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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$130K - $185K *

Transform data into actionable insights by analyzing metrics and automating reports. Collaborate with senior management to drive strategic business solutions using advanced database technologies and s...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $180K *

Lead and optimize payroll operations for a multi-state workforce, ensuring compliance and accuracy. Oversee payroll processing, collaborating with vendors, and mentoring payroll staff to drive continu...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $180K *

Drive payroll operations for 1,000+ employees across multiple states. Lead compliance, manage outsourcing, and optimize processes leveraging Workday. Mentor a payroll specialist while innovating solut...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $180K *

Advance your career by leading payroll operations for 1,000+ employees across multiple states. Drive compliance and optimization while managing vendor relationships and mentoring team members for cont...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $113K *

Deliver data-driven insights to enhance clinical, financial, and health outcomes. Collaborate with teams to analyze healthcare data, support decision-making, and optimize performance through innovativ...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $90K *

Engage in sophisticated financial analysis for commercial real estate, aiding decision-making while collaborating with diverse stakeholders. Cultivate your expertise in underwriting and strategic prop...

Today

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

$92K - $136K *

Join a dynamic finance team as a key contributor to audits and financial reporting. You will lead complex analyses, support departments, and enhance compliance while supervising accounting staff in a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $95K *

Manage the design and implementation of software solutions, support legacy applications, and integrate systems while driving modernization efforts to enhance overall IT efficiency and performance...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Drive seamless end-to-end payroll operations across multiple countries, ensuring accuracy in tax compliance and employee compensation. Partner cross-functionally to enhance processes and reporting, su...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $130K *

Join our team as you develop and manage HR systems to enhance employee experience, driving project execution and process improvement while collaborating with global stakeholders to ensure operational...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$60K - $113K *

Support Navy nuclear propulsion projects by managing DE/DT systems, ensuring software deployment, testing, and technical documentation for effective monitoring of reactor performance on commercial lap...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your expertise in project finance to drive financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting for complex government contracts. Guide junior analysts while collaborating with...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$71K - $97K *

Join our team to oversee accurate sales commission calculations and ensure timely payments. Utilize your analytical skills to manage data processing while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance co...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $110K *

Drive impactful land surveying projects by collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team. Utilize cutting-edge technology to analyze and create vital data sets, ensuring accurate mapping and boundary d...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $110K *

Lead the charge in optimizing compensation programs by analyzing pay trends, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with leaders to maintain equitable compensation structures. Drive initiatives that s...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $110K *

Reimagine load forecasting by developing models that inform long-term energy planning for utility systems. Collaborate with Member Systems to enhance forecasting accuracy and support financial decisio...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $95K *

Transform payroll and benefits into streamlined operations, providing expert guidance, ensuring compliance, and fostering strategic efficiency across multiple locations during a dynamic growth phase...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $95K *

Engage with a high-impact team to drive financial insight and enable growth by transforming complex data into actionable intelligence and enhancing planning processes across the organization...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $95K *

Contribute to enterprise financial insight by transforming complex data into actionable intelligence. Lead planning and forecasting processes, partnering with leaders to optimize performance and influ...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K - $116K *

Drive financial excellence by delivering in-depth analytics and insights. Collaborate with leadership teams to forecast expenses and streamline budgeting for effective decision-making and operational...

North York, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $110K *

Engage in comprehensive accounting processes, ensuring revenue recognition accuracy, inventory management, and timely financial reporting. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance workflows and suppo...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $112K *

Lead the charge in financial planning and analysis for Maintenance, ensuring accurate budgeting, forecasting, and insightful reporting across all ADUSA brands to drive operational decisions and enhanc...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $95K *

Shape the future of real estate finance by delivering insights and driving strategic decisions. Partner cross-functionally to analyze performance, improve operations, and support budget planning for a...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to leveraging data to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop insightful dashboards and transform complex datasets int...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $112K *

Unlock potential by delivering insightful financial analysis and reporting. Collaborate closely with Maintenance organizations to drive budgeting, forecasting, and strategic decisions, ensuring top-ti...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.