit information and other factors that impact base pay. However, the salary for someone with the title Payroll Administrator I may vary depending on a number of factors including industry, company size, location, years of experience and level of education. Our team of Certified Compensation Professionals has analyzed survey data collected from thousands of HR departments at companies of all sizes and industries to present this range of annual salaries for people with the job title Payroll Administrator I in Canada.

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  This chart describes the expected percentage of people who perform the job of Payroll Administrator I in , that make less than that salary. For example 50% of the people who perform the job of Payroll Administrator I in are expected to make less than the median.
  Source: HR Reported data as of August 26, 2026

• Job Description for Payroll Administrator I
  Responsible for the accurate preparation, documentation, distribution and reconciliation of payroll and the administration of the payroll system. Reviews the computation of pay and associated deductions for accuracy. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of city, state, provincial, local, and federal legislation affecting payroll; understands and follows applicable provisions. Prepares required tax filings and other reporting. May coordinate payroll processing with an outside service provider. Responds to and resolves any inquiries regarding paychecks or payroll reporting. Ensures payroll issues are escalated and resolved promptly. May require an associate degree or equivalent. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. View full job description

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• Level of Education
  • Payroll Administrator I Salaries with No Diploma
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  • Payroll Administrator I Salaries with a Master's Degree or MBA
  • Payroll Administrator I Salaries with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

• Industries that include Payroll Administrator I
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• Categories that include Payroll Administrator I
  • Accounting

• Payroll Administrator I Salaries by Province in Canada
  • Alberta
  • British Columbia
  • Manitoba
  • New Brunswick
  • Newfoundland and Labrador
  • Nova Scotia
  • Northwest Territories
  • Nunavut
  • Ontario
  • Prince Edward Island
  • Quebec
  • Saskatchewan
  • Yukon

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