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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$168K - $210K *

Unlock potential by driving cross-functional product strategy for intercompany transactions. Lead AI-native initiatives to enhance global financial operations, ensuring efficient workflows and proacti...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Optimize procurement processes by leading strategic sourcing and enhancing vendor management across diverse categories in a dynamic, high-growth environment...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Advance sales analytics by transforming data into actionable insights, enhancing compensation structures, and optimizing performance metrics for a thriving commercial organization. Join us to drive da...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$72K - $120K *

Develop and implement advanced analytics solutions using machine learning algorithms to drive insights and informed decision-making. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and clients, ensuring data...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$68K - $99K *

Champion process enhancements by analyzing and optimizing daily operations while ensuring efficient implementations aligned with business goals and supported by stakeholder collaboration...

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1 week ago

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

$128K - $188K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $100K *

Lead a dynamic team and engage stakeholders to enhance and maintain Salesforce applications across multiple government agencies, facilitating continuous improvement through collaborative analysis and...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$73K - $117K *

Empower your career as a Senior Accountant, leveraging your financial reporting expertise. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance accounting processes while ensuring compliance with regulatory stan...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Research and analyze complex reimbursement programs, designing system specifications and training documentation to enhance provider reimbursement accuracy across various healthcare sectors. Collaborat...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $130K *

Take ownership of SAP Financials solutions, managing projects and enhancements while collaborating with business and IT teams. Utilize your expertise in financial accounting subprocesses and SAP modul...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $110K *

Join us as a Technical Account Associate, where you'll enhance client relationships, support technical resolutions, and ensure service excellence across a diverse stakeholder network, optimizing clien...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$200K - $220K *

Drive impactful AI initiatives and set technical standards across the organization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor engineers, and ensure high-quality, compliant AI product development...

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Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $142K *

Elevate your career by collaborating with HR departments to optimize Workday solutions across global functions. Lead implementation projects, define best practices, and drive innovation to strengthen...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$105K - $120K *

Shape the future of our accounting function by leading month-end closes, preparing financial statements, and driving compliance in a dynamic public company environment. Influence decision-making throu...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $160K *

Drive organizational success by leading global payroll operations, ensuring compliance across tax jurisdictions, and fostering partnerships with key stakeholders to build scalable, efficient processes...

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6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$73K - $110K *

Optimize the configuration and support of UKG Workforce Management and Workday modules to enhance timekeeping and attendance systems, ensuring efficient integration and compliance while delivering imp...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$72K - $99K *

Elevate the insurance product lifecycle from ideation to launch, ensuring compliance and market competitiveness. Collaborate across teams to drive innovative solutions and meet customer needs in a dyn...

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1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of financial operations by managing accounting workflows and driving growth. Collaborate with outsourced accounting teams, maintain compliance, and enhance internal processes for a th...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$148K - $175K *

Pioneer impactful AI insights in finance, transforming CFO strategies and driving innovation. Collaborate globally, analyze data, and develop thought leadership to navigate complex financial challenge...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Champion financial operations in managed care by overseeing capitation reconciliations, IBNR analysis, and claims payment processes. Collaborate with leadership to enhance financial performance and en...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Optimize accounting operations by managing journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting while collaborating across teams to enhance processes and support business growth in a dynamic envi...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$87K - $95K *

Champion security assessments across FedRAMP and NIST frameworks to ensure project deliverables and client satisfaction. Collaborate with team members and stakeholders while continuously developing in...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$79K - $105K *

Analyze actuarial and data analytics in risk-adjusted business across ACA, Medicare Advantage, and Medicaid. Drive insights for risk management strategies and optimize performance metrics to enhance o...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving strategic equity initiatives through detailed financial analysis, stakeholder communication, and project management. Elevate your career by supporting growth op...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $125K *

Unlock potential by leading the end-to-end revenue cycle in a high-growth environment. You will engage with customers, optimize billing processes, and ensure accurate revenue recognition, contributing...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.