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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$130K - $140K *

Support a dynamic team in developing and optimizing data pipelines, ensuring seamless data processing and delivery to empower federal projects. Drive automation and promote agile methodologies for inn...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $124K *

Join us to provide high-level technical support for applications and interfaces, enhancing IT tools across the health system. Engage in project management, systems design, and vendor coordination to d...

Morrisville, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $119K *

Unlock your potential in a senior role driving sales enablement strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance seller readiness and productivity, focusing on governance and adoption to...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $119K *

Join a team that's transforming sales enablement through innovative learning solutions. As a senior analyst, you'll design impactful training and resources, leveraging AI to enhance seller performance...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$71K - $116K *

Lead the charge in ensuring quality and reliability of core technologies through comprehensive testing strategies, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance software performance and user sa...

New York, NYRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative solutions by leading complex transformation programs. Manage multi-million dollar budgets and drive effective program delivery, ensuring governance and seamless transitions across d...

Quebec, CARemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $174K *

Empower your career with hands-on technical leadership, driving innovation and excellence in healthcare systems. Lead a talented team, mentoring engineers while architecting scalable, secure solutions...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform revenue operations by leading a dynamic team, optimizing CRM systems, and integrating AI solutions to enhance sales processes and drive growth in a high-velocity environment...

Wilmington, DERemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Unlock compensation strategies by partnering with teams to analyze, model, and deliver data-driven solutions. Drive benchmarking, job architecture, and annual comp cycles to ensure equitable pay pract...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$73K - $98K *

Reimagine business processes by driving improvements, documenting procedures, and collaborating with teams to implement effective solutions that enhance operational efficiency and support strategic go...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $149K *

Drive innovation by building and maintaining data pipelines and governance policies in a hybrid cloud environment. Collaborate with a small team to ensure reliable data flow and access control, enhanc...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $170K *

Lead client relationships and drive growth through strategic account management, ensuring high satisfaction and retention while achieving significant sales targets in a dynamic, consultative sales env...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Advance client relationships and team performance as a strategic leader, overseeing captive insurance operations, driving excellence, and enhancing service delivery while managing complex engagements...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Elevate workforce management by leading forecasting, capacity planning, and real-time optimization across teams and BPO partners. Drive efficiency and performance using data and technology while devel...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$93K - $140K *

Accelerate progress at defining technical requirements and solutions, collaborating with business experts to enhance operational processes. Lead projects, mentor analysts, and ensure alignment of tech...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $90K *

Join a team that's enhancing healthcare through expert support of EHR systems. Lead optimization initiatives, mentor junior analysts, and collaborate with diverse teams to improve clinical and operati...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to shape the future of software engineering by leading AI-driven projects, mentoring engineers, and influencing product direction while ensuring high-quality outcomes across multip...

Utah, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by serving as a trusted HR partner, delivering expert guidance and enhancing employee lifecycle experiences. Collaborate with leaders to drive performance and process improvements whi...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $150K *

Champion global payroll solutions by managing ICP partnerships, streamlining processes, and driving growth across diverse markets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance service delivery a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$149K - $224K *

Drive analytics excellence by leading a team to deliver impactful insights, enhance reporting capabilities, and support strategic decision-making across diverse business functions. Foster collaboratio...

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2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform talent acquisition by leading strategic initiatives that foster growth. Develop and optimize recruitment processes while creating a culture of inclusion and innovation to attract top talent...

Atlanta, GARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $140K *

Engage with stakeholders to gather and manage user needs, translating them into technical requirements. Lead Agile processes, facilitate workshops, and enhance business operations through strategic pl...

Mclean, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $125K *

Empower healthcare compliance by enhancing programs, mitigating risks, and driving operational integrity. Collaborate with diverse clients to deliver tailored solutions in a dynamic regulatory landsca...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in driving new business growth by managing a full-cycle sales process, from discovery to signature, while leveraging AI tools to enhance outreach and pipeline management...

Austin, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Drive the evolution of our compensation strategy by evaluating and redesigning structures to align with performance and business goals. Collaborate with leadership to create a transparent, equitable p...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

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.