Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team at Raleigh Financial Solutions, a leading regional employer with a commitment to employee excellence. We're seeking a meticulous Payroll Specialist to manage our 500+ employee payroll operations with precision and compliance. This hybrid role (3 days office, 2 remote) offers growth opportunities in a supportive environment with competitive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) matching, and professional development stipends. Our modern downtown Raleigh office features collaborative workspaces and state-of-the-art technology.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for diverse workforce including salaried, hourly, and commission-based employees
- Ensure compliance with federal/state tax regulations (NC, FLSA) and maintain accurate tax filings
- Manage payroll deductions, benefits administration, and garnishments
- Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies with precision
- Support year-end processes including W-2 generation and 1099 reporting
- Implement process improvements using ADP Workforce Now and Excel
- Collaborate with HR on new hire onboarding and payroll data integrity
Qualifications
- 3+ years of multi-state payroll processing experience
- ADP Workforce Now certification or equivalent proficiency
- Deep knowledge of NC payroll tax laws and FLSA compliance
- Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables) and ERP system experience
- CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) designation preferred
- Exceptional attention to detail with zero-error tolerance
- Ability to handle confidential data with utmost discretion