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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$98K - $140K *

Unlock financial insights by managing payments processing operations, focusing on transaction economics and merchant profitability. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance efficiency and drive strate...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $86K *

Partner with us to drive financial insights and optimize sales performance. In this role, you'll manage budgets, reconcile expenses, and enhance reporting processes, ensuring data-driven decisions tha...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Optimize academic payroll processes across multiple biology units, ensuring compliance and accuracy in personnel actions. Collaborate with various departments to support faculty and academic staff, wh...

1 week ago

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

$133K - $163K *

Drive financial analysis and reporting to enhance business performance. Oversee processes, manage junior analysts, and ensure compliance with GAAP while identifying opportunities for improvement acros...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$63K - $140K *

Transform financial planning processes by designing and maintaining Anaplan models. Collaborate with FP&A teams to translate business needs into scalable solutions, ensuring accurate data integration...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$86K *

Drive financial excellence by supporting budget reconciliation, forecasting, and analysis. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance reporting accuracy and develop strategic financial models, ensuring...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $90K *

Join our team to oversee payroll functions, ensuring accurate processing and compliance across multi-state operations while collaborating with various departments to enhance efficiency and customer se...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in financial reporting and analysis, ensuring accurate monthly closes and compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver insights and support strategic decision-making in a dynam...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $105K *

Drive strategic financial analysis and business partnerships, delivering insights and guidance to support decision-making. Leverage advanced analytical skills to enhance financial performance and ment...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $105K *

Champion financial analysis and strategic guidance, partnering with leaders to drive informed decisions and enhance business performance through actionable insights and robust forecasting...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $105K *

Transform financial insights into strategic decisions by partnering with business leaders. Leverage your analytical expertise to drive performance, enhance processes, and mentor junior analysts while...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Transform financial performance through advanced forecasting, budgeting, and analysis. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives and optimize reporting for a growing renew...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$83K - $102K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team focused on data-driven project controls. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to develop automated data flows and insightful dashboards, enabling i...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$87K - $162K *

Partner with us to drive financial accuracy and performance in aerospace and defense. Engage with cross-functional teams to develop forecasts and budgets while identifying risks and opportunities for...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$87K - $162K *

Optimize your career as a Financial Analyst, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance financial performance and drive key initiatives in a dynamic aerospace and defense environment. Make a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Optimize financial management processes by providing strategic insights and analysis. Collaborate with Program Managers to enhance budget oversight, forecasting, and performance metrics, ensuring oper...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform data into actionable insights by analyzing complex datasets, identifying trends, and supporting decision-making across business units. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance portfolio perf...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $90K *

Join our team as a Payroll & Accounting Specialist, managing payroll operations and supporting financial activities. You'll ensure accuracy, collaborate across departments, and enhance processes in a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Help us optimize financial operations by managing Workday configurations, supporting month-end processes, and ensuring data integrity across finance modules. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to...

Markham, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate payroll operations by leading a multi-state team, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and continuous improvement. Collaborate with Finance and HR to enhance processes and support organizational gro...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by supporting audit processes and operational controls. Collaborate with teams to enhance financial compliance and reporting, ensuring effective execution of audit campaigns and...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $96K *

Transform financial operations by analyzing budgets, tracking expenses, and collaborating with departments to ensure effective resource allocation. Drive strategic financial planning and reporting for...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $85K *

Transform financial data into actionable insights by supporting FP&A activities, including forecasting, reporting, and expense management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to influence strategi...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Transform payroll operations by managing multi-state payroll processing, ensuring compliance, and enhancing systems. Collaborate with HR and finance to streamline processes while maintaining accuracy...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of payroll operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance while leading a team to deliver timely wage payments and manage tax obligations effectively across the organization...

United StatesRemote

2 days 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.