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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$88K - $105K *

Shape the future of web development by enhancing and maintaining applications. Collaborate with teams to deliver robust solutions, troubleshoot issues, and utilize cybersecurity best practices in a dy...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $185K *

Optimize global payroll delivery by managing execution schedules, vendor governance, and operational infrastructure. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive automation initiatives and ensure seamless...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead payroll operations across the US and Canada, ensuring timely and accurate payments while maintaining compliance with regulations. Collaborate with teams to streamline processes and saf...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead payroll operations across the US and Canada, ensuring timely and accurate payments while maintaining compliance. Collaborate with teams to streamline processes and safeguard financial...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$108K - $130K *

Elevate payroll operations by ensuring accurate, timely payments across US and Canada. Collaborate with teams to maintain compliance, streamline processes, and manage vendor relationships, safeguardin...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring accurate payroll for US and Canada. Lead payroll operations, maintain compliance, and streamline processes while collaborating with HR and finance to support o...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a Payroll leader, overseeing US and Canada payrolls. Ensure timely payments, compliance with regulations, and efficient processes while collaborating with various departments to...

Vaughan, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in financial leadership by managing accounting, taxes, and budgeting while collaborating with executive management to uncover savings and optimize profitability through insightful fina...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $90K *

Contribute to financial planning and analysis while supporting reporting activities. Engage with various teams to enhance processes and tools, gaining exposure to corporate finance in a dynamic asset...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$93K - $160K *

Drive operational excellence by enhancing applications in procure-to-pay, order-to-cash, and report-to-report processes. Collaborate globally to deliver high-quality solutions and support for Oracle E...

1 week ago

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

$132K - $165K *

Transform payroll operations by providing analytical support for systems like Workday and Infor. Collaborate with users and IT to enhance functionality, streamline processes, and ensure compliance wit...

5 days ago

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

$115K - $125K *

Analyze and administer competitive compensation programs, ensuring alignment with business goals. Provide data-driven insights and consultative support to HR and business leaders while fostering an in...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $125K *

Champion competitive compensation programs by analyzing data and providing insights that align pay practices with business goals, ensuring engagement and retention in a collaborative environment. Your...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team as you analyze and enhance compensation strategies, ensuring market competitiveness and internal equity. Collaborate with HR and business leaders to drive effective compensation in...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $105K *

Shape the future of talent acquisition by enhancing systems and processes that drive global hiring efficiency. Collaborate with teams to implement technology solutions and optimize workflows, ensuring...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $126K *

Join a dynamic finance team to enhance decision-making through reporting, analytics, and collaboration. Ensure accuracy in financial reporting and support business partners in driving process improvem...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $149K *

Manage payroll processing for multiple subsidiaries, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations. Optimize operations through audits and training while supporting a collaborative team environmen...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$113K - $143K *

Unlock potential by leading global payroll transformation projects, ensuring compliance and accuracy across multiple countries while collaborating with diverse stakeholders and managing system integra...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$113K - $143K *

Drive global payroll transformation projects, ensuring compliance and accuracy while coordinating with stakeholders across multiple countries. Lead implementations, manage risks, and support operation...

Milwaukee, WIRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$77K - $87K *

Manage payroll and benefits administration, ensuring accuracy and compliance in a dynamic setting. Provide exceptional support to employees while maintaining meticulous records and facilitating covera...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$142K - $181K *

Elevate the Wastewater Treatment Division's financial operations by leading budget management, payroll oversight, and team mentorship. Drive strategic planning and ensure financial resiliency while co...

5 days ago

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

$80K - $90K *

Transform payroll operations by leading a dynamic team, ensuring compliance and accuracy across multi-state payroll processes while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence in a fast...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate payroll operations by leading a dynamic team to ensure global compliance, accuracy, and efficiency. Drive transformation projects and enhance processes while managing relationships with stakeh...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Transform financial performance as a strategic partner, driving data-driven decisions and cost optimization across operations and supply chain. Collaborate cross-functionally to implement cost-saving...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$94K - $115K *

Shape the future of financial analysis by driving expense allocation and enhancing operational efficiency. Collaborate with teams to ensure accuracy and compliance while leveraging advanced tools for...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.