Welcome to the Payroll Analyst Job Category

A Payroll Analyst is a specialized type of Financial Analyst. They work in businesses of all sizes, managing their employer's payroll. With roles varying from preparing reports for accounting purposes, calculating and processing payments, and working on new payroll policies.

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Payroll Analysts can benefit from having skills like Financial analysis, Payroll Tax, ADP Payroll, and Payroll Processing. Discover updated high paying job listings and exclusive access to jobs from top tier companies nationwide.

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$110K - $130K *

Help us transform client data into actionable insights by designing and optimizing Workday reporting solutions. Lead initiatives, mentor junior team members, and enhance financial transparency across...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$99K - $110K *

Lead the transformation of Customer Success Operations, using your expertise to enhance reporting, drive strategic initiatives, and collaborate cross-functionally. This role requires analytical skills...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$156K - $210K *

Join a team that's redefining payroll compliance by leveraging your expertise in regulatory advisory. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design scalable solutions and ensure legal compliance i...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$88K - $107K *

Elevate enterprise risk management by identifying and monitoring AI-related risks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement best practices for responsible AI use, ensuring compliance and e...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $180K *

Grow your career by acting as Product Owner to optimize contact data value, define roadmaps, govern standards, and drive data quality through AI/ML automation while collaborating cross-functionally to...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Advance your SAP skills by designing functional solutions, collaborating across teams, and mentoring analysts to deliver impactful SAP FICO solutions that enhance operational efficiency and data integ...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of healthcare analytics by driving strategies that influence executive decisions, enhance operational excellence, and improve patient outcomes across a national telehealth platform. L...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$109K - $131K *

Join a growing team as you lead revenue accounting processes, ensuring compliance with ASC 606. You'll execute month-end closes, maintain controls, and drive improvements in a dynamic environment, con...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $105K *

Empower public health initiatives by analyzing and ensuring quality data focused on congenital heart defects. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance health outcomes through advanced statistical meth...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $175K *

Drive workforce management strategy, optimizing operations across multiple sites. Collaborate with leadership to enhance performance, provide strategic insights, and ensure effective staffing solution...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$109K - $131K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage revenue accounting processes, ensuring compliance with ASC 606. Leverage your expertise in high-growth environments to enhance financial integrity and scalability whi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$68K - $97K *

Shape financial operations by collaborating across teams to drive insights, improve processes, and ensure compliance. Leverage your analytical skills to manage billing, support audits, and enhance bus...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$149K - $213K *

Elevate your career by leading cross-functional teams to drive successful product launches. This role emphasizes collaboration, strategic planning, and operational readiness to enhance product offerin...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's committed to optimizing our business systems while owning CRM and marketing technology solutions. You'll translate needs into actionable insights, ensuring seamless data integration...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Transform HR processes by optimizing People Technology systems and enhancing Workday. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve operational efficiency and deliver scalable solutions that enri...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$143K - $169K *

Partner with us to optimize Workday as a hands-on HRIS Analyst. Lead configuration, testing, and user experience enhancements while collaborating across teams worldwide to deliver seamless people solu...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $136K *

Grow your career with this strategic role in financial modeling and planning. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop long-range plans, support capital workflows, and enhance financial proc...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that inspires business growth by driving strategic sales initiatives and fostering deep client relationships. Leverage innovative solutions to meet diverse employer needs while maximizing...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$46K - $122K *

Champion compliance initiatives by conducting research, analyzing trends, and collaborating with teams to ensure accurate and effective regulatory responses. Leverage data-driven insights to support c...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's transforming data integration with your expertise in Deltek Vantagepoint. You'll lead critical data migrations and ensure optimal system performance while maintaining data integrity...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$68K - $143K *

Join a dedicated financial team, driving critical analysis and planning to enhance strategic operations for defense initiatives while ensuring effective resource management and compliance across all p...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $140K *

Unlock insights as you bridge business needs with technology, enhancing commercial insurance solutions. Collaborate, analyze, and support projects to drive quality, ensure alignment, and facilitate co...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Support financial strategies and enhance analytics within Banking-as-a-Service initiatives. Collaborate across departments to drive profitability and efficiency through balance sheet management and re...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join our team to provide essential acquisition support for IT assets, ensuring efficiency in procurement processes and adherence to government protocols while managing extensive hardware and software...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $190K *

Optimize Workday Payroll and Time modules by leveraging expertise in configuration, data governance, and analytics to support organizational efficiency, compliance, and strategic goals while mentoring...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Payroll Analyst do?question toggle

    A Payroll Analyst manages an employer's payroll, prepares reports for accounting purposes, calculates and processes payments, and works on new payroll policies.

  • What skills do I need to be a Payroll Analyst?question toggle

    Key skills for a Payroll Analyst include Financial Analysis, Payroll Tax, ADP Payroll, and Payroll Processing.

  • Can I find high paying Payroll Analyst jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Yes, Ladders provides access to jobs paying $100K and up, including roles as a Payroll Analyst.