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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$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...

1 week ago

  •   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...

6 days ago

  •   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...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$97K - $145K *

Transform clinical trial billing compliance by analyzing protocols, ensuring regulatory adherence, and collaborating with research teams to enhance operational efficiency and reimbursement processes f...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$91K - $108K *

Contribute to financial planning and analysis by supporting budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes. Collaborate across teams to ensure data accuracy and integrity while enhancing financial mo...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$160K - $180K *

Elevate compensation strategies by leading program design and analytics, serving as a trusted advisor across teams. Drive data-driven decisions and automate workflows to ensure scalable, equitable com...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $180K *

Transform compensation strategies by leading program evolution and analytics. Collaborate with HR and cross-functional teams to ensure equitable, data-driven compensation practices that scale with bus...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $105K *

Lead the development and implementation of equitable compensation practices, conducting market analysis and job evaluations. Serve as a trusted resource for HR and city leadership, providing actionabl...

2 weeks ago

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

$82K - $92K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of rail service in North America. As a Junior Rail Service and Operations Planner, you'll support innovative projects, analyze data, and create compelling visual...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$82K - $92K *

Help us shape the future of rail service by supporting planning projects, analyzing data, and creating compelling visual outputs. Collaborate with senior planners to enhance passenger and freight rail...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$78K - $109K *

Lead the charge in managing payroll operations for a diverse municipal workforce, ensuring accurate compensation and compliance with regulations. Collaborate with HR to resolve discrepancies and enhan...

6 days ago

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

$85K - $107K *

Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the organization, aligning projects with business strategies. Analyze results, coach teams, and establish metrics to ensure program success and process...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to leverage analytical tools for proactive monitoring and early failure identification in refinery operations, enhancing reliability and efficiency across multiple units...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$500K+*

Drive financial planning and analysis for cost accounting, ensuring accurate reporting and strategic insights across the Americas. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance processes and support busin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $90K *

Support cybersecurity initiatives by monitoring threats, conducting assessments, and collaborating with teams to enhance security posture. Contribute to incident response and compliance efforts while...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity measures. In this role, you'll monitor threats, conduct assessments, and collaborate with stakeholders to protect organizational assets and impr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$87K - $136K *

Advance your career by leading the design and implementation of complex SAP solutions. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure enterprise systems align with business objectives while maintaini...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$88K - $105K *

Empower your career by driving strategic compensation and benefits initiatives. Collaborate with HR, finance, and legal teams to analyze data, ensure compliance, and enhance total rewards programs tha...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$114K - $124K *

Lead payroll operations by ensuring accuracy and compliance while fostering strong client relationships. Collaborate with teams to implement best practices and drive results in a dynamic, supportive e...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$82K - $110K *

Elevate your career by partnering with finance leaders to drive critical financial planning, analysis, and reporting initiatives. Leverage your analytical expertise to improve financial visibility and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to safeguarding enterprise technology and operations. As an IT Security Analyst, you'll assess risks, respond to incidents, and implement security strategies to protect ag...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to safeguarding enterprise technology and operations. As an IT Security Analyst, you'll conduct risk assessments, manage security incidents, and implement robust cybersecu...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Transform the cybersecurity landscape by safeguarding enterprise technology and operations. Lead risk assessments, incident response, and security strategy implementation to protect against evolving t...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming business needs into effective system solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders and technology teams to analyze requirements, enhance processes, and deliver...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.