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.

Role Details

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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$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

$56K - $120K *

Optimize project outcomes by managing budgets, schedules, and contract compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver precise financial analysis and reporting, ensuring successful exec...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Drive financial performance by partnering with healthcare teams to deliver insightful analysis and reporting. Your expertise will enhance decision-making and optimize operational outcomes within Medic...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$66K - $96K *

Optimize employee leave and accommodation programs, ensuring legal compliance and operational excellence. Collaborate with stakeholders to manage cases, guide policies, and enhance employee experience...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining financial strategies. As a Senior FP&A Analyst, you will lead R&D budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis, impacting vital business decisions while collaborating wi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $220K *

Innovate revenue operations by leading AI initiatives that enhance sales productivity, drive operational efficiency, and deliver measurable business results through strategic collaboration and data-dr...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$143K - $201K *

Lead the transformation of global payroll operations across multiple regions, ensuring compliance and excellence in execution. Collaborate across functions to enhance processes and drive strategic ini...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Transform our compliance landscape by conducting audits, identifying risks, and reinforcing governance protocols. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance risk management practices and foster a cultu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by leading the development of vital requirements for Medicare services; collaborate with teams to translate business strategies into actionable insights that drive impactful solu...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Drive financial planning and analysis by supporting budgeting, forecasting, and reporting initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure accurate forecasts, identify risks, and optimize resource...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$79K - $115K *

Collaborate with HR and management to design and analyze compensation programs ensuring competitiveness and compliance. Lead initiatives for salary equity and drive improvements through data-driven in...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$76K - $145K *

Unlock your potential by supporting financial planning and analysis for satellite programs, driving budget management, variance analysis, and strategic forecasting alongside executives and program tea...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$76K - $145K *

Unlock potential in financial analysis by supporting program performance, overseeing budgets, and collaborating with management to deliver actionable insights. Engage in both government and commercial...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$76K - $145K *

Guide financial strategies as a key member of the Program Finance team, adeptly managing budgets, forecasts, and analyses to support multiple aerospace initiatives while collaborating with executives...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $175K *

Empower global payroll efficiency by leading multi-country operations, ensuring compliance in 12 countries, and driving innovations in payroll technology. This role blends hands-on payroll management...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Champion comprehensive compensation strategies, ensuring competitive alignment and compliance. Drive data analysis, market trends evaluation, and create training initiatives while advising stakeholder...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$102K - $120K *

Advance revenue operations by building scalable reporting systems, analyzing KPIs, and providing data-driven insights that enhance decision-making across Sales, Marketing, and Customer Success teams...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $85K *

Unlock potential by becoming a pivotal ServiceNow HR Application Analyst, enhancing HR services through strategic configuration, independent decision-making, and optimizing the Employee Center, all wh...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Explore data-driven insights by transforming raw data into actionable decisions. Collaborate across teams to define business questions, optimize queries, and create impactful reports and dashboards th...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$109K - $173K *

Elevate your career by partnering with us to enhance financial forecasting and reporting processes. Leverage your analytical skills to improve business intelligence systems and drive key performance i...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$126K - $189K *

Provide critical support by managing employee benefits and leave programs, ensuring compliance and enhancing HR services. You'll play a key role in improving workflows, fostering a supportive environm...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$95K - $105K *

Innovate analytical tools and strategies to optimize pharmacy networks and maximize revenue. Collaborate with leadership to develop predictive models and performance metrics, ensuring compliance with...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $168K *

Unlock potential by driving data insight into strategic business decisions for global sales operations, enhancing execution and decision-making in a fast-paced environment while collaborating closely...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Pioneer global payroll operations, ensuring compliance and accuracy across multiple regions. Lead payroll processes and provide exceptional support as you contribute to the team’s expansion and effici...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Champion innovative data analytics by collaborating with stakeholders to design insightful dashboards, interpret complex data, and enhance decision-making processes across the organization while drivi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.