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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$99K - $137K *

Drive your career forward by optimizing Workday configurations and ensuring system integrity. Collaborate with HR experts and engineers to enhance processes, lead testing, and mentor team members in a...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$98K - $151K *

Drive impactful financial strategies by leading renewal forecasting and retention analysis for SaaS products, providing actionable insights and fostering collaboration across teams to enhance overall...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to impactful initiatives in national security by overseeing the development and management of complex programs and projects. Collaborate closely with DHS stakeholders to enhance operational...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $107K *

Elevate data-driven decision-making by leading complex analytics and reporting initiatives in healthcare. Use advanced tools to drive insights, support strategic goals, and enhance operational efficie...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of compensation management as a senior analyst overseeing Workday Compensation operations, ensuring precise configuration and execution of annual cycles while providing expert analysi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by driving financial planning and analysis for strategic initiatives. Partner with leaders to align financial strategies, enhance models, and deliver insights that enable busines...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$84K - $108K *

Partner with us to oversee and enhance compensation programs, ensuring effective execution and continuous improvement of processes within Workday, while collaborating closely with HR and business lead...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$128K - $157K *

Unlock potential by transforming complex data into meaningful insights, driving enterprise decision-making through intuitive dashboard design, visualization best practices, and cross-functional collab...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Empower a dynamic team to lead analytical and programmatic support for key digital health initiatives within federal health agencies. Drive project success through data analysis, stakeholder engagemen...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join our dynamic finance team and play a pivotal role in reshaping our FP&A function. Drive data-backed decisions, create impactful reports, and collaborate with leadership to shape our financial stra...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$79K - $139K *

Lead the charge in optimizing payroll systems to enhance functionality and user experience. Collaborate with HR, Finance, and IT to ensure accurate payroll processing while providing exceptional custo...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $130K *

Shape the future of chargeback processes by leveraging your analytical expertise and collaboration skills. Join a dynamic team focused on optimizing financial operations within the pharmaceutical indu...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $115K *

Partner with us to enhance our Workday ecosystem by supporting, optimizing, and maintaining HRIS functions. Collaborate effectively across teams to ensure data integrity and deliver efficient system s...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$81K - $102K *

Unlock potential by leveraging data insights to enhance financial performance. Collaborate with senior leadership, manage independent projects, and drive improvements in reporting and forecasting for...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$195K - $255K *

Join our team to lead impactful data product initiatives, leveraging your analytics engineering expertise. Transform complex challenges into scalable solutions for revenue operations and drive AI inte...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$173K - $233K *

Make your mark at the forefront of analytics engineering, creating impactful data products for revenue teams. Lead key initiatives, drive AI integration, and elevate data quality while providing exper...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$157K - $217K *

Pioneer data analytics at a leading financial technology firm. Own credit performance monitoring, identify trends, and drive deep analysis to support top-tier decision-making with your insights and re...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Help us shape efficient Workday Payroll solutions, cultivating client relationships and leading implementation projects while mentoring junior team members to build solutions that drive value and meet...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Analyze and prepare comprehensive business and security valuation reports for tax compliance and financial reporting, ensuring effective communication with executives while applying advanced valuation...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $210K *

Manage global payroll operations across 18 countries, ensuring accurate, compliant processing while enhancing employee experience. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive payroll strategy, automation...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Develop analytical frameworks and reports to enhance operational insights, driving performance improvements within a federal and DoD-focused environment. Collaborate widely across teams for data valid...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

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

$77K - $124K *

Unlock actionable insights by leveraging advanced Workday reporting and SQL skills. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to transform complex HR data into meaningful analytics solutions, driving info...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Empower your career by analyzing and administering complex sales compensation plans across a dynamic organization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate commission processing and...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $109K *

Support critical financial processes by analyzing reports, preparing forecasts, and improving financial models. Collaborate with teams to drive impactful insights and enhance finance workflows as the...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $92K *

Empower operational excellence by liaising between teams to analyze and resolve complex technical issues, enhancing data platform performance and driving process improvements for business stakeholders...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information 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.