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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$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...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$165K - $220K *

Optimize global payroll operations by leading strategy, governance, and modernization efforts. Drive compliance and efficiency across 25+ countries while fostering cross-functional partnerships and en...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in aligning HR strategies with business goals, serving as a trusted advisor, enhancing employee experiences, and providing impactful HR support throughout the employee lifecycle in a f...

Chicago, ILRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$106K - $124K *

Drive innovative software solutions for large-scale research projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop data systems that enhance health and activity data collection from wearable...

Los Angeles, CARemote

5 days ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Drive growth by managing strategic enterprise accounts, navigating complex sales cycles, and building consensus among security-focused buying committees to secure multi-year contracts in a competitive...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$67K - $114K *

Analyze business processes and enhance efficiency by collaborating with stakeholders. Utilize data insights to drive improvements and support project management in a dynamic, cross-functional environm...

Reston, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$101K - $140K *

Drive value delivery in a rich B2B sales environment, cultivating relationships with C-Level executives and ensuring client satisfaction. Manage complex sales processes and exceed targets within large...

Missouri, USRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $175K *

Elevate your career by designing and implementing competitive compensation programs. Collaborate with management and stakeholders to ensure equitable pay structures while analyzing market trends and s...

New York, NYRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $160K *

Drive SAP Analytics strategy and implementation, leading teams in deploying solutions across SAP Analytics Cloud, BW, and S/4HANA. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver insights and manage analytic...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Develop and execute comprehensive tax strategies to optimize cash flow, ensure compliance, and support acquisition-driven growth. Lead a high-performing tax organization while advising executive leade...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the SAP Analytics strategy and implementation, driving innovation in analytics solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver insights and manage teams, ensuring successful deployment of SAP...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$73K - $130K *

Deliver accurate financial reporting and account management by executing journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close activities while collaborating with a dynamic accounting team to ensure c...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$83K - $113K *

Analyze third-party security documentation to assess risks and ensure compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain security standards and streamline vendor reviews, ensuring custome...

Vancouver, BCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $100K *

Transform your career with this client-facing role, leveraging your expertise in analytics tools like Google Analytics and Tag Manager to deliver strategic solutions and enhance data-driven decision-m...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$132K - $170K *

Accelerate progress at client relationships by driving growth and retention through strategic consultative sales. Engage with C-level executives to enhance value and implement effective enterprise-wid...

California, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$175K - $190K *

Champion analyst relations by managing strategic engagements and amplifying company narratives. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance market perception and drive executive influence, ensuring alig...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $191K *

Lead the charge in enhancing client business processes through SAP PP implementations. Utilize your industry expertise to guide businesses, optimize operations, and foster collaboration, ensuring solu...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $90K *

Engage in data analysis and communications to support strategic planning and policy review for federal programs. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure timely responses and effective execution of hig...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$56K - $114K *

Drive the design, development, and support of applications and integrations using Java, .NET, and JavaScript. Collaborate on incident management and ensure quality through testing and documentation wh...

Lansing, MIRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$76K - $131K *

Join a team that's redefining healthcare compliance by leading detailed coding audits, mentoring auditors, and driving innovative solutions to enhance compliance and operational excellence in a dynami...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$90K - $140K *

Champion talent acquisition by leading full-cycle recruitment and advising leaders on workforce strategies. Drive engagement and culture while building strong candidate pipelines and enhancing HR prac...

Vancouver, BCRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$133K - $199K *

Champion a high-performing team of data engineers to drive data transformation, influence technical architecture, and ensure reliable data systems while aligning with business objectives and engineeri...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$117K - $176K *

Drive charge capture excellence by collaborating with clinical leaders to standardize processes, enhance revenue management, and implement best practices across complex procedure areas in a dynamic he...

Sacramento, CARemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$127K - $160K *

Shape your career by driving operational excellence as a key administrator for PSA systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance project delivery, financial accuracy, and data integrity, ensuring effec...

Portsmouth, NHRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$102K - $142K *

Transform Salesforce systems by enhancing integrations and configurations. Collaborate with a dynamic team to support professional services and streamline project management, ensuring seamless operati...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.