Explore Payroll Specialist Jobs

Do you excel in finance and administration roles? Then a job as a Payroll Specialist could be perfect for you. Browse through our extensive list of opportunities in this field, leveraging your skills to manage company salaries, wages, bonuses, and other forms of employee compensation.

What Does a Payroll Specialist Do?

A Payroll Specialist handles all things related to an organization's payroll, ensuring workers are paid correctly and on time. They calculate rates of pay, overtime, and taxable earnings, and also manage benefit deductions and handle tax filings.

Skills Needed for a Payroll Specialist

Great Payroll Specialists are accurate, detail-oriented, and have strong mathematical and organizational skills. They understand the intricacies of payroll processing, tax deductions, need to stay updated on labour laws, and be comfortable using payroll software.

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$86K - $119K *

The Payroll & Benefits Manager oversees payroll and benefits administration for North Shore Bank, ensuring accurate and timely processing. This role also involves managing a team, completing tax recon...

5d ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$81K - $102K *

The Payroll Labor Compliance Manager at Construction Resources Management, Inc. specializes in advising and guiding the organization on union labor compliance and inter-union reciprocity, ensuring pay...

2w ago

  •     Legal & Accounting

$65K - $97K *

Sales Executive responsible for developing new clients and increasing the client base to drive profits in various sales organizations. Requires prospecting, presenting solutions to key stakeholders, a...

3w ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $125K *

The Senior Finance & Accounting System Analyst role involves maintaining and enhancing financial and accounting applications, providing user support, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to o...

3w ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $139K *

The Senior Workday Reporting Analyst will be responsible for developing innovative solutions for stakeholders, building custom reports and dashboards, and providing data-driven insights to guide busin...

2w ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$67K - $109K *

The Senior Accountant at Exact Sciences is responsible for creating financial transactions and reports, maintaining accounting operations, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. This posi...

More than 4w ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $101K *

The Human Resources Manager will oversee all employee-related issues, manage recruitment, employee relations, performance management, training & development, and ensure legal compliance. They play a c...

More than 4w ago

  •     Retail & Consumer Goods

$75K - $108K *

The Workers Compensation Manager at JBS USA is responsible for managing workers' compensation claims, developing case management plans, coordinating information exchange, and leading claim reviews to...

More than 4w ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$59K - $109K *

Manage compensation programs, analyze data, support annual compensation processes, and collaborate with senior team members.

2w ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $97K *

The Sr. Human Resources Generalist at Saputo is responsible for managing HR policies and programs, overseeing the employee lifecycle, resolving employee concerns, and driving culture and engagement in...

More than 4w ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$70K - $101K *

Seeking a results-driven Process & Automation Specialist to design and implement equipment and automation projects in the manufacturing industry.

1w ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $92K *

The Senior Accountant at Apple Leisure Group will be responsible for delivering accurate financial results for the Funjet brand in alignment with company close schedule. The role involves completing j...

3w ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$85K - $145K *

The Lead HR Advisor - Employee Relations serves as a trusted advisor to leaders across the organization, leading the deployment of key HR initiatives and overseeing complex employee investigations and...

2d ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $96K *

The Senior HR Generalist position at Kohler in Wisconsin requires a professional with at least three years of HR experience to oversee recruitment, talent management, and HR processes, providing suppo...

4d ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $101K *

Seeking a dynamic HR Manager to join our team in La Crosse, Wisconsin, responsible for shaping the company's people-centric culture, driving employee engagement, and developing effective HR strategies...

More than 4w ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$65K - $97K *

The Project Manager at Commercial Recreation Specialists is responsible for accurately costing prospective projects and managing all aspects of delivering completed projects on time and within budget...

3w ago

  •     Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $121K *

The Senior Human Resources Manager at TouchPoint will provide field and corporate support in associate relations, recruitment, training, and diversity for hospital accounts in Wisconsin...

1w ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $131K *

The Tax Manager role at Clarios involves collaborating on all aspects of Domestic tax, including income tax provision and tax compliance, in a multinational environment. The position requires strong l...

1w ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $131K *

The Sr. Technical Product Operations Specialist role at UKG involves driving advancement of Cloud operational strategy, facilitating meetings, and building partnerships to enhance product offerings...

1w ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$107K - $161K *

The Staff Strategic Sourcing Specialist - IT at Illumina is responsible for developing and implementing category plans, performing spend analysis, negotiating with suppliers, and managing strategic so...

More than 4w ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $111K *

Tax Managers are responsible for managing client relationships, preparing tax documents, and providing financial recommendations while demonstrating knowledge of clients' businesses. The role offers l...

1w ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$83K - $108K *

The Senior Auditor - Operations at U.S. Bank will be responsible for completing audit engagement assignments with minimal supervision, supporting audit coverage of various business areas, and providin...

2d ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$73K - $170K *

The Account Executive-Commerce position at Perficient involves driving sales of Commerce solutions to new and existing clients, developing strategic account plans, and representing the company at indu...

2d ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $131K *

The Tax Manager at SVA in Brookfield, WI will oversee tax work and tax matters, supervise staff, stay updated on tax laws, and participate in tax training. The role involves client work, supervision a...

3w ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$67K - $109K *

The Technical Sourcing Specialist at Exact Sciences is responsible for managing relationships with suppliers, supporting procurement elements of projects, and building a robust supply chain. This role...

4d ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What education is needed for a Payroll Specialist?question toggle

    A bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or similar field is typically required for a Payroll Specialist role. However, significant experience in finance or HR roles can also be sufficient. Payroll certification like the Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) can also be beneficial.

  • What is the average salary for a Payroll Specialist?question toggle

    Salary can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, and company size. However, Payroll Specialists often earn between $50,000 to $70,000 per year.

  • What does a typical day look like for a Payroll Specialist?question toggle

    A typical day may include tasks such as monitoring employee work hours, calculating wages, preparing payroll checks, managing benefit deductions, and ensuring compliance with tax laws.

  • What is the career growth for a Payroll Specialist?question toggle

    Advancement opportunities may involve moving into supervisory or management roles within a company's finance or HR departments. With additional education or certifications, career advancement can also lead to roles such as financial or business analyst.