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6 results for Payroll Specialist in Cary, NC
- Durham, NC
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 20 - 24 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a workforce based in Durham, North Carolina. This Long-term Contract position will manage end-to-end payroll activities, help maintain timekeeping and retirement contribution records, and provide dependable support during a period of operational change. The ideal candidate brings strong multi-state payroll experience, confidence working with payroll platforms, and a careful approach to compliance and employee data management.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process complete payroll cycles for employees while ensuring pay is issued accurately and on schedule.<br>• Administer payroll for employees working across multiple states and apply appropriate wage and tax requirements.<br>• Maintain and update timekeeping records, reviewing entries for accuracy and resolving discrepancies before payroll submission.<br>• Support administration of 403(b) contribution records and ensure deductions are reflected correctly in payroll processing.<br>• Use ADP Workforce Now and related payroll systems to enter, validate, and manage employee payroll information.<br>• Partner with HR and internal stakeholders to answer payroll-related questions and address issues in a timely manner.<br>• Assist with payroll system updates and operational changes, including support for transitions involving timekeeping or payroll platforms.<br>• Help maintain payroll-related information presented on internal or employee-facing resources such as websites or portals.
- 2026-10-27T00:00:00Z
- Chapel Hill, NC
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 105000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
- <p>We are looking for a Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations and HR systems management for a growing organization in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. This role combines hands-on payroll leadership with oversight of HR technology, helping ensure accurate multi-state payroll processing, reliable data integrity, and strong service for employees and internal stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in payroll administration, system optimization, and cross-functional collaboration with finance, HR, and IT teams.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead end-to-end processing of bi-weekly payroll, ensuring timely and accurate pay for employees across multiple states.</p><p>• Oversee payroll records, general ledger coordination, and cash-related payroll activities in close partnership with accounting stakeholders.</p><p>• Support financial administration tied to employee benefits, including invoice review, retirement plan transactions, and audit-related documentation.</p><p>• Manage relationships with payroll and HR technology vendors to maintain dependable service, resolve issues, and improve system performance.</p><p>• Work with IT and internal partners to maintain seamless integrations between HR, payroll, and related business systems while protecting data accuracy.</p><p>• Enhance the HR technology environment by expanding digital workflows, encouraging employee and manager self-service, and identifying automation opportunities.</p><p>• Collaborate with finance and technology teams to develop reporting dashboards and metrics that support workforce insights and decision-making.</p><p>• Administer related payroll functions such as leave balance tracking, banking transactions, and workers’ compensation records.</p><p>• Monitor applicable payroll and HR compliance requirements to help ensure adherence to federal, state, and company standards.</p>
- 2026-11-05T00:00:00Z
- Durham, NC
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to support payroll operations for a non-profit organization in Durham, North Carolina. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage end-to-end payroll processing with accuracy, maintain compliance across multiple states, and provide dependable support for a workforce of 101 to 500 employees.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process complete payroll cycles from data review through final submission for employees across multiple states.<br>• Verify earnings, deductions, taxes, and time-related records to ensure each payroll run is accurate and compliant.<br>• Maintain employee payroll records and update changes related to compensation, benefits, and tax withholding.<br>• Partner with internal stakeholders to resolve payroll questions, research discrepancies, and deliver timely issue resolution.<br>• Support payroll administration within ADP Workforce Now, including routine processing tasks and record maintenance.<br>• Prepare payroll-related reports and assist with audits, reconciliations, and documentation as needed.<br>• Monitor payroll regulations and apply updates to help maintain compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.
- 2026-10-19T00:00:00Z
- Burlington, NC
- onsite
- Temporary to Hire
- 25.65 - 29.7 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a team in Burlington, North Carolina on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent role. This position focuses on managing invoice processing, maintaining accurate coding, and supporting timely electronic and check payments. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable handling core accounts payable activities in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review incoming invoices for accuracy and assign appropriate general ledger coding before processing.<br>• Manage day-to-day accounts payable tasks to ensure vendors are paid correctly and within established timelines.<br>• Prepare and process ACH payments and assist with scheduled check disbursements.<br>• Maintain organized payment records and supporting documentation for audit and reconciliation purposes.<br>• Communicate with internal teams and vendors to resolve invoice discrepancies, missing details, and payment questions.<br>• Monitor payable workflows and help improve efficiency and accuracy across invoice handling activities.
- 2026-10-15T00:00:00Z
- Raleigh, NC
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 85000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
- <p>Robert Half is looking for an experienced payroll leader to oversee payroll operations for a multi-location organization. This role is responsible for guiding payroll staff, maintaining accurate and timely pay practices, and ensuring compliance with company standards and applicable regulations. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in full-cycle, multi-state payroll administration and is comfortable supporting timekeeping, deductions, and payroll-related reporting for a large employee population.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead daily payroll operations and direct the work of payroll team members to ensure deadlines and service expectations are consistently met.</p><p>• Review payroll activities for accuracy and completeness, ensuring employees across all locations are paid correctly and on schedule.</p><p>• Apply federal, state, and local payroll regulations while aligning payroll practices with internal policies and controls.</p><p>• Support and mentor payroll specialists, providing guidance, training, and hands-on assistance when coverage is needed.</p><p>• Manage payroll-related retirement deductions and reporting, including oversight of contribution accuracy, funding, and required remittances.</p><p>• Prepare and validate payroll support data such as tax payments, wage disbursements, garnishment activity, pay card funding, wire requests, and other related transmittals.</p><p>• Serve as a backup resource for department leadership and assist with operational priorities during manager absences.</p><p>• Coordinate assigned payroll projects and process improvement efforts to strengthen accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.</p><p>• Administer timekeeping and absence management systems, including maintenance of earning codes, accrual settings, system integrations, time clock support, and manager training.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration please apply or contact Steve Fields at 919-787-8226</p>
- 2026-10-25T00:00:00Z
- Durham, NC
- onsite
- Temporary to Hire
- 31.35 - 36.3 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for a Tax Preparer to support individual and business tax engagements for a client in Durham, North Carolina. This contract opportunity is ideal for someone who can manage a range of filing scenarios, contribute to tax planning efforts, and provide well-supported research on tax matters. The person in this role will work across federal and multi-state filings while helping maintain accurate financial information and assisting with tax-related correspondence.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare individual and business tax filings, including straightforward and more involved returns, with a strong focus on accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Complete federal and multi-state returns for clients while ensuring compliance with current tax regulations and filing requirements.<br>• Develop tax projections and support planning activities to help clients understand potential liabilities and opportunities.<br>• Perform targeted tax research to clarify filing positions, resolve questions, and support advisory work.<br>• Assist in drafting and organizing responses to tax agency notices and other related correspondence.<br>• Review financial records and bookkeeping details to gather complete information needed for return preparation.<br>• Use tax and accounting software to organize client data, prepare returns, and maintain supporting documentation.
- 2026-10-28T00:00:00Z