Top 55 Payroll associate Jobs in North Carolina

Payroll Administrator
ACT Power Services —Raleigh, NC
- $60,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Finance
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Payroll Specialist
Legence —North Carolina
- $70,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Analysis skills
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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PART-TIME PAYROLL SPECIALIST (REMOTE- CHARLOTTE, NC)
Compass Corporate —North Carolina
- $20 - $22 an hour
- Part-time
- Remote
- Background check
- Data analysis skills
- Mid-level
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Payroll Specialist
Toppan Packaging Americas —Charlotte, NC
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Business Administration
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Payroll Specialist
Pepsi Bottling Ventures —Raleigh, NC
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Office
- 3 years
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
Crew Pay Coordinator
PSA Airlines —Charlotte, NC
- Full-time
- English
- Mid-level
- Office
Payroll Administrator
MasTec Utility Services —Hamlet, NC
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Construction site
- Computer literacy
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Disability insurance
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Payroll Specialist
Tryon Medical Partners —Charlotte, NC
- Full-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- Office
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Bookkeeper & Payroll Support Specialist
Triumph-HR —Charlotte, NC
- $31 - $35 an hour
- Part-time
- Remote
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- QuickBooks
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Dental Payroll Specialist
Dental Associates Group —Asheville, NC
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Dental office
- Medical office experience
- Employment & labor law
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Payroll Specialist - AI Trainer
DataAnnotation —Durham, NC
- $50 - $100 an hour
- Part-time
- Remote
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
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Payroll Specialist - Contract
Rosendin —Huntersville, NC
- Full-time
- Oracle
- Microsoft Outlook
- Research
- Employee stock ownership plan
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Payroll Specialist
Kimley-Horn —Raleigh, NC
- Mid-level
- Office
- Finance
- Profit sharing
- Health insurance
Payroll & Accounts Receivable Specialist
Palziv North America Inc —Louisburg, NC
- $65,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- Office
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BEST Payroll Garnishment Specialist
State of North Carolina - Office of the State Controller —Wake County, NC
- $45,431 - $79,504 a year
- Full-time
- Word processing
- Mid-level
- Office
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Client Advocate - Payroll Specialist
Payentry —Charlotte, NC
- $18 - $27 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Entry level
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Payroll Administrator
MasTec Inc —Hamlet, NC
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Construction site
- Computer literacy
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Disability insurance
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Payroll Specialist I
Asure Software —High Point, NC
- $22 - $27 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Customer service
- Health savings account
- Employee stock purchase plan
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Ascend Nonprofit Solutions - Payroll Specialist
Ascend Nonprofit Solutions —Charlotte, NC
- Online Application
- Mid-level
- Office
- Analysis skills
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Payroll Specialist
MyEyeDr. —Raleigh, NC
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Research
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Payroll Administrator

ACT Power Services -
Raleigh, NC

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Job Details

Full-time
$60,000 - $80,000 a year
9 days ago

Benefits

Health savings account
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Opportunities for advancement
Life insurance
Pet insurance

Qualifications

Spreadsheets
HR legal compliance
Data accuracy checks

Full Job Description

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Location: Remote or Hybrid - Morrisville, NC

Pay: $60K-80K

Supplemental Pay:

Performance bonus

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

ACT Power Services was created to provide industry-leading services for our clients. As an independent service provider, we avoid conflicts of interest and maintain a complete focus on our clients' needs. We have taken a no-frills approach to developing our organization to ensure our clients are only paying for services that add value. ACT then leverages a world-class team, state of the art technology, and best-in-class operating practices to ensure every facility is operated in a manner that maximizes production, preserves compliance, and ensures the safety of our personnel and communities. Our vision is to reshape the industry's benchmark for renewable operations and create the next generation of O&M provider.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Payroll Administrator to manage and process payroll for our growing Operations & Maintenance (O&M) organization. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, maintaining payroll records, supporting compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and serving as a key resource for employee payroll inquiries.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of payroll administration experience, strong knowledge of payroll compliance requirements, and experience working in a fast-paced environment. Experience with BambooHR and Deputy is preferred. Experience with IRA Prevailing wage payroll and certified payroll reporting is essential.

Responsibilities

Process multi-state payroll on a weekly, bi-weekly, or semi-monthly basis, ensuring accuracy and timeliness

Review, audit, and reconcile employee timekeeping data, attendance records, overtime, and paid leave balances

Maintain payroll records and employee earnings, deductions, garnishments, tax withholdings, and direct deposit information

Administer payroll-related changes including new hires, terminations, promotions, compensation changes, and benefit deductions

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws

Support prevailing wage projects by accurately tracking, processing, and reporting certified payroll and applicable fringe benefits

Prepare payroll reports, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for internal and external audits

Partner with Human Resources to ensure employee records and payroll information remain accurate and current

Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, taxes, leave balances, and payroll policies

Coordinate payroll tax filings and support year-end activities, including W-2 processing and payroll reconciliations

Monitor and maintain payroll system functionality and recommend process improvements where appropriate

Assist with labor distribution reporting, job costing, and workforce reporting as needed

Maintain confidentiality of employee and company information at all times

Required Qualifications

Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field; equivalent experience may be considered

3–5 years of payroll administration experience

Strong understanding of payroll laws, wage and hour regulations, and payroll best practices

Multi-state payroll processing experience

Experience processing payroll for a workforce of 200+ employees

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including formulas, lookups, and data reconciliation

Strong attention to detail and high degree of accuracy

Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Strong customer service and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with BambooHR HRIS

Experience with Deputy workforce management and timekeeping software

Prevailing wage and certified payroll experience (highly preferred)

Experience within renewable energy, construction, field services, operations and maintenance, utilities, government contracting, or other labor-intensive industries.

Key Competencies

Payroll Accuracy & Compliance

Confidentiality & Professionalism

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Communication & Customer Service

Analytical Thinking

Process Improvement Mindset

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

Ability to work at a computer workstation for extended periods (up to 8 hours per day)

Manual dexterity to operate a keyboard, mouse, and other standard office equipment

Must be able to lift and carry up to 15 pounds occasionally, including handling small packages or materials during deliveries

The ideal candidate is highly organized, process-oriented, and comfortable managing repeatable operational tasks with accuracy and consistency. This role thrives on structure, clarity, and service, ensuring that HR and payroll processes run smoothly and employees receive timely, professional support.

Benefits:

401(k) with employer match

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

Short-term and Long-term disability

Critical illness

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Paid Holidays

Employee assistance program

Life insurance

Opportunities for advancement

Training and Development

Legal and Identity Theft

Pet Insurance

Act Power Services does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third-party recruiting firms or agencies.

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