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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$100K - $155K *

Analyze business needs to enhance Salesforce functionality, streamline processes, and improve customer experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, validate solutions...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$86K - $108K *

Join a team that's dedicated to financial excellence, supporting cross-departmental initiatives and providing key insights through analysis, reporting, and collaboration to enhance fiscal accountabili...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Transform operational processes by identifying inefficiencies, spearheading enhancements, and leveraging automation to optimize results across cross-functional teams. Engage stakeholders to drive init...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Analyze and create forward-looking credit research insights to drive alpha in fixed income portfolios. Collaborate with global teams in evaluating non-bank financials and support investment decisions...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform client experiences by leading Workday Payroll projects while coaching junior consultants. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create effective solutions and ensure project success wit...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Unlock the power of data by designing robust analytics models that drive insightful business decisions. Collaborate with stakeholders to create reusable structures, ensuring high-quality data and cons...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$147K - $173K *

Optimize financial reporting by aligning with IFRS standards while driving compliance. Join a dynamic team to enhance accounting processes and improve data integrity, ensuring operational efficiency a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$146K - $161K *

Optimize global financial reporting and forecasting by synthesizing data, leading process improvements, and providing strategic insights for executive-level decision-making and organizational growth w...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Drive comprehensive financial analysis and strategy initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency, forecasting, and performance metrics. Collaborate with senior management to deliver insights that sha...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $114K *

Inspire a culture of safety and efficiency by managing the City's workers' compensation and insurance programs, overseeing claims administration, and providing support to stakeholders while ensuring c...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$75K - $90K *

Unlock potential by analyzing and validating healthcare provider data, ensuring accuracy and compliance across systems, while supporting credentialing, roster management, and process improvements...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$86K - $137K *

Accelerate your career as a detail-oriented Data Analyst, focusing on data analysis, visualization, and governance within a fast-paced technology environment. Collaborate with teams to drive data inno...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$68K - $113K *

Transform the compliance landscape by supporting Energy Management System (EMS) and Protection & Controls (P&C) activities, ensuring adherence to NERC CIP standards, and contributing to continuous imp...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$101K - $152K *

Transform financial operations by developing pro formas and enhancing budget processes. Collaborate with strategic teams on analysis and forecasting to deliver insights and optimize financial models f...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$109K - $134K *

Champion innovative compensation solutions that align with business goals and support leadership. This role drives analysis, project management, and offers valuable insights to improve compensation po...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Engineer innovative programming solutions by leading a skilled team, developing enhancements, and ensuring timely project completion while upholding high-quality standards and client satisfaction in e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to supporting Navy program management efforts. As a Program/Financial Analyst, you'll engage in budget execution, financial oversight, and coordination, ensuring optimal f...

1 week ago

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

$83K - $94K *

Pioneer financial strategies by overseeing budgeting, reporting, and compliance. Collaborate with management and stakeholders to optimize resources, mentor staff, and drive improvements across diverse...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$83K - $94K *

Drive financial excellence by providing strategic analysis and support across multiple programs, enhancing budgeting processes, monitoring compliance, and collaborating with stakeholders to optimize f...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Tackle business challenges as an experienced analyst, enhancing services through technology and process improvements. Act as a bridge between IT and departments, ensuring solutions align with organiza...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering tailored Salesforce solutions. Leverage your business analysis skills and collaborate with clients and our internal teams to drive success and innovation thr...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$79K - $114K *

Elevate mental health service oversight by analyzing and monitoring provider agreements to ensure compliance and enhance care access for the Los Angeles County community, while collaborating across te...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $95K *

Shape the future of finance in a dynamic entertainment business, driving analysis, supporting budgets, and collaborating cross-functionally across Film and TV divisions. Leverage advanced tools and fo...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$63K - $97K *

Lead quality improvement in coding and documentation by conducting audits, educating providers, and ensuring compliance with standards to enhance accuracy, reduce errors, and optimize revenue cycle pe...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your analytical skills to support financial decision-making. Collaborate across teams to enhance processes and reporting, driving efficiencies and delivering insights fo...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.