Explore Payroll Analyst Jobs

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.

What Does a Payroll Analyst Do?

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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.

Career Paths for Payroll Analysts

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.

Find Payroll Analyst Jobs on Ladders

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.

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$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...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$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...

St Thomas, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

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

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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

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

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Payroll Analyst do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.