We are looking for a Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations for a complex healthcare organization in Durham, North Carolina. This role requires a hands-on leader who can oversee high-volume domestic and international payroll activity while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery. The ideal candidate will work closely with HR, Finance, Tax, and external partners to strengthen payroll processes, resolve issues effectively, and support a well-controlled payroll environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct end-to-end payroll activities across multi-state and international employee populations, ensuring each pay cycle is completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Review payroll records, reconciliations, and exception reports to identify discrepancies, correct errors, and maintain reliable financial reporting.<br>• Manage relationships with external payroll vendors and service providers to support smooth operations and consistent service quality.<br>• Collaborate with Human Resources, Finance, and Tax teams to address payroll impacts related to employee changes, benefits, deductions, and statutory obligations.<br>• Respond to escalated payroll questions and issues, providing clear guidance and timely resolution for employees and internal stakeholders.<br>• Maintain payroll controls and documentation to support audits, compliance requirements, and internal governance standards.<br>• Lead process enhancements by designing workflows, improving operating procedures, and increasing efficiency across payroll functions.<br>• Oversee payroll accounting activities, including balancing payroll data and supporting accurate recording in financial systems.
<p>Robert Half has partnered with a rapidly growing company in Raleigh, North Carolina to assist them in hiring an experienced Payroll Manager. This role is 100% onsite and requires 5+ years of payroll supervisory experience. </p><p>The Payroll Manager leads day-to-day payroll operations, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing across a diverse, multi-jurisdiction workforce. This role partners closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to support operational excellence and continuous improvement within payroll. </p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Lead, manage and train the payroll team</li><li>Lead weekly payroll processing</li><li>Oversee pay updates related to contract changes and wage requirements</li><li>Manage payroll corrections, adjustments, bonuses, and commissions</li><li>Administer year‑end activities, including W‑2 adjustments and reporting</li><li>Maintain payroll tax setup, filings support, and compliance reporting</li><li>Review payroll reports, variance analyses, and audit documentation</li><li>Maintain PTO programs, deductions, proration, and final pay calculations</li><li>Execute monthly payroll accruals and accounting entries</li><li>Manage payroll system access, controls, and data security</li><li>Serve as escalation point for payroll issues and employee inquiries</li><li>Partner with HR, Finance, Operations, and field leaders on payroll initiatives</li></ul><p>Qualifications</p><ul><li>5+ years of payroll leadership experience in a multi-state environment</li><li>Experience supporting large, high volume payroll operations</li><li>Strong working knowledge of payroll tax, wage & hour, and regulatory compliance</li><li>Hands-on experience with payroll systems, reporting, and audits</li><li>Ability to manage complex pay scenarios (commissions, bonuses, prevailing wages)</li><li>Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills</li><li>Clear and effective communicator with a collaborative mindset</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>