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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$95K - $115K *

Lead analytical initiatives in corporate FP&A, delivering accurate financial reporting and variance analysis. Collaborate across teams to enhance planning processes and ensure data integrity in a dyna...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion the optimization of Workday Advanced Compensation by leading implementations and enhancing HCM modules. Partner with clients and teams to drive innovation, deliver strategic solutions, and en...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform property accountability through strategic analysis and process improvement. Lead audit-readiness initiatives, mentor junior analysts, and enhance financial reporting for a government program...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$103K - $177K *

Join a dynamic team to architect and deliver high-impact data solutions that drive operational efficiency and strategic growth. Collaborate with stakeholders to transform complex data into actionable...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Partner with us to lead the design and development of enterprise applications, ensuring alignment with business needs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions while men...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$82K - $92K *

Lead the charge in high-volume payroll processing, ensuring compliance and accuracy while managing complex adjustments and year-end balancing. Join a dynamic team during a pivotal growth phase in a su...

Richmond, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$131K - $170K *

Champion actionable sales insights and optimize funnel metrics by collaborating across Sales, Operations, and Data teams. Drive AI-native transformations to enhance efficiency and elevate performance...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$78K - $110K *

Optimize your career by analyzing investment data and ensuring accurate financial reporting. Collaborate across teams to enhance accounting practices while managing month-end and annual reports in com...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Transform financial insights into strategic actions by analyzing data, collaborating with leaders, and driving decision-making processes. Join a dynamic team to enhance models, automate processes, and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Elevate decision-making by partnering with stakeholders to translate complex business needs into actionable insights and analytical frameworks. Drive impactful marketing analytics and customer insight...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Transform business insights into actionable analytics by partnering with stakeholders to drive data-informed decisions. Leverage advanced analytical skills to support marketing initiatives and enhance...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Champion financial excellence by managing accounting operations, ensuring compliance, and supporting strategic planning for technology services. Drive profitability through meticulous oversight of pro...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$79K - $129K *

Unlock the potential of data-driven insights as you shape innovative actuarial models and predictive analytics solutions, collaborating across teams to drive impactful business decisions and enhance y...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$79K - $129K *

Transform data into actionable insights as you develop innovative actuarial models and predictive analytics solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance decision-making and drive impactful results i...

Cambridge, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive financial planning and analysis by leading budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes. Collaborate with business leaders to provide insights that enhance decision-making and improve financi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $110K *

Engage with stakeholders to define IT architecture for a key project. Collaborate with teams to document requirements and maintain project documentation. Ideal for organized individuals with a backgro...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $129K *

Drive HR application systems support by analyzing and enhancing processes, managing upgrades, and ensuring data integrity. Collaborate with HR, Payroll, and IT to optimize operations and deliver insig...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $100K + free medical, dental, behavioral health, and vision coverage, ge *

In this role, you’ll be responsible for the completion of detailed financial reporting for the Plans, ensuring accuracy and compliance, and assisting with the annual audits of the Plans...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$78K - $88K *

Oversee payroll operations and lead a team to ensure accurate, timely multi-state payroll processing while enhancing client service and operational efficiency through effective management and process...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$78K - $88K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering accurate multi-state payroll solutions while leading a skilled group of Payroll Specialists. Drive operational excellence, enhance client service, and implem...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining finance technology by leading procurement and financial operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance systems, streamline processes, and ensure seamless...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $140K *

Lead the charge in optimizing payroll operations, ensuring accurate and compliant processing for salaried and hourly employees while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead financial reporting and analysis for complex projects, ensuring accurate budgeting and cost monitoring. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support contract management and enhance operatio...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $90K *

Lead the charge in data-driven insights and analytics, collaborating cross-functionally to enhance healthcare initiatives. Drive improvements through analytical projects, presenting findings to stakeh...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $91K *

The Payroll Operations Specialist will manage and support payroll operations for High Tech High, ensuring accurate processing and recording of payroll in a fast-paced environment. The role requires kn...

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  •   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.