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Exempt Remote Payroll Manager Jobs in Raleigh, NC

Senior Workday HRIS Reporting analyst

Raleigh, NC · On-site +1

$80K - $102K/yr

Reporting, Data Management & Governance * Partner with HR, Payroll, Finance, Benefits, and IT teams ... Direct-hire, full-time * Work Model: (Hybrid/Remote/Onsite - to be confirmed) * Relocation: (If ...

... plans, payroll setup, sales tax, accounting requirements and obligations compared to other ... remote and hybrid options What's in it for you: - Working with an industry leader : Be part of a ...

Project Quality Lead

Cary, NC · On-site +1

$115K - $125K/yr

... management environment with a proven ability to collaborate on projects with a mix of remote and ... Work Hours This is a full-time, exempt position. Work Location In-office preferred; Annapolis, MD ...

Exempt Schedule: M-F Salary: Base salary + Quota Attainment Bonus About IPA For over 30 years, IPA ... Proven experience managing a defined account portfolio with full sales cycle ownership * Remote ...

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

As of Sep 8, 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:

Infographic showing various Exempt Remote Payroll Manager job openings in Raleigh, NC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 97% Full Time, and 3% Part Time. Highlights an 3% Hybrid, and 97% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,900 per year, or $41.8 per hour.

Finance & Accounting Outsourcing, Accounting Manager (Not-for Profit)

Cherry Bekaert

Raleigh, NC • On-site, Remote

$10K - $192K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Manage the delivery of outsourced accounting and financial reporting services for not-for-profit clients.

  • Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, providing guidance on accounting operations, reporting requirements, and process improvements.

  • Oversee client onboarding activities, including process transitions, system implementations, and operational integrations.


Cherry Bekaert rating

9.2

Company rating: 9.2 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

2nd of 23 rated bookkeepers and accountants


Job description

Job Description Posted

This position supports the continued growth of Cherry Bekaert's Finance & Accounting Outsourcing practice and our expanding not-for-profit client portfolio. The successful candidate will partner with FAO leadership and mission-driven organizations to deliver accounting, financial reporting, and advisory solutions that help clients operate efficiently, maintain compliance, and advance their organizational goals.

As a Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) Manager, you will:

  • Manage the delivery of outsourced accounting and financial reporting services for not-for-profit clients.

  • Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, providing guidance on accounting operations, reporting requirements, and process improvements.

  • Lead, coach, and develop accounting professionals, including offshore team members.

  • Oversee client onboarding activities, including process transitions, system implementations, and operational integrations.

  • Review financial statements, management reporting packages, reconciliations, and other client deliverables.

  • Support clients with budgeting, forecasting, grant reporting, and board reporting requirements.

  • Monitor engagement performance, resource utilization, and client satisfaction.

  • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through process enhancements and technology solutions.

  • Manage multiple client priorities while ensuring exceptional service and quality delivery.

What You Bring to the Role:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

  • CPA preferred.

  • 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including management experience within a public accounting firm.

  • Experience providing outsourced accounting, client accounting advisory, or controllership services to multiple clients.

  • Not-for-profit accounting experience required, including experience supporting charitable organizations, foundations, associations, educational institutions, or other tax-exempt entities.

  • Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, grant accounting, and fund accounting principles.

  • Experience leading and developing accounting professionals, including remote and offshore team members.

  • Strong project management, organizational, and client relationship management skills.

  • Highly analytical with strong attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities.

  • Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver exceptional client service in a fast-paced environment.

What you can expect from us:

  • Our shared values that foster inclusion and belonging including uncompromising integrity, collaboration, trust, and mutual respect

  • The opportunity to innovate and do work that motivates and engages you

  • A collaborative environment focused on enabling you to further your career growth and continuous professional development

  • Competitive compensation and a total rewards package that focuses on all aspects of your wellbeing

  • Flexibility to do impactful work and the time to enjoy your life outside of work

  • Opportunities to connect and learn from professionals from different backgrounds and with different cultures

Benefits Information:

Cherry Bekaert cares about our people. We offer competitive compensation packages based on performance that recognize the value our people bring to our clients and our Firm. The salary range for this position is included below. Individual salaries within this range are determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education, knowledge, skills, and geographic location. In addition, we offer a comprehensive, high-quality benefits program which includes annual bonus, medical, dental, and vision care; disability and life insurance; generous Paid Time Off; retirement plans; Paid Care Leave; and other programs that are dedicated to enhancing your personal and work life and providing you and your family with a measure of financial protection.

Pay Range:

Pay From: $101,00 to $192,600

About Cherry Bekaert

Cherry Bekaert, ranked among the largest assurance, tax and advisory firms in the U.S., serves clients across industries in all 50 U.S. states and internationally. For more details, visit https://www.cbh.com/disclosure/

Cherry Bekaert provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. https://careers.cbh.com/legal-disclosures/ contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws.

This role is expected to accept applications for at least five calendar days and may continue to be posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Candidates must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States.Cherry Bekaert will not provideworksponsorship for this position.

Cherry Bekaert LLP and Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC are members of Allinial Global, an accountancy and business advisory global association. Visit us athttps://careers.cbh.com/ and follow us onLinkedIn,Instagram, Twitterand Facebook.

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