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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Senior Analyst, Financial Reporting
$80K - $95K *
Contribute to financial excellence by analyzing complex data, preparing reports, and streamlining processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve issues and enhance reporting standards while super...
1 week ago
$118K - $176K *
Lead the charge in ensuring regulatory compliance and quality control within lending and deposit operations. Collaborate on compliance monitoring, training, and risk assessments while supporting BSA/A...
2 weeks ago
$135K - $145K *
Lead the charge in optimizing federal budget management by delivering strategic insights and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to manage a $90M+ IT budget, driving efficiency and tran...
3 weeks ago
$85K - $102K *
Optimize financial planning and reporting by conducting in-depth analyses, supporting operational decisions, and fostering strong cross-functional relationships. Drive performance improvement through...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Transform compensation practices through expert analysis, strategic planning, and market alignment. Join a dynamic team that enhances operational support and governance of compensation programs, ensur...
Reposted 5 days ago
Sr. Analyst, Executive Compensation
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in enhancing executive compensation strategies through detailed analysis, benchmarking, and strategic support. Collaborate across departments to ensure competitive compensation practic...
3 weeks ago
$84K - $100K *
Unlock your potential by defining, developing, and maintaining software applications. Collaborate with teams to enhance functionality and resolve issues, ensuring high-quality solutions that meet busi...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $120K *
Empower project success by coordinating deployment activities, managing artifacts, and ensuring data accuracy across diverse stakeholders in a dynamic environment. Bring your organizational skills to...
3 days ago
$73K - $111K *
Optimize payroll processes while ensuring accuracy and compliance. Lead a team, mentor staff, and implement improvements. Collaborate with HR and conduct audits to maintain payroll integrity in a dyna...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Transform tax accounting processes by analyzing and recording income tax provisions for multiple entities across South America, collaborating with local accountants and corporate planners to ensure ac...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Shape the future of tax analysis by calculating and recording income tax provisions across South America. Collaborate with local accountants and corporate planners to resolve tax accounting matters, f...
3 weeks ago
$75K - $100K *
Pioneer insights by analyzing complex datasets to support crucial program metrics. Facilitate reporting and discover trends through data visualizations, driving effective decision-making and continuou...
Reposted 1 week ago
Financial or Business Analyst Senior
$88K - $105K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing financial operations across multiple divisions. Collaborate with leadership to provide insightful analysis, support budgeting, and drive efficiency in a dynam...
4 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Analyze and enhance financial reporting processes while ensuring compliance with US GAAP. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide technical accounting support and drive continuous improveme...
2 weeks ago
$150K - $184K *
Shape strategic growth by driving M&A transactions from screening to integration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze targets, prepare presentations, and support investment decisions in...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team as you oversee payroll operations, manage tax processes, and enhance client relationships. Lead and develop a skilled team while ensuring high-quality service and efficient process...
Reposted 2 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Champion payroll excellence by leading a dynamic team, enhancing processes, and ensuring top-tier client service while managing tax compliance and fostering team development...
Reposted 2 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead our payroll operations by managing a dedicated team, ensuring compliance, and enhancing client relationships. Drive process improvements and deliver high-quality service while overseeing tax mana...
Reposted 2 days ago
Research Analyst - Cost Estimator
$113K - $277K *
Unlock the potential of defense program cost analytics by developing comprehensive cost estimates and analyses across multiple government projects. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to drive e...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$103K - $218K *
Join a dynamic team to analyze and document business requirements, translating them into actionable user stories for Agile development. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive innovative solutions that...
4 days ago
$90K - $150K *
Empower data-driven decisions by enhancing automation algorithms and analyzing large datasets. Collaborate with engineers and data scientists to optimize IP Geolocation technology, ensuring accurate i...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $150K *
Empower data-driven decisions by enhancing automation algorithms and analyzing large datasets. Collaborate with engineers and data scientists to improve IP Geolocation technology, delivering impactful...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $150K *
Join a dynamic Data Analytics Team to enhance IP Geolocation technology. Collaborate with engineers and data scientists to improve automation algorithms and leverage big data for accurate insights, im...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $150K *
Unlock potential by driving data insights and automation improvements. Collaborate with engineers and data scientists to enhance IP Geolocation technology, leveraging big data for accurate customer so...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team as you oversee payroll operations, ensuring accurate processing for over 2400 employees. Collaborate across departments to maintain employee data and compliance while mentoring sta...
2 days ago
What does a Payroll Analyst do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.