Payroll Administrator

Greenscape; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Green Leaf Group is seeking a dependable Payroll Administrator to join our Finance team in the Raleigh area. You will own key payroll responsibilities, ensure employees are paid accurately and on time, and serve as the go-to resource for payroll questions in a structured, hands-on environment.

This role requires at least 2 years of hands-on ADP Workforce Now payroll experience, strong Excel skills, and a disciplined approach to records, processes, and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of hands-on payroll processing using ADP Workforce Now.
• Experience with other ADP platforms (RUN or Vantage HCM) may be considered.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel with formulas, lookups, and pivot tables.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy with numbers.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to meet recurring deadlines.
• Ability to follow established procedures while investigating discrepancies with discretion.
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative approach with Finance, HR, and employees across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Payroll Processing & Accuracy: Review weekly payroll reports, identify discrepancies, and process regular wages, overtime, additions, and deductions per policy. Process manual pay adjustments, voids, and reversals; maintain accurate payroll records in ADP.
• Commission Administration: Calculate and process monthly commission payments per individual agreements; ensure guidelines are understood and applied consistently.
• Employee Support & Communication: Serve as primary payroll contact for questions; explain discrepancies and maintain confidentiality of compensation information.
• Organization & Process Improvement: Maintain payroll records; develop SOPs; identify efficiency improvements while preserving controls; pull reports and support data requests.

Skills

Excel

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Discretion & integrity

Team collaboration

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Job description

If you enjoy getting the details right, take pride in dependable work, and want to become an expert in your field, continue reading.

Are you someone who enjoys working with numbers, maintaining accuracy, and making sure things are done the right way? Do you take pride in producing reliable work, following established processes, and being someone others can count on?

Green Leaf Group is looking for a dependable, detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join our Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with hands-on payroll experience who enjoys working in a structured, hands‑on environment where accuracy, consistency, and accountability matter.

In this role, you will take ownership of key payroll responsibilities, ensuring our employees are paid accurately and on time. You will become a go‑to resource for payroll questions, develop a strong understanding of our compensation policies, and help maintain consistent, reliable payroll processes across the organization.

What You'll Be Responsible For

Payroll Processing & Accuracy

• Review weekly payroll reports and ADP Workforce Now output to identify discrepancies and correct errors before payroll is finalized.
• Calculate and process regular wages, salaries, overtime, additions, and deductions in accordance with company policies.
• Process manual pay adjustments, voids, and check reversals as needed.
• Maintain accurate employee payroll information in ADP and other applicable systems, coordinating with HR to confirm changes and required updates.

Commission Administration

• Calculate and process monthly commission payments according to individual employee compensation agreements.
• Develop a thorough understanding of commission guidelines to ensure payments are accurate and consistent.
• Partner with HR to clarify compensation policies and resolve questions when needed.

Employee Support & Communication

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee payroll questions.
• Research and explain pay discrepancies, deductions, additions, and commission calculations.
• Handle confidential employee and compensation information with professionalism and discretion.

Organization & Process Improvement

• Maintain organized payroll records and supporting documentation.
• Develop, document, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure payroll processes are consistent and repeatable.
• Identify opportunities to improve accuracy and efficiency while maintaining established controls.
• Pull payroll reports and assist with special data requests and analysis.

What We're Looking For

• At least 2 years of hands‑on payroll processing experience using ADP Workforce Now. Experience with other ADP platforms, such as RUN or Vantage HCM, may also be considered.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, lookups, and pivot tables.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy when working with numbers.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage recurring deadlines.
• Ability to follow established procedures while recognizing and investigating discrepancies.
• A high level of integrity and discretion when handling confidential information.
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills.
• A collaborative approach and willingness to work closely with Finance, HR, and employees throughout the organization.

Additional Qualifications That Will Stand Out:

• ADP Certified Payroll Specialist – Workforce Now credential (preferred).
• ADP Entry‑Level Payroll Specialist Professional Certificate through Coursera (considered).

Why Join Green Leaf Group?

We believe great work comes from people who take pride in what they do. This role offers the opportunity to build expertise, establish dependable processes, and become an important part of a close‑knit Finance team.

You'll have the opportunity to:

• Take ownership of an important and recurring business function.
• Become a trusted payroll resource for employees and leadership.
• Work in a hands‑on environment where accuracy and consistency are valued.
• Build your knowledge of payroll, compensation, and financial operations.
• Contribute to improving processes and creating more efficient ways of working.

We are a family business, locally owned and lead, operating across the Triangle Region of North Carolina. Established in 1979, today we employ over 200 team members in 4 locations, servicing a diversified portfolio of commercial clients. After 43+ years, we continue to operate with the same founding principles and values that have led to the growth and success that we enjoy today.