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.
$89K - $106K *
Lead the charge in payroll operations, ensuring accurate and compliant processing across multiple jurisdictions. Collaborate with HR, Finance, and external vendors to resolve complex issues and enhanc...
5 days ago
Payroll & People Ops Coordinator
$150K - $250K *
Empower your career by managing payroll and people operations across multiple entities. Ensure timely payroll processing, benefits administration, and compliance while collaborating with various teams...
2 weeks ago
Data Analyst - Business Insights
$95K *
Elevate business insights by analyzing complex data sets and developing impactful reports. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive strategic initiatives and improve data governance, enhancing our deci...
Reposted 1 week ago
$79K - $105K *
Transform payroll processes by ensuring compliance and accuracy in tax filings, audits, and reconciliations. Collaborate across departments to deliver timely payroll services while supporting month-en...
1 week ago
Senior Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis, Technology Finance
$115K - $145K *
Unlock potential by partnering with Technology leadership to drive financial planning, budgeting, and reporting for technology investments, ensuring strategic alignment and cost optimization in a fast...
1 week ago
Staff Enterprise-Wide Applications Analyst
$139K - $208K *
Shape business performance by analyzing and enhancing enterprise-wide applications. Collaborate with teams to drive improvements, provide training, and ensure accurate data presentation, all while sup...
1 week ago
Analyst I/II (Budget Analyst) - City Manager's Budget Office
$92K - $123K *
Join a dynamic team to analyze and develop budgets for city services, ensuring fiscal responsibility and strategic alignment. Collaborate across departments to resolve complex budgetary issues and sup...
1 week ago
$85K - $128K *
Lead the charge in financial management by overseeing budgets, forecasting manpower, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate across departments to support the financial goals of an organization with appr...
Reposted 1 week ago
$81K - $122K *
Play a key role in driving financial strategy as you lead budgeting activities for manufacturing, ensuring compliance and accuracy in cost estimations, analysis, and resource allocation across the man...
Reposted 1 week ago
$75K - $113K *
Champion the future of business management by providing critical financial analysis and support for programs, ensuring compliance and effective cost management while collaborating with diverse teams t...
4 days ago
$75K - $113K *
Join a team that's dedicated to providing financial analysis and support for program management, ensuring compliance and effective cost management while collaborating with diverse teams to drive progr...
4 days ago
Senior Application Analyst - ERP
$110K - $130K *
Join us to drive ERP excellence as a Senior Applications Analyst, focusing on JD Edwards EnterpriseOne. Lead complex support, configuration, and modernization efforts across Finance and Supply Chain...
1 week ago
$85K - $95K *
Unlock the potential of workforce data by transforming analytics into actionable insights. Collaborate across departments to enhance HR processes through effective reporting, systems, and automation...
3 weeks ago
$130K - $150K *
Engage with a dynamic team to shape global total rewards strategies, ensuring competitive compensation and fostering employee satisfaction across varying tiers as the company scales and evolves...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$165K - $250K *
Drive your career forward by partnering with leadership to transform payroll operations, enhance processes, and ensure compliance. Leverage your analytical skills to support a high-performing team in...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Drive your career forward as a Senior Compensation Analyst, optimizing global compensation programs. Leverage data insights to ensure competitive, equitable, and compliant compensation structures acro...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Unlock potential by leveraging your expertise in data analysis and psychometrics to drive innovative assessment solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance educational outcomes through advan...
2 weeks ago
$94K - $141K *
Analyze and enhance financial reporting processes while collaborating with stakeholders. This role requires strong analytical skills and knowledge of international accounting standards to prepare stat...
Reposted 6 days ago
$94K - $141K *
Lead the charge in advanced financial analysis, supporting compliance and guiding strategic budget developments while collaborating across teams and managing complex overhead structures in a dynamic a...
Reposted 1 week ago
$94K - $141K *
Grow your career by providing advanced financial analysis and budget management support in compliance with industry standards, ensuring alignment with corporate directives and enhancing operational ef...
Reposted 1 week ago
$94K - $141K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of financial reporting in defense. This role involves coordinating financial statements, supporting audits, and collaborating with management to ensure accurate f...
Reposted 1 week ago
$99K - $132K *
Partner with us to empower our go-to-market teams through strategic financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting. Collaborate closely with sales, marketing, and customer success to drive performance...
3 days ago
Human Resources & Payroll Manager
$80K - $100K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing payroll and HR functions while ensuring compliance and employee satisfaction. This role involves managing payroll processes, recruiting, and supporting staff...
3 days ago
$126K - $200K *
Transform business operations by leveraging data analysis, budgeting, and forecasting to drive strategic decision-making. Collaborate across functions to enhance processes and deliver impactful insigh...
1 week ago
Senior Accounts Payable Controls & Governance Analyst
$80K - $119K *
Lead governance and compliance in Accounts Payable operations, enhancing process integrity and risk management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective controls and audit readiness...
3 weeks ago
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.