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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$90K - $115K *

Lead payroll operations across multiple states, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Develop and mentor a team, manage vendor relationships, and streamline processes while serving as the go-to expert for...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of financial analysis by driving strategic planning, forecasting, and reporting. Collaborate with business partners to enhance decision-making and optimize revenue management while be...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Engage in comprehensive financial planning and analysis, driving insights and strategic initiatives to support revenue growth. Collaborate with management to enhance decision-making through robust fin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K *

Take ownership of financial management and oversight for the Department of Radiology, ensuring compliance and accuracy across multiple funding sources while leading a transactional team and addressing...

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

$75K - $113K *

Lead the charge in financial planning and analysis, ensuring program cost control and budget management for critical missions. Collaborate with teams to drive strategic insights and support senior lea...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $114K *

Strategize sourcing initiatives to enhance procurement efficiency and vendor performance. Collaborate with teams to analyze data, develop best practices, and drive cost savings while ensuring alignmen...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $114K *

Transform procurement strategies by leveraging data analysis and vendor insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance sourcing processes, ensuring alignment with strategic goals while m...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$76K - $109K *

Drive strategic sourcing initiatives to enhance procurement efficiency and vendor performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze data, negotiate contracts, and implement best practice...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$76K - $109K *

Lead the charge in optimizing sourcing strategies through data analysis, vendor management, and cross-functional collaboration, ensuring alignment with strategic procurement goals and fostering contin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive analytical excellence by auditing freight contracts and invoices, ensuring compliance and accuracy. Collaborate with teams to enhance audit processes and mentor junior analysts, contributing to...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $120K *

Engage as a key finance partner, driving budget ownership and forecasting for functional leaders. Collaborate on variance analysis and enhance reporting accuracy while adapting to a fast-paced, evolvi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion payroll excellence by leading U.S. payroll operations and driving transformation across multiple Americas locations, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement while collaborating with di...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $176K *

Shape the future of healthcare technology by optimizing imaging workflows and systems. Collaborate with radiologists and IT teams to enhance performance and deliver innovative solutions in a dynamic e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$117K - $176K *

Lead the optimization and administration of advanced imaging solutions in a dynamic healthcare setting, enhancing workflows and collaborating with diverse teams to deliver innovative and efficient ser...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing insurance systems through SQL-driven solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance policy administration platforms and drive system improvements in a h...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$98K - $128K *

Drive financial analysis and reporting for complex projects, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Collaborate with management to develop strategies and provide expert guidance on budgeting and financial...

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

$95K - $115K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize SAP Finance processes, ensuring effective configuration, support, and continuous improvement in Record to Report, enhancing financial operations and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing payroll processes and systems. Drive a motivated team to ensure compliance, data integrity, and continuous improvement while collaborating across departments to align pay...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Transform data into actionable insights by leading analytics initiatives, collaborating with teams to develop reports and dashboards, and enhancing data quality to support healthcare objectives and dr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$82K - $117K *

Lead financial analysis for a high-growth business area, driving insights and process improvements. Collaborate across teams, influence planning cycles, and automate reporting to enhance operational e...

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by managing payroll for a large construction workforce. Oversee compliance, reporting, and team leadership while ensuring accurate payroll processing and fostering collaboration...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Transform payroll operations by leading a team to ensure compliance, accuracy, and efficiency in processing for a large construction workforce, while fostering collaboration across departments and enh...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

Optimize payroll operations across diverse entities, ensuring compliance and accurate processing. Lead a team, drive technological advancements, and collaborate with finance and HR to meet organizatio...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$115K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving investment analysis and portfolio management. Collaborate on financial modeling, due diligence, and investment memos while monitoring property performance and supporting fi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$116K - $173K *

Unlock potential by synthesizing financial insights to drive strategic decisions across a global sales organization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and deliv...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.