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 *

Take ownership of payroll operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance while leading a team to deliver timely wage payments and manage tax obligations effectively across the organization...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$78K - $101K *

Champion the management of Railroad Retirement Tax Act inquiries, ensuring compliance with RRB and IRS regulations. Oversee payroll accuracy, develop system requirements, and enhance reporting process...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$162K - $180K *

Lead payroll operations to ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across all jurisdictions. Drive process improvements and automation while supervising a team, collaborating with cross-functional...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$164K - $182K *

Optimize payroll operations by ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across jurisdictions. Lead a team, enhance processes, and collaborate with cross-functional departments to support scalable...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$177K - $196K *

Execute end-to-end US payroll operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. Collaborate with Finance, HR, and Legal to enhance payroll systems and controls while supervising the payroll t...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$182K - $203K *

Transform payroll operations by owning end-to-end processing, ensuring compliance, and enhancing systems for scalability. Lead a team, collaborate cross-functionally, and drive improvements to support...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$172K - $221K *

Optimize payroll operations by owning end-to-end processing, ensuring compliance and accuracy across jurisdictions. Lead a team, enhance systems, and drive automation to support business growth while...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $87K *

Lead the payroll team to optimize HRIS systems, ensuring accurate and compliant payroll operations while driving continuous improvements and collaboration across departments for enhanced efficiency...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $138K *

Elevate financial strategy by analyzing key performance indicators and trends. Collaborate with teams to develop budgets, forecasts, and financial models that drive informed decision-making and identi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $138K *

Transform financial insights into strategic decisions by analyzing key performance indicators and developing financial models. Collaborate with leadership to drive cost-saving initiatives and enhance...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $138K *

Drive financial analysis and reporting to support strategic initiatives, focusing on expense management and capital expenditures. Collaborate with teams to develop budgets, forecasts, and identify cos...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $138K *

Unlock your potential by analyzing financial trends and performance indicators to support strategic initiatives. Collaborate with teams to develop budgets, forecasts, and reporting, driving cost savin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $139K *

Join a team that's dedicated to overseeing payroll operations for over 1,100 employees. Lead a skilled team, ensure compliance with complex regulations, and manage sensitive financial data with precis...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Optimize payroll operations by leading cross-functional initiatives, analyzing processes, and delivering scalable solutions that enhance compliance, efficiency, and accuracy across the organization...

Ohio, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$105K - $115K *

Champion our US payroll operations and benefits programs for 500+ employees, ensuring compliance and accuracy while closely collaborating with Finance, People Ops, and partners to streamline processes...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $115K *

Develop and refine payroll operations for a growing workforce of over 500 employees. Ensure compliant and efficient processing while managing benefit administration and optimizing internal controls an...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $105K *

Optimize your career by supporting federal financial management initiatives. Engage in audit responses, internal controls, and data analysis while collaborating with diverse teams to enhance complianc...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$112K - $131K *

Elevate your career by leading complex financial analyses and strategic initiatives. As a senior contributor, you'll drive enhancements in reporting, support business decisions, and mentor team member...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$82K - $101K *

Analyze financial data to drive strategic decisions, manage asset performance, and enhance cash flow insights. Collaborate with leadership to support financial health and growth initiatives across div...

3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $120K *

Join our dynamic FP&A team to drive strategic financial planning and analysis in a fast-paced SaaS environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize performance, support decision-making, and enh...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative value-based payment strategies, leveraging advanced analytics and financial modeling to enhance care quality and affordability. Collaborate with cross-function...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$123K - $145K *

Drive efficient payroll operations while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. Lead automation initiatives and participate in financial forecasting, fostering a collaborative environ...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$94K - $115K *

Champion financial accuracy and operational efficiency by leading expense allocation processes, collaborating with finance teams, and enhancing data tools to support strategic decision-making and comp...

St. John's, NLIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$94K - $115K *

Contribute to financial controls and expense allocation by analyzing data, collaborating with teams, and enhancing operational efficiency using Oracle tools. Drive process improvements and ensure comp...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $100K *

Champion compliance across a multi-state workforce by ensuring HR policies align with laws and regulations. Collaborate with legal and HR teams to mitigate risks, support litigation processes, and enh...

1 week ago

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

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.