Welcome to the Payroll Analyst Job Category

A Payroll Analyst is a specialized type of Financial Analyst. They work in businesses of all sizes, managing their employer's payroll. With roles varying from preparing reports for accounting purposes, calculating and processing payments, and working on new payroll policies.

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Payroll Analysts can benefit from having skills like Financial analysis, Payroll Tax, ADP Payroll, and Payroll Processing. Discover updated high paying job listings and exclusive access to jobs from top tier companies nationwide.

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$94K - $141K *

Support financial performance by leveraging expertise in ASC 842 lease accounting. Collaborate on reporting, compliance, and audits while driving process improvements across teams to enhance operation...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $110K *

Engage in developing innovative business systems software. Play a key role in analyzing, designing, and implementing complex projects while providing technical guidance and fostering collaborative sol...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that provides technical direction in developing innovative business systems solutions, responsible for complex programming projects and collaborating with users to enhance operational effi...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $115K *

Unlock potential by transforming data into insights that guide strategy for Paramount+. Collaborate across teams to enhance subscriber experiences and drive content performance for a leading streaming...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$75K - $95K *

Join a dynamic finance team to oversee daily accounting operations, ensure accuracy in financial reporting, manage accounts payable and receivable, and lead process improvements while mentoring your t...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping scalable accounts payable processes for rapid growth. Lead day-to-day AP functions, mentor staff, and optimize Yardi workflows while ensuring compliance and supporting strat...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$81K - $121K *

Contribute to strategic IT financial management by conducting forecasting, variance reporting, and executive-level financial updates, while partnering with IT leadership to enhance budget performance...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Elevate your career by leading our organization’s benefits and payroll strategies! Drive continuous improvement, ensure compliance, and foster a high-performing team while providing exceptional suppor...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $125K *

Lead the charge in driving high-quality master data management solutions. This role requires technical expertise and analytical skills to optimize and implement MDM tools, ensuring data integrity acro...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $90K *

Shape equitable compensation programs by conducting impactful market analyses, ensuring compliance, and delivering strategic insights. Collaborate with industry experts to support diverse clients and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $90K *

Explore your potential as you collaborate with experts to build competitive compensation programs, ensuring alignment with legal standards and enhancing client success in a dynamic consulting environm...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and implement ERP solutions, optimizing systems via ABAP and Java. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance business processes, manage technologies, and delive...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $154K *

Advance operational excellence by leading the standardization and rationalization of alert management processes, ensuring actionable alerts, improved operational coverage, and enhanced incident respon...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $135K *

Optimize global tax provision processes by preparing comprehensive analyses and complying with federal and state regulations. Collaborate with management to enhance accuracy and efficiency in tax acco...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$105K - $131K *

Shape the future of finance in a dynamic FP&A role. You will support capital investment decisions, evaluate opportunities, and partner with teams to enhance budgets and forecasts, providing actionable...

Victoria, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $95K *

Create and maintain complex statistical models using Python, SAS, and SQL to support data-driven decisions. Develop high-quality visualizations and communicate insights from intricate datasets through...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$69K - $119K *

Support financial reporting processes by analyzing results and adhering to US GAAP. Engage with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment, enhancing month-end and year-end reporting while con...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $110K *

Engage with a dynamic team to deliver critical analysis and strategic support, driving commercial effectiveness in fast-paced scenarios. Collaborate on high-priority projects, optimizing business perf...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $128K *

Drive advanced financial analysis and reporting to guide strategic initiatives across diverse healthcare sectors. Collaborate cross-functionally and mentor staff while ensuring regulatory compliance a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Innovate within the property valuation arena, leveraging AI tools to streamline appraisal review, manage appraiser relationships, and structure loans effectively for diverse financing products, all wh...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$218K *

Engineer innovative data solutions that transform financial services. Partner with clients to enhance data management through advanced architectures and analytics. Lead diverse teams, deliver client e...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$76K - $109K *

Contribute to quality improvement initiatives by analyzing data and generating insights for diverse healthcare programs. Collaborate with stakeholders to track progress, enhance reporting, and drive i...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $128K *

Explore a dynamic opportunity leading financial analysis and reporting, driving strategic initiatives across multiple service lines, and providing critical insights to senior leadership. Collaborate a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $128K *

Deliver advanced financial analysis and insights to influence strategic decisions. Lead budgeting, capital planning, and compliance efforts, while mentoring staff and driving process enhancements acro...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $128K *

Partner with us to lead advanced financial analysis, driving strategic insights and improvements for healthcare operations. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance decision-making and support organi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Payroll Analyst do?question toggle

    A Payroll Analyst manages an employer's payroll, prepares reports for accounting purposes, calculates and processes payments, and works on new payroll policies.

  • What skills do I need to be a Payroll Analyst?question toggle

    Key skills for a Payroll Analyst include Financial Analysis, Payroll Tax, ADP Payroll, and Payroll Processing.

  • Can I find high paying Payroll Analyst jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Yes, Ladders provides access to jobs paying $100K and up, including roles as a Payroll Analyst.