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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
$85K - $115K *
Drive your career as an IT Business Analyst, bridging business needs and technology solutions. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to translate requirements into actionable insights, enhancing proje...
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Manager - Software Development Engineering S 4D
$80K - $100K *
Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team of developers to deliver high-quality software solutions, collaborating with stakeholders, and driving strategic project initiatives while fostering a cultur...
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Quality Assurance Engineer III
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in enhancing software quality and reliability through automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot complex issues while mentoring others to achieve excellence in...
4 weeks ago
Sales Lead - Enterprise - Financial Services
$150K - $180K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of enterprise sales in financial services. Drive strategy and execution across banking, insurance, and fintech, while building a high-performing team to navigate...
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$66K - $145K *
Join a dynamic finance team to lead FP&A activities, drive strategic planning, and enhance reporting efficiency. Collaborate with leadership to identify risks and opportunities while simplifying proce...
2 weeks ago
$78K - $95K *
Join our team as a Data QA Analyst, where you'll ensure data migration quality across client onboarding. You'll standardize processes, validate data integrity, and collaborate with cross-functional te...
3 days ago
$215K - $230K *
Transform compliance into actionable insights by bridging technical teams and auditors. Own your area of responsibility, enhance security measures, and drive automation in a multi-cloud environment wh...
1 week ago
Senior Provider Data Analyst & Resolution Specialist - Remote
$60K - $108K *
Join our team to manage provider networks, ensuring seamless operations and exceptional service. You'll handle credentialing, provider relations, and data analysis, contributing to the integrity of ou...
2 days ago
$85K *
Innovate the future of asset protection by investigating theft and fraud, ensuring compliance, and safeguarding company resources through detailed analysis and collaboration with cross-functional team...
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$180K - $220K *
Lead the global Accounting and Treasury function, driving financial systems, reporting, and IPO readiness while building a scalable team to support international growth and operational complexity...
2 days ago
Senior Account Executive, Existing Business - Financial Services
$143K - $197K *
Drive growth by managing existing client relationships in the Financial Services sector. Leverage your B2B SaaS sales expertise to upsell and expand market presence, contributing significantly to the...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Partner with us to drive revenue growth and strategic account management across a diverse portfolio. You'll own the full sales cycle, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and build lasting relatio...
2 weeks ago
Information Technology Auditor (Insurance)
$95K - $192K *
Join a team that's poised to lead integrated IT audits while managing client relationships and project execution. Contribute to growth initiatives, talent development, and business solutions for Risk...
Reposted 6 days ago
$76K - $100K *
Engage in critical accounting functions, supporting audits and budget reporting while ensuring compliance and efficiency. Collaborate with teams to maintain accurate financial records and contribute t...
5 days ago
$145K - $160K *
Pioneer data-driven insights by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance business strategies. Leverage advanced analytics and visualization skills to drive operational improvements and sup...
1 week ago
Senior Actuarial Analyst (Actuarial Finance / Value-Based Care)
$110K - $140K *
Elevate your career by analyzing and interpreting complex data to inform strategic decisions in Value-Based Care. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance financial performance and drive imp...
4 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead and innovate IT Controls and AI Resiliency projects, ensuring effective management and delivery within scope, budget, and schedule while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet business...
1 week ago
Director 2 ERP Platforms (SAP)
$242K - $363K *
Lead the charge in defining and evolving a global ERP platform strategy, maximizing value through end-to-end transformation of core business processes while ensuring compliance and high performance in...
1 week ago
Senior Cyber Threat Analyst, IT - Security
$110K - $130K *
Champion your career in cybersecurity by enhancing threat detection and response capabilities in a dynamic environment. Collaborate closely with security teams to establish and improve cyber threat in...
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Senior Product Manager - Enterprise Data Products
$137K - $233K *
Elevate enterprise data management by leading product strategy and execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful data products that enhance decision-making and drive business...
3 days ago
Senior Manager, State and Local Government Relations (Western US)
$150K - $268K *
Drive state and local government relations across 25 states, managing legislative efforts and stakeholder engagement to advance business goals. Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to...
6 days ago
Senior Manager, Analytics (Remote)
$170K - $190K *
Take ownership of a data pod to drive analytics excellence, leading a team of analysts in transforming complex data into actionable insights that influence strategic decisions and enhance digital subs...
4 days ago
Principal Data Scientist - Advanced Analytics
$170K - $200K *
Unlock potential by leading advanced analytics and experimentation initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and deploy machine learning solutions, driving data-driven decision-ma...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Empower growth by driving sales of lab supplies and diagnostics. Build strong customer relationships, develop strategic sales plans, and ensure market penetration while achieving sales forecasts in a...
1 week ago
Compliance Specialist III - TPA/DPS
$71K - $94K *
Champion compliance excellence by preparing and reviewing complex filings, mentoring team members, and ensuring adherence to service standards while fostering a collaborative environment for continuou...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
What does a Payroll Analyst do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.