Payroll Specialist

ACBJ; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

ACBJ in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Payroll Specialist to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing for all employees. This role handles payroll data, stays compliant with federal and state regulations, and answers payroll inquiries with professionalism.

You will process weekly or bi-weekly payroll for hourly and salaried staff, verify timekeeping, reconcile data, and ensure accurate deductions, bonuses, and overtime.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of payroll processing experience required.
• Experience with ADP payroll system.
• Strong knowledge of payroll taxes, wage/hour rules, and garnishments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and HR/payroll software.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly/bi-weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees.
• Verify timekeeping, resolve discrepancies, obtain approvals.
• Enter, audit, and reconcile payroll data including wages, deductions, bonuses, commissions.
• Maintain payroll records per federal, state, local regulations.
• Prepare payroll-related tax filings and year-end documents such as W-2s.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries with confidentiality.

Skills

Payroll laws & regs

Attention to detail

Excel proficiency

HR/payroll software

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/HR

Tools

ADP

Job description

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

Job Overview

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely processing of payroll for all employees. This role manages payroll data, maintains compliance with federal and state regulations, and provides exceptional support to employees regarding payroll-related inquiries. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and skilled in managing sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.

Job Responsibilities

Payroll Processing

• Prepare and process weekly/bi-weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees.
• Verify timekeeping records, resolve discrepancies, and ensure appropriate approvals.
• Enter, audit, and reconcile payroll data, including wages, deductions, bonuses, and commissions.
• Ensure accurate calculation of overtime, shift differentials, and special pay.

Compliance & Recordkeeping

• Maintain payroll records in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Prepare and submit payroll-related tax filings, reports, and year-end documents (e.g., W-2s).
• Stay current with changes to payroll laws and regulations.

Employee Support

• Maintain the highest confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive information.

Skills & Experience

Education/Experience:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or related field.
• 2+ years of payroll processing experience required.
• Experience with payroll systems such as ADP

Skills/Experience

• Strong understanding of payroll laws, tax regulations, wage/hour compliance, and garnishments.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and HR/payroll software.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines and handle confidential information.
• CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) or FPC (Fundamental Payroll Certification) preferred.
• Experience working in a multi-state payroll environment preferred.

Additional Job Information

The well-being of our employees is paramount. For that reason, ACBJ offers a variety of rich and competitive benefits including bundled health, dental and vision plans designed to meet our employees' needs. We also provide programs to support mental health and wellness and a generous time-off policy in support of taking the time needed to recharge.

• Paid Parental Leave
• 401K Plan with Employer Match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Multiple Employee Dependent Scholarship Programs
• Commuter Flexible Spending
• Lifestyle Programs (Including incentives for healthy habits)
• Medical Infertility Services
• Corporate discount programs
• Employee Recognition/Service Awards
• And so much more!

(Benefits coverage indicated above may be based on employee participation in benefit programs and eligibility)

Salary Range

Competitive

Compliance Statement

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable city, state or federal law.

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Information on race, gender and national origin will only be used for statistical and recordkeeping purposes, and will not be used in making any employment decisions. All information provided will be kept separate from your expression of interest. Providing this information is strictly voluntary, and you will not be subjected to any adverse action or treatment if you choose not to provide this information. If you do not choose to answer these questions, we ask that you select "Decline to Identify" for each question. Thank you for your voluntary cooperation.