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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
$102K - $154K *
Advance customer success by managing complex escalations, driving cross-functional improvements, and enhancing workflows. Lead high-severity issue resolution while fostering a structured, customer-cen...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Shape our Sales Operations by optimizing pipelines, enhancing CRM accuracy, and leveraging AI tools. Collaborate with diverse teams to support revenue growth and streamline processes, ensuring actiona...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Business Analyst, New Construction Sales Analytics
$89K - $150K *
Optimize sales operations by managing forecasting and data analytics to enhance revenue delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data accuracy and support sales processes, enabling...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Empower our analyst relations program by managing evaluations, timelines, and coordination. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure accurate, timely engagement and support market insights for strategi...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$90K - $120K *
Champion client success by building strategic relationships and delivering tailored HR solutions. Collaborate with internal teams to enhance service delivery and drive client satisfaction through proa...
1 week ago
$90K - $120K *
Champion client success by building strategic relationships and delivering tailored HR solutions. Collaborate with internal teams to enhance service delivery and drive client satisfaction, ensuring al...
1 week ago
Senior ITCR / Requirements Analyst
$79K - $122K *
Shape the future of IT capabilities by leading requirements analysis and advisory support for a Department of War agency. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver data-driven insights and enhance ente...
3 days ago
Senior ITCR / Requirements Analyst
$79K - $122K *
Join a team that's driving innovation as you lead critical IT capability analysis, mentorship, and strategic decision-making. Utilize your expertise to enhance enterprise IT initiatives and deliver im...
3 weeks ago
Data Analyst (Databricks) REMOTE
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to transforming healthcare data into actionable insights. This role involves analyzing complex datasets, collaborating with stakeholders, and delivering data-driven recomm...
2 weeks ago
Business Analyst (Information Technology Analyst 2)
$72K - $122K *
Accelerate progress at a dynamic team focused on business analysis, user requirements, and IT project implementation. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to enhance court technology and provide ongo...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by leading the design and optimization of enterprise workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and drive data-driven decisions within a dyna...
2 weeks ago
Manager Financial Planning & Analysis
$110K - $130K *
Champion financial strategy by leading a team of analysts to drive performance, support key decisions, and enhance operational efficiency through insightful reporting and collaboration with senior exe...
3 days ago
$90K - $110K *
Lead the charge in driving revenue through strategic partnerships in the cybersecurity sector. This role demands adaptability and expertise in managing client relationships and navigating complex sale...
2 weeks ago
Senior Accountant - General Ledger
$90K - $110K *
Elevate financial accuracy by owning month-end close processes, supporting audits, and enhancing operational efficiency. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance with US GAAP while driving contin...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical data programming in oncology. Leverage your expertise to develop SAS programs, ensure data integrity, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's delivering innovative tax planning and compliance solutions for high-net-worth clients. Lead a dedicated team to manage complex engagements, ensuring exceptional service while ident...
Reposted 4 days ago
$68K - $96K *
Transform patient care by verifying eligibility, coordinating benefits, and ensuring insurance coverage. Play a key role in obtaining prior authorizations and addressing patient inquiries efficiently...
1 week ago
Senior GTM Intelligence Analyst
$110K - $130K *
Drive strategic insights by analyzing cross-functional data to enhance decision-making. Collaborate with teams to build a trusted business intelligence framework, delivering actionable recommendations...
3 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Transform the workplace by aligning HR strategies with business goals. Collaborate with leaders to enhance employee engagement, manage complex relations, and drive compliance while supporting multiple...
1 week ago
Analytics Platform Engineer - Senior Associate
$120K - $165K *
Shape the future of data analytics by designing and building scalable cloud solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance platform reliability and usability while automating processes and improving dev...
1 week ago
IT Security Analyst - Journey (Lacey)
$85K - $115K *
Unlock your potential as a key player in cybersecurity operations, focusing on vulnerability management and incident response. Collaborate with IT teams to enhance security posture and ensure complian...
1 week ago
Manager, Benefits Service Delivery
$100K - $120K *
Drive operational excellence by leading a team focused on data analysis and reporting. Oversee the development of reporting tools, ensure data integrity, and identify process optimization opportunitie...
4 days ago
Data Integration Administrator, TPA
$74K - $115K *
Join a dynamic team to develop and support SQL-based ETL processes, ensuring data quality and integration performance across business applications. Collaborate with technical teams to enhance data exc...
2 weeks ago
Associate Treasury Reporting & Analytics
$80K - $95K *
Reimagine financial operations by leveraging your analytical skills to enhance treasury processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful insights and drive compliance, while man...
4 days ago
FP&A Decision Support Business Partner
$95K - $115K *
Analyze financial performance and support decision-making for business leaders. Drive budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes while identifying opportunities for improved outcomes ac...
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What does a Payroll Analyst do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.