Payroll Jobs in Charlotte, NC

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Payroll Manager

Charlotte, NC
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Temporary / Contract
38 - 44 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee complex payroll operations for a growing organization in the renewable energy sector based in Charlotte, North Carolina. This Long-term Contract position calls for someone who can ensure accurate, compliant payroll delivery across multiple employee groups while collaborating closely with internal partners and external providers. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll systems expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to support both domestic and international payroll activities in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Direct payroll processing from start to finish across multiple pay groups, entities, and pay schedules, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in each cycle. • Manage payroll administration within Rippling, maintaining compliant processes, reliable records, and consistent execution of recurring payroll activities. • Oversee employee payroll changes throughout the employment lifecycle, including onboarding, departures, compensation updates, and leave-related adjustments. • Act as the main point of contact for international payroll administration through the Remote platform, helping ensure smooth support for global employees. • Provide day-to-day guidance to a Payroll Coordinator and handle escalated payroll questions, discrepancies, and issue resolution. • Work closely with HR, Finance, Accounting, Benefits, and outside vendors to align payroll data, resolve variances, and support efficient payroll operations. • Review payroll inputs and outputs for quality control, identify potential errors before finalization, and help maintain strong internal payroll standards. • Support payroll tax, audit preparation, and reporting activities by keeping documentation organized and payroll records accurate across jurisdictions.
2026-10-30T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

Charlotte, NC
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Temporary / Contract
45.6 - 52.8 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to support a contract engagement based in Charlotte, North Carolina. This role will oversee accurate and timely payroll operations for a workforce of approximately 1000 employees, with responsibility spanning benefits administration, payroll taxes, and complex pay practices across multiple states and international jurisdictions. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership in multi-entity payroll environments and can navigate growth-related complexity, including merger and acquisition activity, while maintaining compliance and service quality. Responsibilities:• Direct end-to-end payroll processing for a population of about 900 employees, ensuring pay is completed accurately and on schedule.• Manage payroll activities across multiple U.S. states and international locations while adhering to applicable wage, tax, and regulatory requirements.• Administer payroll tax processes, including withholdings, filings, reconciliations, and issue resolution related to payroll compliance.• Partner with benefits and compensation stakeholders to ensure deductions, employer contributions, and related payroll entries are processed correctly.• Oversee payroll operations across multiple legal entities and support alignment of payroll practices during periods of organizational change, including mergers and acquisitions.• Utilize payroll platforms such as Rippling and ADP Workforce Now to maintain employee records, validate payroll data, and improve processing accuracy.• Review payroll outputs, audit discrepancies, and resolve exceptions involving earnings, deductions, taxes, and benefits in a timely manner.• Collaborate with internal teams to prepare payroll reporting, support audits, and provide documentation related to payroll and benefits activity.
2026-10-27T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Charlotte, NC
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to oversee accurate and timely payroll operations for employees in Charlotte, North Carolina. This position plays a key role in maintaining payroll records, validating time and pay data, and supporting compliance with applicable wage, tax, and reporting requirements. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll administration experience, sharp attention to detail, and the ability to manage sensitive information with professionalism. Responsibilities: • Manage end-to-end payroll processing on scheduled cycles, ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time. • Examine timesheets, attendance records, and overtime details to confirm payroll data is complete and accurate before processing. • Update employee payroll information such as new hires, separations, compensation changes, and recurring or one-time deductions. • Administer required withholdings and court-ordered deductions, including garnishments, child support, and tax levies. • Reconcile payroll registers and related reports, identify variances, and resolve discrepancies in collaboration with internal teams. • Produce payroll reports for leadership, finance, and human resources to support planning, audits, and recordkeeping needs. • Contribute to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end payroll activities, including tax reporting and annual wage statement preparation. • Address employee questions related to pay, deductions, and payroll records with timely and accurate follow-up. • Work closely with HR and Accounting to maintain accurate employee data and strengthen payroll procedures and compliance efforts.
2026-10-06T00:00:00Z

