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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$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional tax solutions. As a Tax Supervisor, you'll lead engagements, mentor staff, and apply your expertise to navigate complex tax issues while ensuring...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive customer success by aligning technical capabilities with needs, enhancing packaging innovation, and executing strategic initiatives through collaboration and data-driven insights to achieve meas...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $140K *

Transform data into actionable insights by collaborating with leadership to analyze, visualize, and communicate findings. Leverage expertise in business intelligence tools to enhance decision-making f...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of talent acquisition by driving full life cycle recruitment for financial advisors. Collaborate with leadership and engage candidates to build a diverse talent pipeline while trackin...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $124K *

Lead and mentor a dynamic team of data analysts and engineers, driving the design and implementation of data solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance business performance through data-drive...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $195K *

Transform sales operations by analyzing performance, managing resource planning, and developing scalable processes. Collaborate with sales leaders to enhance visibility and drive effective decision-ma...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Partner with us to deliver strategic financial insights that drive business success through effective forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis, enabling informed decision-making and enhancing...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$116K - $144K *

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Richmond, VARemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform the accounting function by overseeing monthly closes, ensuring compliance, and managing tax processes. Collaborate with finance leadership to drive accurate reporting and support strategic p...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of finance by optimizing data pipelines, enhancing reporting systems, and collaborating with stakeholders. Drive insights and analytics to improve financial proce...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $185K *

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California, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $145K *

Empower business growth by leveraging advanced analytics to drive data-driven decision-making across Commercial, Operations, and Finance, transforming complex data into actionable insights for measura...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

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3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $125K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $215K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$106K - $160K *

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$103K - $136K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead investment accounting and reporting efforts, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Collaborate across departments to enhance financial processes and drive improvements in a...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$113K - $188K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$77K - $114K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Champion the future of patient treatment as a Principal Statistical Programmer, providing leadership in SAS programming, project management, and regulatory compliance within a global pharmaceutical en...

Cambridge, MARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$116K - $159K *

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $140K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.