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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
$100K - $110K *
Drive financial accuracy and compliance by managing general ledger activities, month-end closes, and inventory accounting in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate with a dedicated team to e...
3 days ago
$106K - $160K *
Transform pharmacy operations by leveraging advanced analytics to drive strategic decisions. Collaborate with teams to build predictive models and deliver insights that enhance compliance and operatio...
1 week ago
$79K - $106K *
Contribute to impactful retail strategies through data analysis, collaboration, and critical insights. Engage with cross-functional teams to enhance decision-making and drive commercial success in a d...
Reposted 3 days ago
$112K - $133K *
Drive impactful data analysis to enhance digital services and customer experience. Collaborate with stakeholders to transform complex data into actionable insights, ensuring continuous improvement acr...
5 days ago
Service Management Analyst II/Sr.
$70K - $99K *
Drive the development and implementation of IT Service Management processes, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement. Collaborate with IT teams and stakeholders to enhance service quality and o...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by supporting SAP system readiness for new data center launches. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate inventory tracking, troubleshoot system issues, and train e...
1 week ago
$94K - $198K *
Lead the acquisition process for Army programs, coordinating documentation and strategies to ensure successful product lifecycle management and contract oversight while collaborating with cross-functi...
5 days ago
Business Development Analyst - US Institutional
$115K - $125K *
Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team that supports institutional clients, enhancing relationships through analytics, presentations, and proactive client engagement while collaborating across dep...
3 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Drive operational excellence by leading payroll functions across diverse markets, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance payroll processes and foster a high-perfo...
2 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Drive financial excellence by supporting budgeting, forecasting, and analytics for the Health and Medical Business Unit, ensuring robust financial controls and insightful reporting to enhance performa...
1 week ago
$70K - $178K *
Transform financial strategies by leveraging your budget expertise and analytical skills. Collaborate with a mission-critical team to support U.S. Army programs, ensuring effective resource allocation...
2 weeks ago
$70K - $178K *
Support mission-critical financial operations by analyzing budgets, collaborating with teams, and providing data-driven insights to enhance project strategies and resource allocation. Bring your exper...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Empower our team by managing research operations, analytics, and documentation. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver insights and maintain project timelines, enhancing knowledge and communication...
3 weeks ago
Senior Analyst, Financial Reporting and Consolidations
$80K - $95K *
Analyze and streamline financial reporting processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Collaborate with teams to enhance reporting tools and drive improvements, leveraging AI for efficiency in consol...
3 weeks ago
Lead Business Analyst, Public Affairs and Communications, Enterprise Systems
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in transforming digital solutions for Public Affairs and Communications. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance processes, drive technology adoption, and ensure successful implementa...
5 days ago
Senior Financial Analyst, Corporate Development
$80K - $108K *
Join a dynamic team driving M&A success through financial modeling, business due diligence, and cross-functional collaboration. Elevate your skills while supporting strategic deal execution that impac...
Reposted 1 week ago
Revenue Operations & Data Analyst II
$80K - $95K *
Shape the future of revenue operations by delivering accurate reporting and analysis. Collaborate across teams to support sales, finance, and executive leadership, ensuring data integrity and driving...
6 days ago
Information Systems Analyst III - Enterprise Data & Records Governance Analyst
$144K - $184K *
Join a dynamic team to lead the implementation and governance of an Enterprise Document Management System, enhancing digital transformation and ensuring compliance across the organization through inno...
2 days ago
$70K - $178K *
Advance the financial strategy of a mission-critical U.S. Army program by analyzing budgets, collaborating with teams, and providing data-driven insights to optimize resource allocation and project ex...
2 weeks ago
Sr. Worker's Compensation Analyst
$72K - $101K *
Optimize workers' compensation claims management by leading strategies for compliance, cost control, and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance program effectiveness and ensur...
3 weeks ago
$85K - $100K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing project efficiency and financial accuracy. As a Senior Project Analyst, you'll support leadership and manage billing operations across multiple projects, ensu...
1 week ago
PROGRAM ANALYST (DATA AND ANALYTICS)
$95K - $115K *
Champion data-driven strategies to enhance fleet readiness through innovative analytics solutions, collaborating with partners to operationalize initiatives and deliver impactful business outcomes ali...
6 days ago
Sr. Project Accounting Analyst
$85K - $100K *
Optimize project accounting processes from inception to close, ensuring compliance with policies and accurate reporting. Collaborate with management and project teams to monitor budgets, analyze finan...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Champion global tax compliance and analysis, supporting corporate tax filings, transfer pricing, and customs. Ideal for detail-oriented professionals eager to engage with diverse international tax mat...
1 week ago
Financial Analyst, Global Procurement
$71K - $119K *
Drive data governance and analytics for global procurement, enhancing reporting and insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement AI solutions and optimize operational data using Micr...
6 days ago
What does a Payroll Analyst do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.