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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$82K - $172K *

Join a dedicated team as you manage program financials, ensuring compliance and supporting project managers with financial analysis and reporting. Your expertise will drive success in complex contract...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive financial excellence by owning planning, forecasting, and reporting cycles. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to connect financial results with operational drivers, enabling informed decis...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $110K *

Transform financial planning and decision-making by analyzing data, preparing reports, and collaborating with management to enhance performance and drive strategic initiatives within a dynamic finance...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$85K - $110K *

Unlock potential by driving financial performance and strategic planning. Collaborate with leadership to analyze data, support decision-making, and enhance business outcomes in a dynamic finance team...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $110K *

Transform your career by joining a dynamic IT project management team, bridging business needs with technology solutions. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency and cl...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $110K *

Shape your career by bridging business needs and technology solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency, improve client service, and drive successful project outcomes th...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $110K *

Drive business transformation by bridging stakeholders and technology teams, ensuring effective solutions that enhance operational efficiency, client service, and risk management through comprehensive...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $110K *

Transform business needs into effective technology solutions by partnering with stakeholders and IT teams. Drive process improvements, manage requirements, and ensure successful project outcomes throu...

Tsuut'ina, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $110K *

Unlock potential by bridging business needs with technology solutions, enhancing operational efficiency and client service through effective analysis, process improvement, and stakeholder engagement i...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $110K *

Drive operational excellence by bridging business needs and technology solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance efficiency, improve service delivery, and implement effective technology solu...

Quebec, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $110K *

Lead the charge in bridging business needs and technology solutions, enhancing operational efficiency and client service through effective analysis, process improvement, and stakeholder engagement in...

Surrey, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $110K *

Unlock potential by bridging business needs and technology solutions, enhancing operational efficiency and client service through effective analysis, process improvement, and stakeholder engagement in...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$69K - $124K *

Shape financial operations by providing comprehensive accounting support, managing transactions, and delivering insightful analysis to enhance decision-making across multiple departments in a dynamic...

4 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in creating a robust Workday environment by configuring processes, managing security, and mentoring teammates. Own the deployment and be instrumental in shaping HR systems from day one...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by owning the Workday configuration lifecycle, from implementation through go-live. Drive enhancements, mentor peers, and tackle challenges in a fast-paced environment where your impa...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Optimize HR technology solutions by leading Workday enhancements and driving process improvements. Collaborate with HR, Payroll, and IT to deliver impactful insights and exceptional user experiences w...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $135K *

Drive the design and implementation of SAP S/4HANA Sales and Distribution solutions, collaborating globally to ensure effective configuration, optimize processes, and support system stability for enha...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Transform the future of software development by leading teams and driving innovative solutions. Leverage your extensive experience in relational databases and development technologies to enhance compl...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing data quality and insights. As a Data Analyst, you'll analyze cost data, conduct research, and collaborate with teams to streamline processes, ensuring accurat...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$83K - $125K *

Support strategic financial analysis within a dynamic R&D environment, partnering closely with leadership to drive data-driven decisions, enhance reporting processes, and optimize R&D resource allocat...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by leading complex payroll and workforce management initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance payroll accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency while d...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $95K *

Transform data into actionable insights by leading comprehensive analysis and reporting initiatives. Collaborate across departments to optimize data systems and enhance decision-making through advance...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Optimize workforce strategies as a Senior Analyst, aligning forecasts with operational goals. Drive productivity through effective scheduling and real-time adjustments, enhancing customer satisfaction...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Unlock potential by building and refining actuarial models for property insurance. Collaborate with a dynamic team to analyze data, produce insights, and influence client decisions in a hands-on, hybr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Join a team that's transforming property insurance pricing through innovative modeling. You'll build and validate actuarial models, collaborate with experts, and provide actionable insights to clients...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.