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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$113K - $188K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative Workday HCM solutions, facilitating transformations with a focus on payroll, absence, and time tracking. Collaborate with teams to enhance client processes and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$102K - $190K *

Inspire sales excellence by leading and developing a high-performing team. Drive strategy and innovative solutions to enhance client partnerships, ensuring growth in a dynamic market with measurable r...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$77K - $132K *

Join a team that's responsible for global payroll operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance across multiple regions. You'll manage processes, direct reporting, and support audits while enhancing pa...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $100K *

Partner with us to master financial analysis and modeling in cloud tech, driving strategic insights and planning for high-growth initiatives in GPU-as-a-Service offerings, ensuring data accuracy and e...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K *

Lead the charge in financial planning and analysis, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive insights and operational performance in a fast-paced SaaS environment while enhancing scalable fi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Lead and manage the accounting activities for captive insurance portfolios, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance while providing strategic support to clients and engaging with stakehol...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$70K - $95K *

Reimagine HR systems and analytics by driving efficiency and insights across multiple businesses. Partner closely with HR leaders to support strategic initiatives while ensuring optimal execution of H...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$127K - $160K *

Unlock potential by driving financial strategy and analysis for retailer partnerships. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance deal performance, build robust models, and present insights that influe...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$126K - $133K *

Partner with us to drive financial clarity and results by owning comprehensive analyses for complex commercial deals. You'll collaborate across functions to enhance retailer partnerships and support s...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$101K - $136K *

Join a dynamic team to shape innovative Workday solutions that enhance employee experiences and operational efficiency while collaborating across functions to modernize people technology and optimize...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Unlock your potential in a dynamic role, configuring and optimizing SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll solutions for diverse clients while ensuring compliance and efficiency in payroll proces...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $110K *

Drive efficient contract management that ensures compliance and enhances innovative solutions in clinical research. Collaborate effectively, analyze terms critically, and guide teams to optimize proce...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $110K *

Support revenue growth by optimizing operations for SDR teams, providing analytics and insights, and ensuring effective processes. Collaborate with sales and marketing to enhance efficiency and drive...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$131K - $196K *

Advance your career by driving revenue growth through strategic sales engagements, building long-term client relationships, and collaborating with internal teams to deliver impactful solutions that ex...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Engage in data analysis and visualization to drive strategic insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, optimizing dashboards, reporting, and leveraging AI capabilities to enhance data solutio...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Champion advanced financial planning and analysis, driving insights and improving decision-making through strong cross-functional collaboration in a dynamic, fast-paced environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$93K - $128K *

Join a team that shapes the future of digital products by analyzing performance data and customer journeys. Collaborate with Product Managers to prioritize roadmaps, optimize solutions, and deliver be...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $110K *

Join a team that's driving innovation and excellence in controllership. As a Lead Analyst, you'll oversee day-to-day operations, support continuous improvement, and develop your team while collaborati...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $125K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of payroll implementation. Drive innovative solutions, ensure client success, and collaborate across departments to enhance user experience and maintain data inte...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $135K *

Join a team that's driving financial excellence by providing strategic analysis and insights across technology and product functions, leading budgeting and forecasting efforts, and enhancing reporting...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $100K *

Lead billing operations and a dedicated team while ensuring timely, accurate invoicing, and enhancing processes in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address discrepa...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $95K *

Engage with our Financial Planning and Analysis team to drive corporate budgeting, forecasting, and insightful financial reporting, ultimately supporting strategic decision-making across various depar...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $110K *

Provide critical support by consolidating project data and metrics across workstreams. Engage in reporting and governance, fostering process improvement while ensuring compliance with PMO standards fo...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $200K *

Shape the future of compensation and benefits strategies across the Americas, partnering with HR and business leaders to design and execute scalable programs that align with global standards and local...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$114K - $170K *

Lead the charge in managing a strategic portfolio of product initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive successful project delivery while aligning with company goals and stakeholder...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.