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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$134K - $265K *

Optimize payroll operations by guiding clients through process analysis, technology solutions, and team leadership. Drive growth and transformation while enhancing client relationships and delivering...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $265K *

Join a team that's transforming payroll operations by guiding clients through process improvements and technology solutions. Leverage your leadership skills to drive growth and enhance client relation...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $265K *

Drive strategic growth and transformation in payroll operations by guiding clients through process analysis, technology solutions, and team leadership, while enhancing operational effectiveness and cl...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $265K *

Optimize client payroll processes by leading teams, advising on technology solutions, and driving transformation initiatives. Leverage expertise in payroll operations to enhance efficiency and support...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $265K *

Unlock potential by leading strategy and transformation in payroll operations. Guide clients through process improvements, technology solutions, and team management while driving growth and enhancing...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $265K *

Join a team that's redefining payroll operations by guiding clients through process improvements and technology solutions. Leverage your leadership skills to drive transformation and enhance client re...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $265K *

Join a team that's redefining payroll operations by guiding clients through process analysis, technology integration, and team leadership. Leverage your expertise to enhance client experiences and dri...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $265K *

Transform payroll operations by guiding clients through process analysis, technology solutions, and team leadership. Drive growth and innovation while managing projects and enhancing client relationsh...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$117K - $176K *

Shape the future of program control by providing financial analysis and administrative support. Collaborate with managers and technical teams to implement Earned Value Management principles and enhanc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$94K - $141K *

Analyze financial data and support program management by preparing budgets, schedules, and reports. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with cost control guidelines and assist in audits, enhan...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$111K - $131K *

Unlock potential by leading financial analyses and modeling to support workforce planning and collective bargaining initiatives, ensuring compliance and effective communication with stakeholders acros...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in overseeing payroll operations for a diverse workforce, ensuring compliance and precision across multiple specialized units. Drive strategic initiatives and manage complex data syste...

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

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in overseeing payroll operations for thousands of employees, ensuring compliance and precision across multiple specialized units. Drive strategic initiatives and manage complex data sy...

3 days ago

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

$65K - $98K *

Discover opportunities to enhance quality assurance processes by leading audits, analyzing data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and continuous improvement in missio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$65K - $98K *

Join a dynamic team as a Mission Assurance Analyst, focusing on quality assurance through audits, data analysis, and First Article Inspections. Collaborate across functions to enhance processes and en...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $93K *

Oversee payroll operations, ensuring compliance and accuracy in processing. Collaborate with departments to maintain payroll integrity and provide expert guidance. Drive improvements in payroll system...

3 weeks ago

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

$75K - $90K *

Analyze customer accounts to optimize cash flow, ensure timely payments, and resolve discrepancies while supporting cross-functional partners to foster strong relationships and minimize financial risk...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by transforming HR data into actionable insights and enhancing reporting strategies. Collaborate with leadership on system design and support HR digital initiatives, driving improveme...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$92K - $110K *

Deliver strategic leadership and operational oversight to enhance decision-making processes within the Veterans Health Administration's EHRM, ensuring effective collaboration and communication across...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $121K *

Join us to deliver comprehensive income tax compliance services for insurance and holding companies. You'll manage tax filings, audits, and technology initiatives, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in...

Burlington, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Architect comprehensive payroll and benefits strategies, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Lead payroll processing and benefits administration while mentoring a dedicated team to enhance employee sa...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$103K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to apply your expertise in state and local tax analysis, supporting audits, tax planning, and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities and ensu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$103K - $115K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team focused on state and local tax strategies. Leverage your expertise to navigate audits, implement planning, and drive compliance while collaborating with key...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$103K - $115K *

Engage in state and local tax analysis, audits, and planning to optimize tax strategies. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and identify opportunities, while staying updated on tax developmen...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$92K - $160K *

Shape the future of payroll tax compliance by leading multi-state operations, ensuring accuracy in filings, and driving process improvements while collaborating with internal teams and external vendor...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.