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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$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by developing financial models, analyzing budgets, and tracking funding to support strategic decision-making and federal program planning in a dynamic environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$109K - $144K *

Reimagine healthcare technology as an Application Analyst supporting Epic Professional Billing. Leverage your expertise in revenue cycle operations to optimize billing accuracy and enhance workflow ef...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $115K *

Unlock potential by driving financial insights and analytics for the Latin America market. Collaborate across functions to support strategic decision-making and enhance business performance through ef...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Champion our internal audit processes by executing IT audits, identifying risks, and enhancing control efficiency. Lead engagements, collaborate with teams, and drive improvements to ensure compliance...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$85K - $100K *

Elevate your career by driving financial system enhancements and supporting the financial close process. Collaborate with IT and finance teams to implement scalable solutions and maintain effective in...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$156K *

Join a team that's dedicated to executing project activities within the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) Workstream. This role ensures visibility and tracking of project commitments, facilitating collaboration to...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by supporting U.S. and Canadian tax compliance, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving tax efficiency in a dynamic environment. Engage in complex tax issues while e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead payroll operations by ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in payroll processes. Collaborate with administration to manage staff, audits, and reporting while implementing effective payro...

1 week ago

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

$106K - $118K *

Lead global liquidity management and banking operations, ensuring financial excellence and security. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to navigate complexities and drive impactful solutions in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$106K - $118K *

Unlock your potential as a Treasury Analyst, managing global liquidity and banking infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive financial excellence and support dynamic business ne...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $110K *

Engage with clients to implement Dayforce HCM solutions, ensuring seamless payroll integration and compliance. Leverage your expertise to configure systems, provide training, and support clients throu...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $110K *

Join us to drive financial planning and analysis efforts, owning the complete financial cycle from budgeting to forecasting. Collaborate across departments to deliver insights that influence strategic...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$81K - $95K *

Engage in comprehensive payroll and accounts payable management, overseeing operations, staff development, and compliance. Drive process improvements while ensuring timely and accurate financial trans...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Drive operational excellence by managing finance processes, month-end close, and reporting. Collaborate across teams to enhance efficiency, support growth, and ensure accurate financial insights in a...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $100K *

Unlock your potential as a Financial Analyst, driving pricing strategies and profitability analysis to support key business initiatives and enhance decision-making across the firm. Collaborate with te...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $100K *

Analyze financial data to drive pricing strategies and support business initiatives. Collaborate with teams to develop competitive proposals and conduct profitability analyses, ensuring informed decis...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$133K - $148K *

Lead the design and implementation of data governance frameworks, prioritizing complex data requirements across stakeholders. Build intelligent dashboards and analyze large datasets to deliver insight...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$108K - $130K *

Champion the lifecycle of classified information systems, ensuring optimal performance and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain system reliability and security while deliver...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $90K *

Champion operational excellence in sales processes, leveraging AI tools and strategic insights to enhance enterprise account management and drive successful deal closures within a collaborative enviro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$87K - $119K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of healthcare analytics by leveraging actuarial expertise and AI integration to drive innovative solutions and enhance decision-making in government programs...

Newark, NJRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$78K - $156K *

Empower your career by managing rebate programs, ensuring compliance, and driving revenue growth. Collaborate across teams to analyze data, provide insights, and enhance customer satisfaction in a dyn...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$78K - $156K *

Optimize rebate administration processes by collaborating across teams, ensuring compliance, and delivering timely payments. Leverage analytical skills to support revenue growth and enhance customer s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $117K *

Shape the future of tax strategy by overseeing compliance, accounting, and forecasting processes. Collaborate with a dynamic team to drive innovation and enhance transparency in tax operations while m...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Drive financial insights and reporting for North America, enhancing profitability and efficiency through data analysis and strategic forecasting. Collaborate with diverse teams to support informed dec...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$84K - $119K *

Manage financial operations by overseeing budgets, analyzing expenditures, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with teams to prepare financial plans and reports, driving efficiency and accuracy acros...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

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.