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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$89K - $148K *

Help us ensure data integrity and compliance as a Senior Data Business Systems Analyst, validating enterprise data workflows and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance data quality across critical...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $148K *

Drive data quality assurance and validation across enterprise platforms, ensuring compliance and accuracy. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data workflows and implement testing strategies for...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $148K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Data Business Systems Analyst, ensuring data integrity and compliance across enterprise platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive quality assurance...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $100K *

Transform project accounting by managing job costing, budgets, and compliance. Collaborate with project managers to ensure accurate reporting and invoicing while mentoring junior staff and enhancing a...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$81K - $141K *

Transform program financial management by overseeing cost control, forecasting, and invoicing processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial analysis and support for k...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$81K - $141K *

Join a team that's driving financial excellence by supporting program cost control and forecasting. Collaborate with managers to ensure accurate invoicing and contribute to strategic financial analysi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$81K - $141K *

Elevate program financial analysis by supporting cost control, forecasting, and invoicing for key defense initiatives. Collaborate with management to ensure accurate financial reporting and contribute...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$81K - $141K *

Drive financial excellence by supporting program cost control and forecasting. Collaborate with program managers and business leaders to ensure accurate invoicing and contribute to strategic financial...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$81K - $141K *

Transform financial analysis at a leading defense organization. Collaborate with program managers to ensure accurate cost control and forecasting for key programs, driving efficiency and strategic ins...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $134K *

Contribute to financial analysis and reporting by managing cost control systems, ensuring compliance with EVMS, and collaborating with program managers to support effective program execution and budge...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Transform business processes by providing expert support for HR Payroll systems, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholders to design solutions, manage projects, and enhance sys...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$117K - $176K *

Join a dynamic team to drive financial planning and analysis, ensuring effective cost control and budget management for critical programs. Collaborate with leadership to provide insights and support s...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $148K *

Champion data integrity and quality assurance across enterprise platforms, ensuring compliance and reliability. Collaborate with stakeholders to validate requirements and drive continuous improvement...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive the payroll and benefits processes, ensuring compliance and accuracy while enhancing employee satisfaction. Collaborate with HR and finance to align strategies and effectively manage vendor rela...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$89K - $148K *

Drive data quality and compliance by validating enterprise data workflows, ensuring accuracy and reliability across systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data governance and testing method...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team to drive purchasing processes, focusing on builder relations, financial analysis, and program growth. Your expertise will shape the future of home constructi...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$81K - $86K *

Unlock your potential as a Financial Analyst, providing vital financial insights and support to drive growth. Collaborate with teams on budgeting, forecasting, and expense analysis to enhance decision...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$96K - $120K *

Drive compensation strategies and programs, ensuring competitive pay practices and compliance. Collaborate with HR and management to analyze market data, conduct job evaluations, and support compensat...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$79K - $96K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing Workday solutions through technical support, process design, and user-friendly enhancements. Collaborate with business users and technical teams to optimize f...

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1 week ago

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

$90K - $140K *

Collaborate with us to enhance Pension Outsourcing client delivery, managing a team while translating business needs into effective operational solutions and fostering strong client relationships to m...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Support corporate financial planning and analysis by delivering detailed insights, forecasting, and process enhancements, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and accura...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize global payroll compliance by leading practices across jurisdictions, ensuring accurate operations and regulatory alignment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and enhan...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $140K *

Champion system solutions by managing a team to deliver high-quality Pension Outsourcing services, translating client needs into effective strategies and fostering process improvements within a collab...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $140K *

Lead the delivery of Pension Outsourcing solutions by translating client needs into actionable system requirements while managing a team of analysts to ensure quality outcomes within project constrain...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $140K *

Partner with us to enhance Pension Outsourcing delivery by translating complex client needs into system solutions, managing teams, and ensuring high-quality project outcomes within budget and timeline...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.