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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$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role managing treasury activities, optimizing cash flow, and providing leadership to finance teams, while enhancing financial controls and driving business results acro...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $130K *

Shape the future of chargeback processes by leveraging your analytical expertise and collaboration skills. Join a dynamic team focused on optimizing financial operations within the pharmaceutical indu...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Drive impactful financial insights and reporting solutions, influencing key business decisions and advancing analytics through collaboration, technology, and best practices across varying stakeholders...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by providing strategic financial leadership and insights to enhance operational performance across manufacturing facilities, driving continuous improvement and value creation in a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading financial analysis initiatives that drive operational excellence and strategic decision-making within manufacturing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform in...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform financial insights into strategic decisions by analyzing budgets, forecasts, and performance metrics. Collaborate with teams to enhance financial processes, ensuring alignment with business...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Tackle critical data challenges by enhancing operational efficiency through vital analysis that bridges IT and business objectives. Collaborate effectively with stakeholders while managing multiple pr...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$81K - $122K *

Join us to serve as a vital finance partner, providing expert financial analysis and forecasting support to program managers, impacting business objectives through insightful data and strategic recomm...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $220K *

Drive global payroll excellence by leading strategy, governance, and operations. Manage a high-performing team to ensure compliance, accuracy, and scalability while enhancing the employee experience a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $95K *

Reimagine business performance by leveraging financial insights to enhance efficiency and strategic growth. Collaborate with teams to optimize operational expenses, drive data-driven decisions, and su...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$76K - $89K *

Accelerate your career as a Senior Payroll Specialist, ensuring precise payroll processing and compliance for a unionized construction workforce across multiple projects. Collaborate closely with the...

1 week ago

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

$81K - $94K *

Drive operational excellence as a Functional Analyst, managing software solutions and supporting data management. Collaborate on projects and ensure effective service delivery while developing user re...

Whitehorse, YTIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$106K - $155K *

Deliver analytical insights and streamline financial reporting systems while collaborating across teams to enhance data quality and reporting efficiency in a dynamic financial environment...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $102K *

Lead the charge in facility management by overseeing maintenance, repairs, and operations for a key facility, ensuring optimal performance and compliance while collaborating with contractors and inter...

4 weeks ago

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

$170K - $233K *

Lead the charge in delivering strategic multi-system initiatives within the Experience & Rewards portfolio. Collaborate across teams to drive the evolution of Workday and ensure alignment with organiz...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$151K - $207K *

Shape the future of employee experience by leading multi-system initiatives in the People Technology area, aligning technical execution with strategic goals across HCM, Benefits, and Rewards while fos...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$151K - $207K *

Lead the charge in driving complex, multi-system initiatives for the Experience & Rewards portfolio, translating business needs into actionable technical delivery while engaging key stakeholders in a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$73K - $113K *

Unlock your potential as a Data Analyst, analyzing and producing critical education data metrics. Collaborate with a dynamic team to support state reporting and assessment evaluation, advancing educat...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Elevate data management processes to ensure the accuracy and integrity of security data across the lifecycle. Play a key role in supporting analytics, valuation, and reporting, while interacting with...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$84K - $93K *

Lead payroll operations by ensuring timely and accurate compensation, while maintaining compliance with laws. Foster collaboration across departments and implement best practices for system enhancemen...

2 days ago

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

$80K - $90K *

Join a dedicated team as a Senior Payroll & Benefits Specialist, ensuring payroll excellence, compliance, and operational efficiency while enhancing employee experience across a dynamic organization...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $135K *

Analyze and enhance logistics management processes by developing policies, coordinating supply program activities, and utilizing advanced Army systems to ensure efficient property accountability and d...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$81K - $102K *

Unlock potential by leveraging data insights to enhance financial performance. Collaborate with senior leadership, manage independent projects, and drive improvements in reporting and forecasting for...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$82K - $87K *

Join a team dedicated to ensuring accurate payroll processing and timekeeping. Lead training initiatives and streamline operations while managing complex accounts for a diverse workforce in a supporti...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive payroll and benefits excellence in a multi-site organization, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and accuracy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance employee experiences while managin...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.