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 *

Innovate and lead the design and development of scalable software solutions, guiding projects from concept to delivery. Mentor engineers and ensure technical excellence while collaborating with cross...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Champion data-driven decision-making by leading analytics strategy, driving enterprise-wide adoption of innovative solutions, and fostering collaboration across teams to enhance operational performanc...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $195K *

Drive enterprise sales success by engaging CIOs and CTOs, leading complex sales cycles, and connecting technology solutions to business outcomes. Leverage your expertise in cloud architecture and AI t...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$118K - $144K *

Unlock your potential by driving marketing performance through data analysis, reporting, and strategic insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance decision-making and optimize growth...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Advance your career by leading a global team in revenue recognition and technical accounting. Drive policy development, ensure compliance, and partner with cross-functional teams to optimize financial...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of our Total Rewards & People Services by leading global teams and driving strategic initiatives that enhance compensation, benefits, payroll, and HR technology, ensuring operational...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by preparing and analyzing complex Medicaid cost reports, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading a team of accountants in a remote setting. Drive process improvements an...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$132K - $160K *

Lead our accounting function to ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance, and operational excellence. Drive process improvements and team development in a dynamic SaaS environment that supports...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $129K *

Drive impactful market analysis and reporting as a Senior Analyst, leveraging data to guide strategic investments and growth opportunities. Collaborate with teams to enhance decision-making and optimi...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $150K *

Champion financial transparency and strategic planning by leading FP&A efforts, partnering with executives to enhance performance, drive insights, and support organizational goals through comprehensiv...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K *

Transform your career by driving net-new logo sales in the mid-market space. Leverage your HRMS/Payroll expertise to exceed quotas and build lasting client relationships while benefiting from exceptio...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Help us shape innovative solutions by applying your software expertise and problem-solving skills. Your role is crucial in developing high-quality applications in a collaborative, agile environment, a...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to drive operational excellence across Business Units, ensuring accurate forecasting, insightful reporting, and effective execution. Collaborate closely with GMs to enhance perform...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $195K *

Engage with clients as the Integration Lead for a Workday ERP implementation, managing the integration workstream and ensuring high-quality deliverables. Collaborate across teams to drive successful p...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Elevate accounting operations by leading a dynamic team, enhancing financial processes, and developing scalable systems to support organizational growth and accuracy in reporting and compliance...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $115K *

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Columbia, SCRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$105K - $127K *

Drive strategic growth in the healthcare provider sector by leveraging cross-functional teams to close complex deals, enhance client relationships, and optimize experience management solutions for imp...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform the finance function by leading strategic initiatives, optimizing staffing, and enhancing profitability. Oversee accounting, reporting, and treasury operations while driving disciplined cost...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$67K - $100K *

Drive inventory excellence by optimizing strategies and fostering collaboration across teams to ensure seamless product availability and support for customer needs in a dynamic field environment...

Charlotte, NCRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Analyze financial strategies and lead the FP&A function to drive organizational growth. Collaborate with executives to translate business goals into actionable financial plans, ensuring robust forecas...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $110K *

Analyze complex California workers' compensation claims, ensuring accurate adjudication and settlement. Collaborate with clients and experts while delivering innovative solutions in a dynamic, profess...

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1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$57K - $105K *

Advance corporate risk management by supporting claims administration, policy documentation, and data tracking. Ideal for candidates with insurance experience seeking to enhance their career in a dyna...

Bismarck, NDRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $120K *

Analyze data trends and support program oversight as a key team lead. Collaborate across multiple teams to enhance reporting and data quality, ensuring effective problem management and continuous impr...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K *

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2 days ago

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

$116K - $162K *

Drive your career with a high-visibility Finance Manager role, supporting budgeting, forecasting, and strategic initiatives in the insurance sector. Collaborate with leadership and enhance capital eff...

Oceanside, CARemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.