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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$96K - $114K *

Unlock critical insights into water resource management by analyzing data, developing policies, and implementing strategies to ensure sustainable water supply. Collaborate with stakeholders and suppor...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$116K - $166K *

Shape financial strategies by driving corporate finance initiatives, focusing on forecasting and analysis. Collaborate across teams to translate complex data into actionable insights, enhancing decisi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$69K - $98K *

Champion quality engineering by designing comprehensive testing strategies, conducting automation-driven tests, and collaborating with diverse teams to ensure product excellence in a fast-paced techno...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $111K *

Transform revenue strategies by leveraging data analytics to optimize toll revenue, identify trends, and provide actionable insights. Collaborate across teams to enhance reporting capabilities and sup...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering aerospace projects by analyzing user needs, defining requirements, and ensuring quality in Agile environments. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive succes...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $100K *

Transform your career by joining a dynamic team that resolves complex product issues for clients in the financial technology sector. Collaborate across departments to enhance customer satisfaction and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$84K - $141K *

Unlock strategic pricing potential by analyzing market data, supporting pricing initiatives, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance profitability and process efficiency. Drive insigh...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $85K *

Reimagine compensation strategies by analyzing market data and job roles. Collaborate with HR to design competitive pay structures, ensuring compliance and transparency while supporting annual salary...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$81K - $139K *

Lead the optimization and management of Workday's Benefits and Absence modules, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance processes and drive strategic decision-making through data analysis and proje...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$81K - $139K *

Lead the optimization and management of Workday's Benefits and Absence modules, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance processes, drive automation, and support strategic decision-making through da...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$81K - $139K *

Transform the employee experience by optimizing Workday's Benefits and Absence modules. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance processes, drive automation, and deliver insightful data analysis to su...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to enhance Treasury operations through data, technology, and process redesign. This role involves cash management, forecasting, and optimizing liquidity while collaborating across team...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Engage in transformative business analysis to enhance reporting efficiency across Technology. Collaborate with stakeholders to streamline processes, drive strategic insights, and lead a growing team i...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $120K *

Drive financial excellence by supporting budget execution and reporting for a federal program. Collaborate with leadership to provide insights and ensure compliance with financial management objective...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive sales success by implementing strategies, exceeding goals, and building strong client relationships. Collaborate with decision-makers to connect their needs with tailored solutions, while expand...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving financial insights through robust analysis and reporting. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance P&L management and support strategic initiatives that improve organizati...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$73K - $110K *

Drive strategic insights by analyzing data trends and performance metrics to support decision-making for University Advancement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance reporting tools and...

Mont-royal, QCIn-Person

2 days ago

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

$73K - $110K *

Contribute to strategic decision-making by analyzing data trends and performance metrics. Collaborate with teams to enhance reporting tools and support fundraising initiatives through actionable insig...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 days ago

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

$82K - $102K *

Champion payroll excellence across North America, managing diverse employee compensation with precision. Drive compliance, enhance processes, and support growth as you shape the payroll function for a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$82K - $99K *

Elevate financial systems by leading optimization, ensuring data integrity, and driving automation initiatives. Collaborate across teams to enhance processes and implement scalable solutions that supp...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of accounts receivable by leading complex financial processes, ensuring accurate reconciliations, and driving timely resolutions across teams to support a seamless financial close and...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$111K - $144K *

Champion revenue accuracy and compliance by managing financial reporting, close processes, and cross-functional collaboration. Drive process improvements and leverage data analytics to enhance operati...

San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Transform business needs into actionable requirements for Workday HCM. Collaborate with teams to document HR processes, ensure testable designs, and support user acceptance testing, enhancing Talent A...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Unlock financial insights and enhance decision-making by partnering with commercial leaders to drive performance analytics, expense management, and strategic planning in a dynamic, fast-paced environm...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $90K *

Lead the charge in ensuring fiscal accuracy and compliance across multiple funding streams while collaborating with various programs. Drive timely financial reporting and support budgeting processes t...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.