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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$86K - $198K *

Contribute to detailed cost analysis that drives funding decisions for Navy systems. Collaborate with engineers and project managers to develop comprehensive cost estimates, using data to influence in...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $179K *

Unlock potential by driving financial analysis and reporting. Lead initiatives for process improvement and control assessments while managing junior analysts and ensuring accuracy in financial reporti...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Optimize financial reporting by overseeing consolidated monthly reviews for global manufacturing operations. Enhance efficiency through analysis and support of key financial processes while collaborat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $112K *

Advance our IT operations by supporting systems, managing stakeholders, and tackling service requests while ensuring smooth project execution and on-call support during off-hours in a dynamic, team-fo...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $120K *

Join a team that drives accuracy in payroll and expense processing. Support multi-state payroll operations, compliance, and employee inquiries in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with HR and Fina...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$98K - $133K *

Transform the financial landscape by leading budget development, fiscal analysis, and advanced financial systems improvement. Collaborate closely with departments, management, and external partners to...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$74K - $124K *

Unlock potential by ensuring data quality and regulatory compliance while collaborating with various stakeholders. Drive improvements across the organization with a focus on governance and controls wi...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $163K *

Join a dynamic team to drive financial analysis and process improvements, utilizing advanced analytics to support business objectives and enhance decision-making. Influence strategic outcomes while me...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $117K *

Unlock potential by driving financial analytics and managing lease accounts across teams. Collaborate with finance partners, lead projects, and enhance processes to ensure accurate reporting and compl...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$65K - $98K *

Optimize program performance by providing financial analysis, cost reporting, and support across departments. Collaborate with managers to ensure compliance and effective forecasting, driving success...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $140K *

Lead the charge in global payroll management, ensuring compliance and accuracy across domestic and international payroll operations while enhancing processes, supporting employee inquiries, and naviga...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $140K *

Join our team as an Interim Payroll Manager to expertly lead global payroll operations, ensuring compliance, timely processing, and data integrity across multiple regions while supporting organization...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$72K - $101K *

Tackle compensation analysis and bonus program enhancements, supporting Operations with automation and compliance. Collaborate across teams to improve processes, ensuring timely bonus distributions an...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$86K - $130K *

Partner with us to enhance pension administration tools and documentation. Utilize your technical writing expertise to create clear, engaging content for our internal teams, ensuring they can effectiv...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform HR processes by optimizing Workday HCM functionality, managing enhancements, and driving data-driven decision-making, all while fostering collaboration across HR, Finance, and IT teams...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$59K - $109K *

Tackle the challenge of optimizing cloud spending and reporting by leveraging your analytical abilities. Work cross-functionally to enhance financial transparency and drive efficiencies in cloud opera...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$77K - $116K *

Elevate financial analysis and forecasting efforts for the Greater Chicago Region. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver insights and drive performance alignment, while effectively translating dat...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$77K - $116K *

Unlock potential by leading FP&A processes, driving data integrity, and delivering insights for business performance in collaboration with cross-functional teams. Ideal for strategic thinkers who exce...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K - $134K *

Deliver analytical expertise by managing budgets, producing reports, and providing insights to senior management, driving strategic initiatives while ensuring financial performance and operational eff...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$90K - $125K *

Elevate business analysis by gathering requirements and supporting order routing products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality solutions in a fast-paced, innovative environm...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$62K - $103K *

Elevate your career with a Senior Payroll Specialist role, responsible for full-cycle payroll processing, compliance, and client support in a collaborative environment. Utilize your expertise to solve...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$62K - $103K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering expert payroll solutions. Leverage your 5+ years of experience in full-cycle payroll processing to ensure compliance, support clients, and collaborate with s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$62K - $103K *

Manage payroll processes and compliance for diverse clients, leveraging your expertise to ensure accuracy in multi-state payroll and tax regulations while fostering strong client relationships and pro...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$62K - $103K *

Deliver comprehensive payroll solutions by managing multi-state payroll processes, ensuring compliance with tax regulations, and building strong client relationships. Proactively solve issues while ma...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$62K - $103K *

Analyze payroll processing systems and lead full-cycle payroll for clients. Ensure compliance with regulations, manage tax filings, and build strong stakeholder relationships while leveraging advanced...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.