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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$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by leading Sales Analytics initiatives, driving insights and improvements for a Business Unit. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance productivity through data-driven strategie...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $100K *

Advance your career by supporting and enhancing the PeopleSoft HCM platform. Collaborate with HR and technical teams to deliver functional solutions for Time and Labor and Payroll processing, driving...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of tax compliance in the SaaS sector. As a key player in global tax strategies, you'll manage complex filings and collaborate across functions to drive accurate r...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Optimize tax compliance and reporting processes while leading complex initiatives in a high-growth SaaS environment. Collaborate across teams to drive strategic tax planning and provide expert guidanc...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that’s shaping global tax strategies in the SaaS industry. Drive compliance, reporting, and research initiatives while collaborating cross-functionally to tackle complex tax challenges and...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $110K *

Optimize cash management by ensuring accurate daily transactions, maintaining liquidity, and supporting strategic financial planning. Collaborate with teams to enhance treasury operations and build st...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $145K *

Lead global time and attendance implementations, collaborating with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, ensure compliance, and deliver effective solutions that enhance payroll accuracy and...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$88K - $105K *

Champion compensation strategies by providing analysis and guidance to management. Drive compliance and equity through job evaluations, salary recommendations, and training, while ensuring competitive...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining accounting excellence by managing payroll, accounts payable, and procurement. This role offers growth opportunities and the chance to enhance processes while ensuring com...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$66K - $110K *

Analyze financial data to drive strategic planning and reporting for a dynamic fulfillment network. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance business performance through innovative financial...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

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

$84K - $178K *

Elevate financial integrity by managing accounting activities, analyzing data, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with teams to prepare reports and forecasts, driving strategic initiatives and suppo...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$89K - $101K *

Champion strategic financial modeling and market analysis to drive autonomous mobility initiatives, supporting large-scale deployments and investment decisions while collaborating across teams in a dy...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$71K - $99K *

Join a team that's driving operational excellence through financial analysis and reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to enhance performance metrics, streamline processes, and support...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $90K *

Join us to lead payroll operations across Canada, the U.S., and globally. As a Senior Payroll Specialist, you'll ensure compliance, accuracy, and efficiency in payroll processing while collaborating w...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$73K - $113K *

Drive impactful data management and analysis to enhance nutrition programs across Iowa. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to improve systems, support decision-making, and ensure efficient processe...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Take ownership of cost analysis and project financials, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize budgets and forecasts, driving efficiency in proje...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$92K - $126K *

Join a team that's transforming financial insights into strategic actions. This role supports FP&A for Manufacturing and Supply Chain, partnering with stakeholders to enhance reporting, forecasting, a...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Empower our payroll team by leading the processing for 1,500 employees across 12 states. Drive compliance, accuracy, and efficiency while mentoring a dedicated team and optimizing payroll systems usin...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$88K - $95K *

Champion accurate payroll operations by leading a dedicated team, ensuring compliance, and enhancing processes. Collaborate with campus partners to resolve complex issues and drive continuous improvem...

1 week ago

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

$69K - $118K *

Transform daily operations in the Distribution department by leading a team, enhancing processes, and ensuring timely payroll processing while fostering collaboration across departments for exceptiona...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$69K - $118K *

Engage in overseeing daily operations of the Distribution department, ensuring timely payroll processing and operational efficiency. Drive improvements, manage vendor relationships, and support team d...

Memphis, TNRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$78K - $117K *

Empower our teams by analyzing financial performance and optimizing budgeting processes. Collaborate with leaders to drive effective decision-making in healthcare finance, while ensuring efficiency an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $130K *

Advance your career by owning revenue recognition processes, enhancing ASC 606 compliance, and providing insightful financial analyses, all within a dynamic SaaS environment. Collaborate with cross-fu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$64K - $129K *

Analyze financial performance and enhance reporting processes to support month-end close activities, demand forecasting, and profitability analysis, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering insightful financial analysis to drive manufacturing success. Leverage your expertise to enhance reporting processes and collaborate across functions, ensuri...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.