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90,000 per year Requirements: ~ We seek an Oracle HCM Technical Consultant who possesses a strong technical proficiency in the Payroll module of Oracle HCM. The ideal candidate should have the following qualifications: ~…
Finance & Accounting · Charlotte, NC
Payroll Specialist jobs in Charlotte, NC
Payroll specialists make sure people are paid correctly and on time. They process pay runs, handle deductions, and keep payroll compliant with federal, state, and local requirements.
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subject matter expert in business controls and operational risk. Provides mentorship and thought leadership to peers and junior specialists. Represents the function in enterprise forums and regulatory discussions as need…
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Position Summary Our Deloitte Enterprise Performance team is at the forefront of enterprise technology, working across finance, supply chain, and IT operations to deliver holistic performance improvement and digital tran…
you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. In the role of Wayfinding Studio BIM Specialist, we'll count on you to:•Work for the Wayfinding discipline, under the direct sup…
This position would handle all aspects of Payroll for multiple locations in a centralized Payroll location Accurate payroll records are essential to operating a successful Automotive Group Responsibilities: * Processing…
We are seeking an experienced ATM DevOps Specialist to support software installation, configuration, patching, and automation across Windows-based virtual and physical ATM environments. The ideal candidate will have expe…
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Position Title: Payroll Specialist Location: Charlotte, NC, Hybrid schedule: 3 days in office, Tuesday–Thursday Compensation: $60,000 - $65,000 / Annually Employment Type: Direct Hire Benefits: This position is eligible…
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What payroll specialists earn in Charlotte
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $21–$27 | $44k–$57k |
| Mid level | $26–$34 | $54k–$71k |
| Senior | $33–$42 | $69k–$88k |
Adjusted for the Charlotte market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Payroll processingADP, Paychex, or WorkdayMulti-state payroll taxWage and hour complianceGarnishments and deductionsBenefits administration basicsExcelDiscretion and confidentialityAccuracy under deadlines
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Walk me through a full payroll cycle you have run.
Cover collecting time data, validating changes, processing, review, and post-run reporting. Emphasize your checks before anything is finalized.
How do you handle a payroll error after employees have been paid?
Show urgency and correctness: quantify the error, follow the legal rules for corrections, communicate honestly with those affected, and fix the root cause.
What experience do you have with multi-state payroll?
Name the states and the wrinkles you managed, such as local taxes, differing overtime rules, or remote-worker registrations.
How do you process garnishments and other involuntary deductions?
Show you know the order of priority, response deadlines, and the documentation trail, and that you treat these with strict confidentiality.
Which payroll systems have you used, and have you been through a conversion?
Name the platforms and your depth in each. Conversion or implementation experience is a strong differentiator worth detailing.
How do you keep payroll data confidential?
Mention access controls, clean-desk habits, and declining to discuss compensation outside proper channels, even under social pressure.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For payroll specialists specifically — generic advice costs you here
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State the payroll size you ran: employee count, pay frequencies, and number of states or entities.
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Quantify accuracy, such as error rates or consecutive on-time pay runs, since that is the core promise of the role.
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Name your platforms exactly — ADP Workforce Now, Paychex Flex, Workday, Gusto — as job posts filter on them.
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Include compliance wins, like clean payroll tax filings, resolved agency notices, or year-end W-2 cycles delivered without corrections.
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List certifications such as FPC or CPP; they carry real weight in payroll hiring.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Payroll Clerk
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Payroll Specialist
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Senior Payroll Specialist
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Payroll Manager
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