Audemars Piguet Payroll Specialist
- Location
- RaleighNorth CarolinaUSA
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Human Resources, People & Culture
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Jul 29, 2026
About Audemars Piguet
The brand is a prestigious entity within the luxury fashion sector, renowned for its exquisite craftsmanship and innovative designs. As part of a leading global luxury group, it offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development in a dynamic and sophisticated environment.
Audemars Piguet seeks a Payroll Specialist in Raleigh, NC to manage bi-weekly payroll processing, HRIS administration, and regulatory compliance.
Role & Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for hourly, salaried, and temporary employees, including timekeeping imports, payroll adjustments, direct deposit updates, tax changes, garnishments, and other payroll transactions
- Perform comprehensive payroll audits and reconciliations between payroll, HRIS, and time & attendance systems to identify discrepancies, ensure data integrity, and proactively resolve issues prior to payroll processing
- Execute pre- and post-payroll validation procedures, internal controls, and payroll reporting to ensure payroll accuracy, completeness, and compliance
- Administer variable compensation payments, including bonuses, incentives, retroactive pay adjustments, and other earnings
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll regulations by accurately managing payroll taxes, wage garnishments, unemployment claims, year-end reporting, and statutory filings
- Maintain payroll records and documentation in accordance with legal, regulatory, audit, and company retention requirements, while supporting internal and external audits
- Identify payroll, compliance, and system-related risks, recommend process improvements, and partner with HR, Finance, and vendors to enhance payroll operations and controls
- Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll inquiries, providing timely resolution of employee issues while delivering a high level of customer service and confidentiality
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of professional payroll experience
- Proficiency in payroll software such as Paylocity or ADP
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly in Excel with advanced formula knowledge, Word, and Outlook
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage high volumes of data with accuracy
- Capable of handling multiple priorities in a high-pressure environment
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset
- Exceptional judgment, discretion, and professional courtesy
- Knowledge of multi-state payroll processing, including understanding of varying state and local tax requirements
Skills
Experience
Minimum 5 years of professional payroll experience in a mid-to-senior level capacity. Experience with multi-state payroll processing and knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax requirements is essential.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required; some college or associate degree preferred.
Workplace
The role is situated in Raleigh, North Carolina, USA.
Benefits
Competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package; salary determined based on relevant skills and experience.
Culture
The brand fosters a culture of excellence and innovation, where creativity and individual contributions are highly valued. Employees are encouraged to pursue personal growth and are supported in their professional development within a collaborative and inclusive environment.
About Cerulean
Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.
Frequently Asked Questions
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