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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$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in optimizing revenue lifecycle technology, ensuring seamless integration and support across billing, timekeeping, and reporting processes while collaborating with cross-functional tea...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Transform the revenue lifecycle technology by driving functional operations, support, and enhancements. Collaborate with Finance, IT, and vendors to ensure seamless billing, timekeeping, and reporting...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by driving the functional excellence of revenue technology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance billing, timekeeping, and reporting processes, ensuring operational e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$84K - $101K *

Lead complex budget management analyses and support program operations within a dynamic team. Empower the Department of Family Services by providing technical guidance, ensuring compliance, and enhanc...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform financial insights into strategic actions by collaborating across teams to enhance decision-making and streamline processes. Leverage your analytical expertise to drive impactful financial m...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations by developing, filing, and maintaining product forms. Collaborate with team members to meet project goals while mentoring juni...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by managing end-to-end accounts receivable processes, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting, and collaborating cross-functionally to drive streamlined accounting workflows and o...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Transform financial reporting and analysis in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver accurate data, drive improvements, and support strategic decision-making while m...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$126K - $157K *

Optimize HRIS for Payroll operations by leveraging analytical and technical expertise. Collaborate with HR and IT to enhance system functionality, troubleshoot issues, and ensure compliance with emplo...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Drive payroll accuracy and compliance by collaborating with HR and finance teams. Ensure timely processing, reconciliations, and audits while enhancing payroll procedures and supporting employee benef...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K *

Optimize payroll processes and ensure compliance while leading a team to achieve departmental goals. Oversee payroll accuracy, implement internal controls, and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Oversee comprehensive payroll and benefits administration for U.S. and Canada, ensuring compliance and accuracy. Collaborate with teams to enhance employee experience and streamline processes while ma...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in optimizing payroll operations, ensuring compliance and accuracy for a diverse workforce. Collaborate with multiple departments to streamline processes and elevate team performance t...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$77K - $95K *

Analyze and optimize day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial records and compliance with standards. Collaborate with finance teams to deliver timely reports and support audits, e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$77K - $95K *

Join a dynamic finance team to manage daily accounting operations, ensure compliance, and deliver accurate financial reporting. Your expertise will support month-end closings and audits, driving effic...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $147K *

Support cross-divisional intercompany relationships, ensuring timely and accurate reporting. Collaborate with partners to enhance processes and resolve issues, contributing to successful periodic clos...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$88K - $147K *

Partner with us to enhance intercompany reporting processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial activities. Collaborate across divisions to drive improvements and support periodic closes, fosterin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$94K - $136K *

Transform financial insights into strategic decisions by providing advanced analytical support across Finance, Operations, and Strategic Planning. Collaborate with leadership to drive impactful projec...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $223K *

Elevate your career by leading payroll operations across the US and Canada. Drive compliance, enhance processes, and empower your team during a period of growth while collaborating with cross-function...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$85K - $95K *

Transform payroll operations by managing U.S. and Canadian payroll processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency in a dynamic enviro...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $101K *

Join a dynamic Pricing Group to support cost analysis, proposal generation, and compliance reviews. Collaborate with engineering and business teams to ensure accurate pricing and cost estimates, while...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $110K *

Unlock your potential by analyzing data and conducting audits to enhance compliance for innovative B2B and B2C platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, apply critical thinking, and gain ins...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in closing sales and winning new business within a defined territory. Collaborate with clients to deliver tailored HR solutions, manage multiple sales processes, and cultivate lasting...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $141K *

Join a team that's pivotal in shaping financial strategies and ensuring project success. As a Program Cost Control Analyst, you'll prepare budgets, conduct financial analyses, and support critical mis...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $128K *

Join a dynamic team as a Program Cost Control Analyst, where you'll oversee financial analysis and reporting, ensuring contract compliance and effective cost management in high-stakes projects. Your e...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.