Payroll Supervisor/Manager/Director

Charlotte, NC
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Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a hands-on Payroll Manager to lead complex, multi-entity payroll operations in Charlotte, North Carolina. This role is ideal for a payroll specialist who can balance day-to-day execution with team leadership, while partnering closely with operations to address union pay rules, certified payroll requirements, and process improvements. You will play a key role in supporting a fast-growing organization, strengthening payroll practices, and helping shape a more scalable payroll function. Responsibilities: • Oversee end-to-end payroll processing across multiple entities, ensuring accurate and timely pay for both hourly and salaried employees on a weekly schedule. • Manage payroll activity involving union and non-union workforces, including interpreting labor agreement provisions and applying pay rules correctly. • Handle certified payroll requirements and help maintain compliance with applicable reporting and documentation standards. • Supervise and support a direct report while providing guidance on complex payroll issues and helping prioritize workload across entities. • Partner with operations leaders to resolve payroll questions, address discrepancies, and provide informed recommendations when pay practices require review. • Evaluate current payroll workflows, identify gaps in procedures, and recommend practical improvements to increase consistency and control. • Contribute to payroll system implementation efforts, including supporting staggered go-live activities and helping ensure business readiness. • Assist with onboarding additional entities into the payroll function and adapt processes to support organizational growth and increased headcount.
2026-10-19T00:00:00Z

Sr. Payroll Director

Charlotte, NC
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Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 160000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Payroll Director to lead payroll operations for a large, multi-state workforce in Charlotte, North Carolina. This role oversees accurate and timely bi-monthly payroll processing, strengthens compliance practices, and drives improvements across payroll systems and workflows. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in enterprise payroll leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and optimization of HRIS and timekeeping environments. Responsibilities:• Direct end-to-end payroll operations for a workforce of about 2,000 FTEs + a large seasonal workforce, ensuring accurate and timely bi-monthly processing across multiple states.• Establish and maintain payroll controls, audits, and review procedures to support compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.• Lead the administration and optimization of Workday and partner with internal teams on payroll-related HRIS and ERP functionality.• Oversee payroll data integrity by coordinating information from timekeeping, HR, benefits, and finance systems.• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that simplify payroll workflows, enhance reporting accuracy, and reduce processing issues.• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and other business partners to resolve payroll discrepancies, support planning, and improve service delivery.• Provide leadership for payroll system enhancements and implementation efforts involving Workday HRIS, Workday Payroll, Workday ERP, and related platforms.• Monitor tax filings, deductions, garnishments, and year-end payroll activities to ensure complete and compliant payroll administration.
2026-10-06T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Manager

Charlotte, NC
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Temporary to Hire
55 - 60 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead the AP function for a contract opportunity with permanent potential in Charlotte, North Carolina. This role is ideal for someone who can bring structure to a developing environment, strengthen day-to-day execution, and build a culture of accountability across the team. The successful candidate will evaluate current practices, introduce consistent procedures, and guide process improvements that support accuracy, efficiency, and strong internal controls. Responsibilities: • Lead the daily operations of the accounts payable team and set clear expectations for performance, accuracy, and timeliness. • Review existing AP workflows, identify operational gaps, and implement standardized procedures that improve consistency across the department. • Create and maintain clear process documentation and standard operating procedures to support training, compliance, and sustainable execution. • Strengthen internal controls by evaluating approval practices, payment processes, and reconciliation methods to reduce risk and improve oversight. • Coach, develop, and support team members while fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. • Oversee invoice coding, payment processing, check runs, and ACH activity to ensure transactions are completed accurately and on schedule. • Partner with leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to resolve escalations, improve communication, and align AP operations with business needs. • Recommend and support workflow automation opportunities and system-based enhancements, including work within Sage 300 when applicable.
2026-10-27T00:00:00Z

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