Explore Payroll Analyst Jobs

Find Payroll Analyst opportunities with employers seeking experienced professionals to support accurate, compliant, and insight-driven payroll operations. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping you discover senior-level roles that align with your expertise and career goals.

What Does a Payroll Analyst Do?

Payroll Analysts review payroll data and processes to help ensure employees are paid accurately and on time. Their work may include analyzing payroll reports, reconciling discrepancies, monitoring compliance with tax and labor requirements, supporting payroll system improvements, and preparing insights for finance and human resources teams. Responsibilities vary by employer, industry, and role level.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and experience with payroll systems, spreadsheets, and reporting tools. Knowledge of payroll regulations, tax withholding, benefits deductions, reconciliations, and data privacy can be valuable. Communication and problem-solving skills also help analysts collaborate across payroll, HR, finance, and technology teams.

Career Paths for Payroll Analysts

Payroll Analyst roles can build experience for advancement into senior payroll analysis, payroll management, compensation operations, HR systems, or finance positions. Career progression depends on an individual’s background, scope of responsibility, and employer needs.

Find Payroll Analyst Jobs on Ladders

Browse vetted Payroll Analyst job listings on Ladders, including professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each posting for compensation details, qualifications, location, and responsibilities, then apply to roles that fit your experience.

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$93K - $109K *

Innovate alongside executives by providing strategic support to drive organizational success, manage high-stakes priorities, and enhance workflow efficiency. You'll serve as a vital liaison and truste...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading requirements documentation for software projects. Collaborate with stakeholders and technical teams to ensure successful delivery throughout the project lifecycle, while su...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving product strategy through data analysis and insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance, uncover growth opportunities, and influence stra...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring financial integrity and compliance. In this hands-on role, you'll manage revenue recognition and accounting processes, collaborating across departments to supp...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Unlock insights as a Senior Data Analyst, driving innovation through data analysis and strategic decision-making. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop solutions that enhance business per...

Windsor, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$97K - $155K *

Empower strategic financial decisions by analyzing data trends. Contribute to budgeting, reporting, and operational improvements, ensuring compliance with financial guidelines while supporting healthc...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $150K *

Unlock potential by providing advanced analytical support for energy programs. Collaborate with stakeholders to conduct complex analyses, oversee data mining, and deliver actionable insights to enhanc...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$143K - $224K *

Drive the transformation of global sales incentive compensation programs by designing innovative structures that align with enterprise strategies and motivate desired sales behaviors, while leveraging...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $115K *

Lead the charge in transforming complex business needs into impactful analytic products. Collaborate with stakeholders to design, develop, and maintain reusable semantic models that enhance decision-m...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Drive payroll operations by leading a multi-state team, optimizing processes, and ensuring compliance across North America. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance service delivery and implement best...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $120K *

Empower your career by driving customer insights through data analysis. Own segmentation, reporting, and performance tracking to enhance engagement and retention strategies, collaborating across teams...

Irvine, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$94K - $155K *

Lead the charge in optimizing partner relationships and Pre-Buy execution. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance sales strategies, manage complex programs, and ensure compliance while driving reve...

San Diego, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to drive enterprise sales within the Workday, SAP, or Coupa ecosystems. Leverage your relationships and expertise to navigate complex sales cycles, engage C-suite executives, and a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $90K *

Lead the charge in managing comprehensive accounting functions for self-insurance groups, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with regulations, and effective budget management while coll...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $160K *

Deliver impactful financial management solutions by leading a team of 8-10 professionals in federal financial systems. Engage with stakeholders to analyze data, support decision-making, and ensure suc...

Arlington, VARemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$142K - $188K *

Drive new business acquisition in the payer market by building C-suite relationships, managing the full sales cycle, and delivering tailored solutions to health plans and managed care organizations. Y...

North Carolina, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Drive sales growth by identifying new business opportunities and qualifying leads. Collaborate with a dynamic team to promote innovative solutions across diverse industries, ensuring a strong pipeline...

North Carolina, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $170K *

Join a team that's transforming data into actionable insights, enhancing customer partnerships, and driving business growth through innovative BI solutions and analytics for leading retailers like Wal...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$70K - $126K *

Unlock potential by leveraging comprehensive datasets to drive impactful business decisions. Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze trends, develop solutions, and improve clinical outcomes while man...

Florida, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join our team to enhance third-party risk management, ensuring vendors meet cybersecurity and compliance standards. Collaborate across departments to assess risks, support audits, and communicate effe...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$81K - $92K *

Drive thorough property valuation reviews to ensure compliance with regulations and adequate loan collateral. Utilize analytical skills to collaborate effectively across departments, maintain relation...

Atlanta, GARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$98K - $131K *

Transform complex challenges into sustainable solutions as a Senior Programmer & Systems Analyst. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance PeopleSoft environments, ensuring optimal performance, secur...

Oregon, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$123K - $183K *

Join us in shaping the future of financial planning and analysis for a leading bank. This senior leadership role drives strategic insights, oversees financial forecasts, and partners with cross-functi...

Utah, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Drive financial excellence by integrating and analyzing revenue and expense forecasts, ensuring alignment across functions. Collaborate with FP&A teams to deliver actionable insights and support strat...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Advance the SAP-to-NetSuite migration by implementing, testing, and optimizing the new ERP system. Collaborate with teams to ensure user training and support for a seamless transition and continuous i...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Payroll Analyst do?question toggle

    A Payroll Analyst examines payroll data and processes, helps resolve pay discrepancies, prepares reports, and supports accurate and compliant payroll operations. Specific duties depend on the employer and position.

  • What qualifications are common for Payroll Analyst jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for payroll or related finance and HR experience, analytical ability, attention to detail, and familiarity with payroll systems and reporting tools. Some roles may require knowledge of applicable tax, labor, and payroll regulations.

  • How much do Payroll Analyst jobs pay?question toggle

    Pay varies based on factors such as experience, location, industry, and job scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for compensation information.

  • What careers can follow a Payroll Analyst role?question toggle

    Depending on experience and interests, Payroll Analysts may pursue senior analyst or payroll manager roles, or move into compensation operations, HR systems, or finance.

  • How can I find Payroll Analyst jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Payroll Analyst openings and review listings for salary, responsibilities, location, and qualifications. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.