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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$98K - $150K *

Partner with us to analyze complex data and deliver actionable insights that inform strategic talent decisions, enhance organizational effectiveness, and improve employee experience across diverse bus...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $159K *

Optimize financial strategies by partnering with leaders to enhance budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes. Drive impactful business insights while supporting strategic decision-making across...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $180K *

Partner with leaders to drive strategy and impact as a key financial advisor, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning. Collaborate with executives and business units to provide insig...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of financial investigations, applying your expertise in forensic accounting to uncover fraudulent activities. Collaborate with legal professionals to support high-s...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $180K *

Drive strategic financial planning as a Senior FP&A Analyst, partnering with leadership to enhance budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. Lead initiatives that provide actionable insights and support...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $146K *

Engage in vital Employee and Labor Relations initiatives, ensuring effective collaboration across teams. Support policy updates and labor negotiations while fostering a positive workplace culture in a...

4 weeks ago

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

$90K - $100K *

Unlock insights by analyzing complex data sets to support public health research. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance medication safety and inform digital quality measures utilizing R...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $130K *

Champion a culture of competitive compensation by leading salary benchmarking, shaping job structures, and managing pay programs while advising HR and leadership in a dynamic, mission-driven environme...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Empower your career by leading compensation strategies, salary benchmarking, and job architecture. Collaborate with HR partners to ensure competitive pay programs and compliance, driving impactful dec...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as a Payroll Manager overseeing complex multi-state payroll management, ensuring compliance and accuracy while providing strategic guidance. Leverage your expertise in UKG systems...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$106K - $169K *

Drive strategic financial planning and analysis, partnering with executives to optimize budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for Corporate Shared Services. Lead insight-driven initiatives that inform...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $144K *

Drive payroll excellence and compliance across Canada, leading a team to manage bi-weekly payroll operations, ensure accuracy, and implement process improvements for organizational success and excepti...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $125K *

Innovate solutions as a vital liaison between stakeholders and ERP systems, enhancing operational efficiency and decision-making through Oracle Fusion expertise and robust reporting capabilities. Coll...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $128K *

Lead the charge in financial planning and analysis, collaborating with diverse departments to enhance operational efficiency, reporting automation, and strategic insights that drive informed decision...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $158K *

Oversee and enhance payroll operations for U.S. and Canadian employees, ensuring precise compliance and timely execution. Collaborate with HR and finance to uphold payroll integrity while managing a m...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Champion data-driven decision making by collaborating with various business units to develop analytical solutions that align with strategic initiatives and enhance operational effectiveness across sta...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to analyze financial data, optimize compliance, and support decision-making for government space programs. Leverage your expertise in DoD financial management to enhance reporting...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$69K - $104K *

Champion employee relations as a Human Resource Analyst. Guide managers, resolve workplace challenges, and enhance communication, fostering a productive and respectful environment through expert advic...

5 days ago

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

$80K - $100K *

Transform data into impactful insights that drive marketing strategies and sales performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable research findings and enable informed decisi...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by partnering with cross-functional teams to deliver critical financial insights that drive decision-making and enhance performance across the organization, ensuring alignment with...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Engage in data-driven decision-making by collecting, validating, and visualizing data to enhance operational effectiveness. Leverage analytical tools to develop dashboards and insights that inform str...

3 weeks ago

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

$83K - $99K *

Transform financial management for renewable energy assets. Own end-to-end reporting and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance fiscal performance while engaging with senior leadership in a high-vis...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$83K - $99K *

Join a team that's driving financial excellence in renewable energy, managing a portfolio of assets, supporting strategic initiatives, and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to enhance...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$81K - $109K *

Accelerate billing success by expertly managing accounts receivable collections, analyzing payment trends, and collaborating with teams to resolve disputes. This role offers growth opportunities withi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$74K - $94K *

Partner with us to provide essential eligibility determinations for public assistance programs, ensuring exemplary customer service and support for clients in need through effective communication and...

5 days ago

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

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.