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Exempt Remote Payroll Manager Jobs in Raleigh, NC

Wake County Public School System

Payroll Specialist

Cary, NC · On-site +1

$24 - $32.50/hr

... STATUS Nonexempt ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT No WORK WEEK SCHEDULE Monday-Friday ... Effective time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines; * Excellent customer service ...

WCPSS

Payroll Specialist

Cary, NC · On-site +1

$24 - $32.50/hr

... STATUS Nonexempt ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT No WORK WEEK SCHEDULE Monday-Friday ... Effective time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines; Excellent customer service ...

Wake County Public School System

Payroll Specialist

Cary, NC · On-site +1

$24 - $32.50/hr

... STATUS Nonexempt ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT No WORK WEEK SCHEDULE Monday-Friday ... Effective time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines; * Excellent customer service ...

WCPSS

Payroll Specialist

Cary, NC · On-site +1

$24 - $32.50/hr

... STATUS Nonexempt ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT No WORK WEEK SCHEDULE Monday-Friday ... Effective time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines; * Excellent customer service ...

CloudPay, Inc.

Senior Campaign Manager

Raleigh, NC · Remote

About this job opportunity Our Vision To be the world's most trusted global payroll partner ... Local benefits apply and will be discussed during the recruitment process. #LI-AC1 #LI-REMOTE The ...

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How much do exempt remote payroll manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for exempt remote payroll manager in Raleigh, NC is $86,900.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $69,000.00 and $101,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Exempt Remote Payroll Manager vs Exempt Payroll Specialist?

AspectExempt Remote Payroll ManagerExempt Payroll Specialist
CredentialsTypically requires payroll certifications (e.g., CPP, FPC), relevant experienceOften requires similar certifications or payroll experience
Work EnvironmentRemote, overseeing payroll processes, managing teamsRemote or on-site, processing payroll data, ensuring accuracy
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in HR and finance departments across various industriesCommon in HR/payroll departments, often entry to mid-level roles

The Exempt Remote Payroll Manager focuses on overseeing payroll operations, managing teams, and ensuring compliance, often requiring leadership skills and certifications. The Exempt Payroll Specialist handles payroll processing tasks, ensuring data accuracy and compliance, typically with similar credentials. While both roles can be remote and share certifications, the manager role involves higher-level oversight and strategic responsibilities.

What are the most commonly searched types of Remote Payroll Manager jobs in Raleigh, NC? The most popular types of Remote Payroll Manager jobs in Raleigh, NC are:
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Infographic showing various Exempt Remote Payroll Manager job openings in Raleigh, NC as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 98% Full Time, and 2% Part Time. Highlights an 29% In-person, 4% Hybrid, and 67% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,900 per year, or $41.8 per hour.
Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

Wake County Public School System

Cary, NC • On-site, Remote

$24 - $32.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago

Wake County Public School System rating

5.4

Company rating: 5.4 out of 10

Based on 33 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

457th of 549 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

Overview
POSITION TITLE (Oracle title)
PAYROLL SPECIALIST
WORKING TITLE
Payroll Specialist
SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT
Compensation Services
LOCATION
Crossroads III, Cary, NC
PAY GRADE
Noncertified Grade 25
FLSA STATUS
Nonexempt
ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT
No
WORK WEEK SCHEDULE
Monday-Friday (occasional evenings and weekends) Position is available for a Hybrid Telework workweek
POSITION PURPOSE:
Performs payroll related duties to ensure Wake County Public School System (WCPSS) employees are compensated timely and accurately according to federal, state, and local laws, policies, and procedures for the number of hours and days worked or contracted time employed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)
  • Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Word, and Excel; Google Apps;
  • Working knowledge of Oracle, and other similar payroll related software programs;
  • Knowledge of general payroll processes including taxation, deductions, bonuses, and compensation schedules;
  • Knowledge of general personnel information systems;
  • Effective time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines;
  • Excellent customer service skills;
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills;
  • Ability to work on multiple tasks or parts of tasks simultaneously to ensure timely completion of projects and other work activities;
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback;
  • Ability to exercise independent initiative to perform both original and recurring assignments, and exercise judgement in the absence of clear directives;
  • Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems;
  • Ability to apply general rules, laws, and policies to specific problems to stay compliant;
  • Ability to use relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards;
  • Ability to develop specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish their work;
  • Ability to identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts;
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent; AND
  • Two years of experience in payroll related experience; OR
  • Associate degree from a regionally accredited college or university; AND
  • One year of experience in payroll, bookkeeping or accounting.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
None
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Experience working with Oracle based accounting and payroll systems;
  • Previous experience in a school system finance or payroll department;
  • Experience in general auditing.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  1. Identifies needed pay adjustments due to hire and termination dates as well as position changes.
  2. Reviews the payroll processing calendar daily to ensure deadlines are met; informs team leader of status of payroll processing as it relates to required deadlines.
  3. Maintains confidential payroll files and information for an assigned set of schools and/or departments.
  4. Serves as a resource for school and department secretaries.
  5. Reviews, corrects, and updates employee payroll reports (pre-payroll report, auto decrement, pre-register, and payroll element audit report).
  6. Analyses all payroll related keying errors for corrections.
  7. Analyses payroll data and audits payment to identify over/under payments.
  8. Evaluates future payroll payments for overpayments collection purposes.
  9. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local legal requirements for existing and new legislation.
  10. Communicates complex instructions to school and department secretaries ensuring accurate keying including extended leave, late hires, and terminations payments.
  11. Performs data entry, verification, and follow-up of Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Contagious Disease leave; makes contact with schools, departments, and Human Resources staff to ensure accurate leave information prior to payroll runs.
  12. Reviews the compensation services manual on a regular basis to ensure processes and procedures are followed accurately.
  13. Monitors employee overpayments through receivables to ensure that the overpayment is cleared before final payout.
  1. Performs miscellaneous payroll duties and assists other Payroll Analysts, as required.
  2. Responsible for obtaining information from all relevant sources such as timesheets, leave forms, calendars, payroll actions forms, and other pay related documents necessary for audits, pay corrections and analyzing pay to determine accuracy of wages.
  3. Use relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
  4. Develop specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish their work.
  5. Identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
  6. Performs other related duties, as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets. The position, at times, must be able to come into direct contact with school system staff, students, and the public. Work is considered light physical work, requiring the exertion of up to ten pounds of force.
EFFECTIVE DATE:10/2023
DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required by the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by HR and approved at any time.

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Wake County Public Schools (WCPSS) is a well-regarded educational institution based in Cary, NC, United States. As the largest school district in North Carolina and the 15th largest in the U.S, it operates within the education industry providing primary and secondary education to students in Wake County. The district oversees a wide array of schools, including traditional calendars, year-round calendars, modified calendars, and magnets. Founded in 1976, the WCPSS has consistently strived to meet the individual needs of all students by providing a safe, supportive, and rigorous learning environment.

Industry

Education

Company size

201 - 500 Employees

Headquarters location

Cary, NC, US

Year founded

1976

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