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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$66K - $106K *

Advance your career by maintaining and optimizing a critical Army network, ensuring seamless service for over a million users while tackling emerging technologies and security challenges in a dynamic...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$66K - $99K *

Transform project cost control by overseeing financial management for a diverse range of projects. Engage with stakeholders to deliver accurate reporting, facilitate compliance, and provide analytical...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $131K *

Unlock technology potential by enhancing software solutions and database management for county agencies. Utilize your programming skills to innovate and support project goals, fostering collaboration...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $93K *

Drive your career forward by leading transformation initiatives, facilitating process mapping, and utilizing Power Platform solutions to enhance operational efficiency and embed AI into workflows. Bec...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $95K *

Elevate financial management effectiveness through expert analysis, ensuring compliance and audit readiness for federal internal controls programs. Collaborate with stakeholders to improve operational...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$77K - $143K *

Champion accuracy by designing and implementing operational controls for Payroll Tax Filing, conducting audits, and enhancing compliance efforts to mitigate risks and improve service quality while col...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $114K *

Play a key role in enhancing operational efficiency by leveraging data analytics and reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive business performance and support decision-making across...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading financial reporting accuracy and technical expertise. Collaborate across divisions to enhance accounting practices and ensure compliance with GAAP while managing complex fi...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $190K *

Develop and enhance financial reporting solutions using Power BI. Collaborate with teams to analyze financial data, prepare budgets, and support execution activities for effective decision-making. Dri...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$97K - $115K *

Advance your career by leading a team focused on Derivative & Securities Operations Accounting. Drive financial accuracy, reporting and analysis while mentoring talent in a dynamic, fast-paced environ...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$97K - $115K *

Lead a dynamic team in Derivatives & Securities Operations Accounting, ensuring financial reporting accuracy and compliance while mentoring staff. Drive efficiency and integrity in accounting processe...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $110K *

Innovate financial reporting processes to enhance decision-making and ensure compliance with SEC and FERC regulations. Collaborate with business partners to analyze financial data and support regulato...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$70K - $95K *

Lead data analysis efforts to enhance reporting and decision-making capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop dashboards and data solutions, ensuring high data quality and effic...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$79K - $98K *

Elevate the management of partner compensation and financial accounting. You will prepare and analyze financial data, support tax obligations, and improve internal processes while collaborating with p...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$83K - $125K *

Shape financial operations through strategic analysis and compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance financial reporting, perform audits, and support cost evaluations. Bring leadership to a...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Take ownership of tax and cost reporting processes, ensuring compliance with IRS regulations while delivering strategic insights and optimizing operations across multiple functions for maximum efficie...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $95K *

Champion dynamic tax and cost reporting strategies by overseeing compliance, optimizing processes, and ensuring data integrity while collaborating with leadership to meet evolving client and regulator...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $110K *

Advance your career by overseeing tax information reporting and compliance, optimizing processes, and collaborating with stakeholders. Utilize your strong analytical and problem-solving skills to driv...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $95K *

Pioneer data-driven insights by analyzing and presenting data for executive decision-making, enhancing reporting processes, and developing impactful dashboards to support operational performance acros...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Empower Operations by overseeing client tax statements, IRS filings, and regulatory compliance while driving process optimization and strategic planning aligned with evolving client and regulatory nee...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$168K - $243K *

Drive financial strategy and reporting for enterprise software and AI platforms, delivering actionable insights and managing budget oversight. Collaborate closely with technology and procurement leade...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $95K *

Drive impactful financial insights by transforming data into actionable reports, enhancing executive communication, and supporting strategic decision-making through advanced analytics and process impr...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$177K - $265K *

Join us to lead payroll and timekeeping for a global workforce, ensuring compliance and accuracy while driving automation and improvement initiatives. This strategic role is pivotal in supporting comp...

Reposted yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Transform data into powerful insights as a strategic analytics partner. Elevate governance, lead complex analyses, and mentor teams to enhance enterprise decision-making and foster a data-driven cultu...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Oversee the global financial consolidation process for multiple subsidiaries, managing reporting accuracy and supporting improvements. Serve as a key liaison with international finance teams to ensure...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.