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Payroll Consultant

CAPTRUST
Raleigh, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 11/26/2025 CLOSED ON 3/26/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll Consultant position at CAPTRUST?

WHO are we looking for?

Responsibilities

CAPTRUST is seeking a Payroll Consultant who will be responsible for all payroll functions. Excellent organizational skills with an eye for accuracy are important qualifications for this position, as well as the ability to thrive in a changing work environment. The ideal candidate for this position has deep analytical skills, the ability to handle high workload times, is reliable and is committed to always meeting deadlines. Primary responsibilities may include the following, among others:

  • Process, review and balance semi-monthly payroll
  • Submit payrolls for salaried, hourly, and variable compensation employees
  • Ensure payroll transactions are processed correctly for time, earnings, benefits, deductions, tax withholdings, garnishments, and other key payroll items
  • Maintain accurate records of payroll documentation and transactions
  • Enter data into payroll and administrative databases and software programs
  • Perform basic accounting entries of payroll related activity
  • Respond timely and effectively to payroll-related inquiries
  • Investigate and resolve payroll issues and ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards
  • Analyze payroll procedures and recommend changes leading to best practices
  • Handle payroll compliance matters such as multi-state / multi-jurisdiction tax withholding and garnishments
  • Ensure completion of annual payroll related tax filings and tax amendments
  • Willingness to dive into new roles and responsibilities
  • Provide support / back-up for ongoing headcount processing and tracking
  • Collaborate with other members of the Finance team to complete special projects as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in a math-based field of study (accounting, math, finance, technology)
  • At least 5 years of experience in multi-state payroll processing with 1,000 employees
  • Experience working with ADP payroll software
  • Knowledge and understanding of Federal and State employment taxes
  • Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and how payroll interacts with the Firm Financial Statements

Desired Qualifications/Skills

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Ability to handle highly confidential information with utmost integrity
  • Interest and/or experience in BI (Business Intelligence) software is a plus
  • Strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Able to lead by influence and gain trust of internal and external stakeholders
  • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of federal and state employment law, tax law, and workers’ compensation
  • Strong Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word; etc.) and payroll and accounting systems
  • Able to manage a high demand workload and pace

WHAT can you expect from your career at CAPTRUST?

Our colleagues, like our clients, tend to stay with CAPTRUST for years. There’s a reason for it; it’s a great culture in which to work and grow. We all work together, each of us motivating those around us with our commitment to high standards. At CAPTRUST, expect a fully stocked break room, fun employee events, and a quality team surrounding you with opportunities for personal growth.

Our Employee Benefits Package shows how much we value our team. Some benefits include:

  • Company discretionary bonus.
  • Health, dental, and vision coverage, employer 401(k) plan and company match, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, and voluntary supplemental plans subject to plan terms.
  • Company-paid benefits such as life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability, subject to applicable waiting periods.
  • Paid time off (PTO) or Paid Sick Leave (PSL)

WHERE will you be working?

4208 Six Forks Rd #1700 | Raleigh, NC 27609

Due to the nature of the role, this is not a remote or work from home position.

HOW do we build a world class organization one brick at a time?

We make it a priority to hire those who have a commitment to service, a real interest in other people, and a passion to continuously improve. Simply put: the difference at CAPTRUST is the quality of our people and depth of our bench. If you are ready to make your mark, we want to talk to you.

Are you the next brick?

To get it done the CAPTRUST Way, an individual should exhibit the following characteristics:

  • Ability to build successful, collaborative, and trusting relationships
  • Instinctive aptitude for consistently creating accurate, concise, respectful, and easy-to-understand verbal and written communications conveying complex information
  • A strong sense of urgency about getting work done and solving problems to achieve results that benefit our clients and colleagues, even when faced with challenges
  • Inherent desire to give back to our communities and enrich the lives of those around us
  • An other-centered mindset
  • Integrity through maintaining objectivity

EEO/Diversity Statement

At CAPTRUST, we are committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce and inclusive work environment where ALL colleagues feel authentically seen, respected, and supported.

It is our intent to maintain a work environment that is free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation because of sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or other related medical conditions), gender, race (including hair texture or hairstyles associated with race), religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, uniformed service, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. #mid-senior

This position will remain open until filled.

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