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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$112K - $152K *

Join a team that's transforming sales compensation processes. In this role, you'll manage commission execution while collaborating on strategic plan design, ensuring alignment with company goals and d...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in financial planning and analysis, driving budgeting, forecasting, and performance insights. Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to enhance decision-making a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in financial planning and analysis, driving budgeting, forecasting, and performance insights. Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to enhance decision-making a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Deliver strategic financial insights by leading budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis. Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to enhance financial models and support...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$58K - $125K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of finance and strategy, driving cost accounting excellence and profitability analysis. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance financial reporting a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Support our mission by providing analytical insights and advisory services to evaluate and enhance program effectiveness, ensuring projects meet their objectives and drive economic competitiveness acr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$63K - $98K *

Contribute to tax compliance and fraud prevention efforts by analyzing data, conducting investigations, and providing expert guidance. Collaborate with agencies to enhance operational effectiveness an...

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

$73K - $101K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic firm by leveraging your analytical skills to drive strategic marketing insights and optimize client engagement across diverse industries. Collaborate with talented tea...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

Transform financial data into strategic insights by collaborating with cross-functional teams. Support budget planning, forecasting, and performance analysis to drive informed decision-making and elev...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by providing financial insights and analysis that guide strategic business decisions while collaborating across departments to drive financial planning, forecasting, and performance r...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $180K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team as a Senior Business Analyst, where you'll bridge regulatory, compliance, and technology efforts to drive strategic solutions and enhance operational control...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $90K *

Engage in financial analysis and reporting to support strategic decision-making. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance financial accuracy and provide insights into performance metrics, dr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $202K *

Empower business leaders by translating complex data into actionable insights. Lead cross-functional teams, develop predictive models, and drive strategic decisions with minimal oversight, enhancing o...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$117K - $176K *

Unlock potential by leading cross-functional teams to transform complex data into actionable insights. This senior role requires expertise in analytics and healthcare strategy, driving impactful decis...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$60K - $100K *

Transform business processes by collaborating across teams, prioritizing projects, and enhancing reporting. Drive strategic initiatives, facilitate user sessions, and develop documentation to improve...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Transform the employee experience by optimizing Workday HCM solutions. Collaborate with HR and IT to enhance processes, support projects, and ensure data integrity while managing system configurations...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$79K - $115K *

Lead the charge in developing strategic executive compensation programs that attract top talent and ensure market competitiveness. Collaborate with HR, Finance, and leadership to analyze trends, desig...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$79K - $115K *

Unlock potential by serving as a strategic compensation resource, collaborating with HR and leadership to design and implement executive compensation programs that attract top talent and ensure market...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$95K - $115K *

Drive business analysis initiatives by collaborating with stakeholders to define and document requirements, ensuring alignment between business needs and IT solutions for complex enterprise projects...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$81K - $122K *

Lead the charge in optimizing manufacturing operations, ensuring safety and efficiency while meeting production targets. Collaborate with teams to enhance quality and streamline processes in a dynamic...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$81K - $122K *

Lead daily manufacturing operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality. Oversee production teams, manage schedules, and monitor key metrics to meet targets while fostering a productive work env...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$92K - $133K *

Advance treasury analysis for a multi-hospital system, focusing on cash management, liquidity forecasting, and financial risk reporting. Collaborate with various departments to automate processes and...

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading accounting transformation and automation initiatives, bridging Accounting and IT to enhance ERP systems, streamline processes, and drive project success while supporting re...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Elevate financial integrity through expert personnel expense accounting and reporting. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure accurate financial close processes and compliance with accounting standar...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$97K - $167K *

Elevate clinical trial compliance by analyzing protocols, ensuring accurate billing, and collaborating with research teams to enhance operational efficiency and regulatory adherence in clinical resear...

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  •   5 - 7 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.