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.
$80K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team to transform client loyalty data into actionable insights, driving strategic initiatives and enhancing customer engagement through innovative data visualization and collaboration w...
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Sage Intacct Customer Support Senior Associate
$78K - $126K *
Grow your career with a leading professional services firm, providing expert support in Sage Intacct. Engage with clients, troubleshoot issues, and enhance your technical skills in a collaborative, re...
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Program Manager III (Radiology)
$110K - $135K *
Elevate your career by leading large-scale Healthcare IT programs, partnering with C-suite stakeholders to ensure delivery excellence and strategic oversight. Drive financial performance and mentor te...
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$101K - $140K *
Drive client growth and retention by building trust with C-Level executives. Manage complex sales processes in a dynamic environment, ensuring clients maximize value from services while identifying ne...
4 days ago
Workday Financials Senior Principal Consultant - Global Application Managed Services (AMS)
$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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$110K *
Shape the future of enterprise data engineering by developing scalable data pipelines and integrating AI capabilities. Drive modernization efforts and enhance operational efficiency through automation...
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Back-End Software Engineer (Contractor)
$120K - $140K *
Drive innovative software solutions as a Senior Back-End Software Engineer, collaborating across domains to enhance systems and API architecture. Engage with diverse teams to deliver quality software...
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Project Manager for Service Delivery - Atlanta, GA
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering successful projects on time and on budget. As a key player, you'll drive project planning, coordinate with stakeholders, and ensure effective communication t...
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$75K - $90K *
Empower client success by managing relationships, driving sales, and enhancing customer experiences. Collaborate with internal teams to address client needs and exceed expectations in a dynamic, compe...
5 days ago
Senior Sanctions Screening Analyst (Fircosoft SME Model & Risk Focus)
$110K - $130K *
Engage as a Sanctions Screening SME, driving system design, analysis, and validation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance screening processes and ensure compliance, while leveraging dee...
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$75K - $90K *
Join a team that's focused on ensuring a compliant contracting experience for public-sector clients. Lead the contract lifecycle, from negotiation to compliance monitoring, while collaborating across...
3 weeks ago
$162K - $186K *
Build and enhance backend services for a global insurance platform, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions and improve user experience through data-driven insights and...
4 days ago
Senior SAP Application Consultant, Manufacturing, Public Cloud
$126K - $191K *
Unlock your potential as a Senior SAP Consultant, guiding clients through transformative SAP S/4HANA implementations. Leverage your expertise to optimize business processes, lead workshops, and ensure...
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$145K - $178K *
Transform customer relationships as you drive strategic growth in hyperscale and silicon design sectors. Own account strategy, lead complex negotiations, and collaborate with global teams to deliver i...
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$130K - $160K *
Drive AI-native sales by building C-suite relationships and closing enterprise deals. Collaborate with account owners to identify opportunities and educate prospects on financial orchestration's value...
2 days ago
Senior Manager, Benefits and Compensation - Remote
$140K - $155K *
Develop and lead comprehensive benefits and compensation programs, ensuring alignment with business goals and enhancing employee experience through strategic management and continuous improvement init...
1 week ago
PARD Sr Auditor - Novitas Solutions
$80K - $95K *
Analyze and oversee Medicare cost report audits, ensuring compliance with CMS regulations. Mentor junior auditors while managing complex reimbursement projects and maintaining provider relations to en...
2 days ago
$67K - $95K *
Champion business growth by driving sales through strategic prospecting and consultative selling. Build and manage a diverse client portfolio, leveraging technology and relationships to exceed quotas...
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$80K - $92K *
Join us as a Sales Consultant, driving business growth through strategic prospecting and consultative selling. Manage a diverse portfolio, engage C-level executives, and leverage sales tools to exceed...
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$94K - $179K *
Lead quality initiatives by optimizing test strategies and automation processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality software delivery while mentoring engineers and driving...
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$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by owning customer value plans and ensuring adoption, ROI, and product usage for B2B SaaS accounts. Build trusted relationships with stakeholders, drive enablement sessions, and colla...
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Senior Ethics & Compliance Strategic Program Manager
$120K - $145K *
Unlock your potential as a Senior Ethics & Compliance Programs Manager, leading innovative compliance processes and driving cross-functional collaboration to enhance organizational risk management and...
2 days ago
$74K - $125K *
Unlock the potential of data-driven solutions by enhancing CRM workflows and integrations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes, ensuring secure and efficient operations tha...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Join a dynamic team to oversee portfolio health, ensuring quality and operational alignment across studies. Drive performance visibility, manage risks, and facilitate client governance while fostering...
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$67K - $95K *
Join a dynamic sales team to drive business growth by engaging HR service prospects, utilizing a consultative approach, and managing a diverse sales pipeline while leveraging modern tools and building...
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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.