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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$75K - $90K *

Champion effective program delivery by coordinating analytics teams, optimizing AI and data initiatives, and ensuring high-quality product development through data-driven insights and continuous impro...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Empower financial excellence by leading our accounting function, ensuring compliance, and driving insights that enhance strategic decisions. Collaborate with leadership to deliver accurate financial r...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team as a Field Claims Specialist. Investigate and adjust complex workers' compensation claims while strategically driving resolution efforts to ensure optimal outcomes across Southern...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $180K *

Unlock potential by acting as a trusted advisor to C-level executives, architecting innovative solutions, and driving business transformation for enterprise clients in the fintech space, with a focus...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Empower client success by managing complex captive insurance portfolios, ensuring high-quality service, mentoring staff accountants, and fostering compliance with regulatory standards. Play a key role...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$67K - $114K *

Unlock potential by providing expert analytical support to Head Start initiatives, guiding program operations and enhancing stakeholder engagement. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver actionable...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $118K *

Unlock potential by leading clinical informatics solutions that drive insights from healthcare data, ensuring actionable strategies for drug development and patient care while collaborating with cross...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$127K - $224K *

Transform our Partnerships vertical by leveraging data analytics to drive strategic growth. Collaborate with leaders to optimize product experiences and operational risk, guiding the analytical narrat...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Engage with clients to deliver tailored Alfa System solutions by gathering requirements, mentoring junior consultants, and managing project streams using Atlassian tools, ensuring implementation succe...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $230K *

Grow your expertise by leading global analyst relations, building crucial partnerships, and enhancing our narrative in a dynamic tech landscape while inspiring and managing a passionate team for impac...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing business processes through effective requirements management, stakeholder engagement, and expert analysis. You will lead initiatives, streamline workflows, an...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Oversee and manage real estate appraisal evaluations compliant with regulatory standards, ensuring thorough reviews and independent selection of qualified appraisers to maintain integrity in the appra...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $150K *

Optimize service delivery across managed cloud customers by leading incident management, coordinating operations, and ensuring SLA compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance performance and...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$129K - $192K *

The Workday Financials Security Senior Principal Consultant is a dynamic professional responsible for leading HCM workstreams and ensuring operational efficiency within the Workday practice. This role...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving excellence in contract management for clinical trials. You will oversee negotiations, ensure compliance, and collaborate cross-functionally to enhance the effectiveness and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to drive successful customer engagements, ensuring value realization throughout the customer lifecycle while managing operations and enhancing delivery processes in a fast-paced en...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing Contact Center staffing strategies, ensuring efficient scheduling and compliance while delivering actionable insights through advanced analysis and metrics for effective...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$112K - $196K *

Transform our PMIS operations by leading implementation and support initiatives. Engage with stakeholders, streamline processes, and enhance system performance to ensure successful project delivery an...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's instrumental in delivering financial projects. This role empowers consultants to solve complex client problems, mentor peers, and enhance internal processes, all while leading impac...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $230K *

Shape the future of HR consulting by leading client projects, managing relationships, and enhancing brand reputation. Collaborate on strategic engagements and support business development while drivin...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$215K - $230K *

Transform healthcare by creating AI solutions that enhance patient outcomes and empower physicians with innovative technology. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive optimization and tackle...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that leads complex transition projects, coordinating cross-functional teams to achieve high-quality outcomes on time while driving continuous improvement through effective governance and r...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$128K - $180K *

Innovate by designing and building scalable internal web applications that enhance operational efficiency across teams. Collaborate with revenue leaders to translate business needs into effective engi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$136K - $160K *

Reimagine the future of project workflows by partnering with architecture and engineering firms to drive AI-powered business transformations, enhancing decision-making and operational efficiency throu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $200K *

Take ownership of the recruitment lifecycle for technology roles, engaging clients and mentoring teams to streamline processes and achieve placement success while optimizing candidate experiences thro...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.