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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$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading financial analysis and reporting. Develop insights from complex data to support strategic decision-making and guide a team in maintaining accurate financial records and for...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$76K - $114K *

Optimize payroll processes while supporting comprehensive accounting operations across AP and AR. Ensure compliance, accuracy, and timely financial transactions to enhance organizational efficiency an...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $122K *

Join a dynamic team as a financial partner, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for specialty departments. Collaborate with leaders to enhance financial insights and drive accountability...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $122K *

Collaborate with specialty departments to lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. Drive financial accountability through analysis and insights while enhancing decision-making tools to im...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $122K *

Support departments' financial strategies by leading forecasting and budgeting efforts, conducting variance analysis, and driving improvements in financial accountability and reporting tools to enhanc...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $122K *

Transform financial strategies by leading FP&A activities, partnering with business leaders, and delivering actionable insights. Drive budget management, forecasting, and variance analysis to enhance...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $122K *

Lead the charge in financial planning and analysis to empower specialty departments. Collaborate with leaders to enhance budgeting, forecasting, and reporting, driving financial insights and accountab...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $122K *

Deliver actionable financial insights while leading budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes for specialty departments. Collaborate with business leaders to enhance financial performanc...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team supporting federal IT budgeting and financial governance. This role involves drafting critical budget documentation, executive briefings, and ensuring compliance while meeting stri...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Shape payroll tax compliance and risk management through strategic audits, validating jurisdiction setups, and ensuring regulatory adherence across diverse entities, while fostering collaboration amon...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$111K - $135K *

Collaborate with business leaders to support financial planning, reporting, and analytics initiatives. Leverage data and business intelligence to drive insights and improve decision-making across the...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$111K - $135K *

Unlock insights through financial analysis and advanced reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance decision-making with Power BI and data analytics, driving strategic initiatives th...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $137K *

Optimize general ledger processes, ensuring accuracy in asset records, driving accountability for PPE and accruals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to strengthen controls, support audits, and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $140K *

Drive payroll and benefits administration efficiency, ensuring compliance and accuracy. Lead a team to manage ADP processing, employee benefits, and 401(k) programs while enhancing operations through...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$157K - $217K *

Pioneer data analytics at a leading financial technology firm. Own credit performance monitoring, identify trends, and drive deep analysis to support top-tier decision-making with your insights and re...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Help us shape efficient Workday Payroll solutions, cultivating client relationships and leading implementation projects while mentoring junior team members to build solutions that drive value and meet...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team as you optimize financial and project support services, collaborating with government personnel on RDT&E initiatives while ensuring compliance and effective budget management acros...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$155K - $170K *

Shape the future of payroll operations by optimizing processes and leading a dynamic team focused on compliance, automation, and Workday integration, ensuring timely and accurate employee compensation...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Champion data-driven insights and reporting to enhance business decision-making. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to automate processes and optimize performance metrics, ensuring accuracy and e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$97K - $130K *

Shape the future of operational finance by enhancing plant performance, providing financial insights, and driving cost improvements in a dynamic manufacturing environment...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $105K *

Empower your career by fostering positive employee relations and resolving workplace issues. In this role, you’ll conduct investigations, maintain policies, support managers, and drive engagement init...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's committed to delivering strategic program support and analytical expertise across various initiatives. Elevate financial planning, enhance operations, and provide specialized IT com...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Drive quality improvement initiatives to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and enhance market process automation. Collaborate cross-functionally to maintain consistent standards in govern...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $120K *

Take ownership of financial insights and forecasting across multiple markets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance reporting and budgeting processes, ensuring alignment with strategic go...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$61K - $99K *

Join a dynamic team where you'll manage payroll tax processes, ensuring compliance and operational excellence while collaborating across HR, Finance, and Tax departments to enhance payroll tax efficie...

Reposted today

  •   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.