Sr. Payroll Specialist

Allucent•Cary, NC

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Allucent™, we are dedicated to helping small-medium biopharmaceutical companies efficiently navigate the complex world of clinical trials to bring life-changing therapies to patients in need across the globe. Join our global Payroll and Finance team where you’ll play a key role in managing accurate, timely payroll for employees across the U.S. and Canada. As a Sr. Payroll Specialist, you’ll partner closely with Payroll, Finance, and Human Resources to ensure a seamless employee experience while supporting critical payroll processes across the organization. This role is based in Cary, NC and requires two(2)-three(3) days in office per week. As a Sr. Payroll Specialist, you’ll play a key role in managing accurate, timely bi-weekly payroll for employees across the U.S. and Canada while overseeing a broad range of payroll activities, including deductions, bonuses, garnishments, tax changes, reconciliations, and employee inquiries. You’ll partner closely with Global Payroll, Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, and external providers to support payroll reporting, audits, benefits plans, and compliance across multiple jurisdictions. This is a hands-on opportunity to take ownership of critical payroll processes while contributing to broader business initiatives.

Requirements

3–5+ years of hands-on payroll experience, supporting U.S. and Canadian payroll
Strong attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to manage complex payroll processes, reconciliations, and deadlines
Experience with ADP Workforce Now or a similar payroll/HRIS platform
High level of confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive employee and payroll information
Strong communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to collaborate across Payroll, Finance, HR, and other teams in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Detail-oriented payroll professional who takes ownership
Thrives in a fast-paced environment
Brings strong judgment when handling sensitive information
Collaborative problem-solver with strong communication skills
Confidently manage complex payroll processes while partnering across Payroll, Finance, HR, and the broader business

Responsibilities

Managing accurate, timely bi-weekly payroll for employees across the U.S. and Canada
Overseeing a broad range of payroll activities, including deductions, bonuses, garnishments, tax changes, reconciliations, and employee inquiries
Partnering closely with Global Payroll, Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, and external providers to support payroll reporting, audits, benefits plans, and compliance across multiple jurisdictions
Taking ownership of critical payroll processes
Contributing to broader business initiatives