Welcome to the Payroll Analyst Job Category

A Payroll Analyst is a specialized type of Financial Analyst. They work in businesses of all sizes, managing their employer's payroll. With roles varying from preparing reports for accounting purposes, calculating and processing payments, and working on new payroll policies.

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Payroll Analysts can benefit from having skills like Financial analysis, Payroll Tax, ADP Payroll, and Payroll Processing. Discover updated high paying job listings and exclusive access to jobs from top tier companies nationwide.

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$86K - $137K *

Manage complex payroll processes across North America and LATAM, driving automation and improvements while serving as a key advisor. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and enhance payr...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$77K - $105K *

Drive financial insights by analyzing and reporting on financial data, supporting forecasting and decision-making processes while collaborating across departments to enhance organizational goals and p...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $95K *

Transform IT application support by designing and implementing SAP solutions while ensuring operational readiness and efficiency within established service level agreements in a collaborative team env...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $115K *

Drive financial planning and analysis for aerospace projects, ensuring compliance and providing insights to support program success. Collaborate with leadership to enhance performance measurement and...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by delivering timely financial reports and strategic analysis for the Industrial Solutions Business Unit. Collaborate with leadership to drive financial performance and improve proces...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Oversee the complete payroll function ensuring timely and accurate employee compensation, compliance with regulations, and leading a dedicated team to enhance operational excellence and develop robust...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$171K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team to manage multi-state payroll tax compliance, ensuring accuracy in reporting and remittance while partnering with key stakeholders to enhance payroll operati...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$78K - $117K *

Analyze and support competitive compensation and benefits programs while ensuring compliance. Collaborate with HR and Finance to drive strategic initiatives and assist in decision-making for multiple...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$74K - $91K *

Drive cash flow by ensuring accurate billing, payment application, and receivables management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance the Order-to-Cash process while supporting financial c...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$97K - $115K *

Optimize human capital management processes by driving Workday system enhancements and supporting HR, IT, and business needs. Collaborate to ensure effective functionality while enhancing user experie...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $105K *

Take ownership of full-cycle multi-state payroll processing for 150 employees, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and operational excellence while supporting audits and internal controls to enhance payrol...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $90K *

Drive payroll tax compliance through expert research, teamwork, and proactive documentation. Ensure operational integrity while navigating regulations and optimizing tax systems, actively supporting a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $110K *

Join a team that's driving excellence in global payment operations. This dynamic role involves executing disbursement processes, analyzing data trends, and ensuring compliance while fostering strategi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $95K *

Transform HR analytics by turning data into actionable insights, improving reporting efficiency, and influencing HRIS design. Collaborate across teams to enhance workforce analytics capabilities and s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $115K *

Join a team that's committed to financial excellence by preparing budgets, forecasts, and reports to support project performance. Utilize your analytical skills to enhance financial planning, risk man...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $115K *

Shape financial strategies that drive program success. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide budget analysis, reporting, and solutions for complex cost accounting challenges while maintai...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K - $132K *

Analyze complex financial data, deliver strategic insights, and support leadership with budgeting, forecasting, and reporting, ensuring operational excellence and financial accuracy across departments...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $125K *

Transform the payroll and benefits administration process by delivering seamless, compliant services to support a diverse employee base. Leverage your expertise in payroll management and benefits to e...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $130K *

Shape compensation programs that attract and retain talent while aligning with business strategy. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure equity, scalability, and market competitiveness in a public c...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your data analysis skills to streamline cybersecurity operations, enhance reporting accuracy, and drive process improvements across teams for impactful decision-making a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $154K *

Transform your career by closely partnering with sales and operations teams to drive impactful sales compensation strategies and deliver analytical insights that enhance performance and operational ex...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $100K *

Optimize compensation programs by analyzing data, offering strategic insights, and collaborating with HR and business leaders. Ensure fairness and competitiveness while enhancing employee experience i...

Acheson, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Architect comprehensive financial models to support budget management and cost analysis for critical teleradiology programs. Collaborate with leadership to ensure alignment of operational performance...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $95K *

Lead the development and administration of comprehensive compensation and benefits programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals to enhance employee satisfaction and drive business success...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$81K - $104K *

Optimize HR operations by supporting recruitment, employee relations, and training initiatives. Collaborate with teams to enhance human resource programs, manage HRIS, and maintain compliance while cu...

1 week ago

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Payroll Analyst do?question toggle

    A Payroll Analyst manages an employer's payroll, prepares reports for accounting purposes, calculates and processes payments, and works on new payroll policies.

  • What skills do I need to be a Payroll Analyst?question toggle

    Key skills for a Payroll Analyst include Financial Analysis, Payroll Tax, ADP Payroll, and Payroll Processing.

  • Can I find high paying Payroll Analyst jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Yes, Ladders provides access to jobs paying $100K and up, including roles as a Payroll Analyst.