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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$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of data management by developing and maintaining electronic file interfaces. Collaborate with teams to support client implementations and ensure accuracy in systems, all while working...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $150K *

Pioneer global payroll operations, ensuring compliance and accuracy across multiple regions. Lead payroll processes and provide exceptional support as you contribute to the team’s expansion and effici...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $130K *

Partner with us to drive financial accuracy and operational efficiency, delivering insights that enhance sales growth and profit margins while leading budgeting and forecasting processes in a dynamic...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$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...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$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...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$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

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$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...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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

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

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.