Payroll Jobs in North Carolina

A Payroll professional in the accounting industry manages the process of paying an organization's employees. They ensure the accurate processing and recording of the company's payroll, provide timely and accurate financial information, and participate in data entry and processing for the company's payroll. This includes ensuring that all calculations are accurate, that all necessary deductions have been made, and that employees are paid on time. Payroll professionals also ensure that the organization is in compliance with all tax laws, labor laws, and any other applicable regulations.

Important skills for a Payroll professional include attention to detail, understanding of accounting principles, proficiency with payroll software, and knowledge of tax and labor laws. They should also have strong communication skills and the ability to manage time effectively. Payroll professionals may also need certifications like the Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or the Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) which are offered by the American Payroll Association. Before becoming a payroll professional, a person might have roles such as a Payroll Clerk, Accountant, or Human Resources Assistant which would give them the necessary skills and experience.

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Payroll Coordinator

  • Morrisville, NC
  • 15 days ago
  • Morrisville, NC
  • 15 days ago

, garnishments, additional pay, and other payroll related items such as benefit deductions etc....

Payroll Analyst (Hybrid)

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 hour ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 hour ago

Payroll Data Analyst will play a critical role in managing and optimizing business operations to drive growth and efficiency for Compass Group within the Workforce Strategy Team....

Payroll Analyst II

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 4 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 4 hours ago

Processing bi-weekly multi-state payrolls for more than 30,000 US/PR employees. Reviewing payroll inputs from various internal sources to ensure accurate payroll processing for multiple payrolls....

Territory Sales Manager- Payroll/HCM

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 15 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 15 hours ago

Territory Manager - Payroll/ HCM Our Territory Sales Manager position is the missing link for any sales company, but you can only find it at Heartland!...

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Senior Payroll Specialist

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 15 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 15 hours ago

As an Senior Payroll Specialist, you will perform all phases of the payroll process ensuring timely, accurate completeness of all timecards by deadlines....

Payroll Analyst - II (Associate)

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago

**Key Responsibilities** + Process bi-weekly, multi-state payrolls for over 30,000 US/PR employees. + Ensure compliance with all Federal, State, and Local payroll tax laws and garnishment regulations...

Payroll Analyst (Hybrid)

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago

Payroll Data Analyst will play a critical role in managing and optimizing business operations to drive growth and efficiency for Compass Group within the Workforce Strategy Team....

Payroll Administrator

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago

and posts to payroll records + Reviews wages computed and corrects errors to ensure accuracy of payroll + Records data concerning transfer of employees between departments + Prorates expenses to be...

SAP - SuccessFactors Payroll - Manager - Consulting - Location OPEN

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago

with regulatory requirements. + Implement regular, off-cycle, and ad-hoc payroll runs, addressing payroll data issues and ensuring accurate financial postings....

Payroll Coordinator

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago

employee payroll data reports. + Interpret Company policy, State and Federal laws and regulations regarding employee pay and related items. + Accurately set up and remit employee garnishments and withholding...

Payroll Analyst

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 2 days ago

journal entries and load to GL Maintain employee PTO reporting system internationally for salary employees, reconcile and include such data in each payroll Maintain compliance with all federal, state...

Remote Work

Global Payroll Manager

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 2 days ago

Address and resolve all payroll tax notice timely. Manage/assist with timely recording of payroll journal entries, account reconciliations and reporting....

Sr. Compensation Analyst

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 2 days ago

Datavant is a data platform company and the worlds leader in health data exchange. Our vision is that every healthcare decision is powered by the right data, at the right time, in the right...

Manager, Payroll Tax

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 2 days ago

journal entries + Review tax filings, including but not limited to 941s and W-2s + Lead all special projects and research related to payroll tax compliance + Manage relationship with third-party tax...

Full Cycle Payroll and Benefits Manager

  • Conover, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Conover, NC
  • 2 days ago

Proficiency in **payroll software** (e.g., ADP, Paychex). Knowledge of **multi-state payroll regulations** and union contracts (preferred)....

Demographic Data for North Carolina

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Payroll Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Payroll Management
This Payroll course is all about payroll management, how to calculate the payroll and general overall understanding about what payroll is and the legal requirements in place, the forms, the...
Introduction to Payroll Accounting
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Quickbooks Online Payroll
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Salary for Payroll Jobs in North Carolina

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAccounting research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Payrolls in North Carolina offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.8%
Master's Degree
17.4%
Associate's Degree
14.5%
High School or GED
12.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.8%
Some College
2.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Payrolls in North Carolina
4-6 years
37.5%
2-4 years
33.3%
6-8 years
20.8%
1-2 years
4.2%
10+ years
4.2%


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