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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$84K - $176K *

Drive innovation by leading complex software development projects, enhancing system functionalities, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure robust application solutions that meet busi...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$84K - $176K *

Design and implement innovative software solutions while leading projects from concept through development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance systems requirements and optimize perform...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K *

Lead the district's payroll operations, ensuring compliance and accuracy while supervising the payroll team for optimal performance and efficiency in financial reporting and internal controls...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $140K *

Champion the end-to-end sales compensation process by managing accurate commission calculations and administration, ensuring timely payments, and driving operational efficiency while collaborating acr...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $98K *

Lead the charge in optimizing payroll operations, ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely processing across multiple entities, while mentoring the payroll team for operational excellence and driving...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Oversee critical aviation data systems by managing program data, ensuring accuracy, and supporting engineering changes. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance database functionality, facilitating i...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $190K *

Elevate global payroll operations and compliance for a scaling organization. Drive accuracy in payroll processing, tax regulations, and equity administration while designing scalable systems and devel...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $115K *

Join our team to conduct impactful research on global human trafficking trends. This role supports the Department of State by analyzing data, managing report production, and coordinating events to com...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as a Financial Analyst, facilitating federal financial management operations, enhancing fiscal reporting, and delivering impactful insights. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate your career in finance by taking ownership of payroll and accounts payable processes. Ensure timely and accurate employee payments while building robust financial infrastructure for growth...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $125K *

Unlock potential by independently managing and enhancing compensation strategies across the organization. This hands-on role requires analytical expertise to assess and optimize compensation programs...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $100K *

Manage and advance the Marine Corps Lessons Learned Program by providing vital support, analyses, and direct collaboration with commands. Drive improvements and ensure adherence to established process...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$85K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance the Marine Corps Lessons Learned Program by analyzing and implementing essential processes, supporting collection efforts, and delivering key insights to military leader...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$104K - $128K *

Contribute to insightful financial analysis and reporting, collaborating with leadership to enhance decision-making processes. This role demands analytical skills and proactive engagement across Finan...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $150K *

Take ownership of optimizing top-of-funnel processes as a key partner across teams, driving automation and data quality, and ensuring lead management efficiency for sustainable revenue growth...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$77K - $127K *

Empower your career with this dynamic role in Revenue Operations, where you'll drive automation and optimize processes that enhance lead management. Collaborate across teams to ensure a seamless sales...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $109K *

Lead the charge in optimizing liquidity management and reporting for the bank. Collaborate with Finance teams to drive effective investment strategies and support regulatory compliance. Foster detaile...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform payroll operations across North America, ensuring compliance and delivery excellence while driving process improvements and global payroll standardization processes. Lead a regional team, fo...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $105K *

Join our team to manage and analyze Total Rewards programs, providing operational support for compensation, benefits, and compliance. Collaborate with HR teams to enhance program delivery and maintain...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of comprehensive resource management for DoD program budgeting. Support program leadership through accurate financial analysis, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and audit re...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Unlock your potential with this critical FP&A role, supporting strategic decisions through thorough financial analysis and collaborative partnerships. Enhance forecasting accuracy and drive business p...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Help us bridge IT and business goals by analyzing data and enhancing efficiency. Join our team to deliver strategic solutions that impact project outcomes and engage with stakeholders at all levels, d...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $140K *

Deliver impactful project management support to state government clients, leading IV&V efforts and collaborating with teams to analyze requirements, assess deliverables, and communicate findings to en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$102K - $152K *

Elevate your career by providing expert consulting on complex tariff issues and regulatory matters, collaborating with internal teams and external agencies to ensure compliance and enhance customer re...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $125K *

Analyze and optimize data management processes to enhance data-driven decision-making. Collaborate with stakeholders to produce insightful reports and visualizations. Ensure compliance with data gover...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.