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Certified Payroll Assistant January 6, 2026

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Located in Fletcher, NC

Pay: $20-$25/hr

Job Full Description

Certified Payroll Assistant – $20–$25/hr
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Fletcher/Arden Area, NC
Position Type: Full-Time | Onsite (Not Remote)

Our client, a well-established national construction company with a presence in the Fletcher/Arden area, is seeking a Certified Payroll Assistant to join their team. This role is heavily focused on certified payroll for government contracts, with only light HR administrative support.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is extremely detail-oriented, strong in Excel, and experienced in compliance-driven payroll environments.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Process and manage certified payroll for government-funded construction projects

  • Ensure payroll is accurate and compliant with federal and state labor requirements

  • Maintain and audit payroll records and supporting documentation

  • Prepare and submit certified payroll reports

  • Use Excel extensively to track, reconcile, and report payroll data

  • Respond to payroll compliance requests and audit inquiries

  • Provide light HR administrative support as needed (employee records, basic documentation)

What They’re Looking For

  • Payroll experience required (certified payroll experience strongly preferred)

  • Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or similar certification is a plus and will impact pay, but is not required

  • Advanced Excel skills required

  • Extremely detail-oriented and organized

  • Experience working in a compliance-heavy or government contract environment is a big plus

  • Strong Microsoft Office skills

  • Professional, reliable, and able to handle sensitive information confidentially

Why This Opportunity

  • Pay range: $20–$25/hr, depending on experience and certification

  • Stable, full-time, onsite position

  • Benefits available once hired

  • Work for a large, established national company

  • Long-term opportunity in a specialized payroll role

Asheville, NC
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1979 Hendersonville Road
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Asheville, NC 28803

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