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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$85K - $110K *

Shape the future of investment operations by overseeing critical activities across asset finance and mortgage strategies, ensuring timely execution and collaboration with diverse stakeholders througho...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Drive impactful data solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and optimize systems. Utilize advanced analytics to provide insights and support strategic...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Unlock the potential of implementation science as a Senior Program Analyst, driving quality improvement and program evaluation initiatives. Manage processes, databases, and reporting to enhance projec...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $96K *

Lead the charge in strategic sourcing initiatives, managing the full lifecycle from requirements gathering to contract negotiation, while advising senior management on financial analysis and supplier...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $124K *

Champion data integrity and risk reporting by leveraging advanced technology tools. Collaborate with investment risk managers and technology teams to enhance reporting solutions and ensure timely oper...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $124K *

Elevate your career by leveraging advanced technology to enhance risk monitoring and reporting. Collaborate with investment risk managers and technology teams to optimize data analysis and ensure comp...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $135K *

Optimize financial performance tracking for development and manufacturing programs. Collaborate on earned value metrics, contract planning, budgeting, and reporting to ensure alignment with program go...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by enhancing our accounting processes through effective accounts payable, payroll, and month-end close activities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accuracy and compl...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $90K *

Unlock potential by leading financial reporting and analysis, enhancing processes, and mentoring junior staff. Drive month-end consolidation and ensure accuracy in financial statements while collabora...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

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

$75K - $90K *

Grow your career by transforming raw data into actionable insights that empower stakeholders, as you design and maintain Power BI reports using advanced Microsoft Fabric technology and AI tools in an...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$60K - $107K *

Advance your career as a Senior Financial Analyst, driving financial planning and analysis. Collaborate with leadership to enhance profitability through strategic insights, reporting, and process impr...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Advance warehouse operations by leading WMS support and optimization. Drive functional ownership, complex troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance system reliability and oper...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$92K - $127K *

Join our dynamic team to manage Canadian corporate tax compliance and collaborate across functions. Leverage your expertise in tax returns, vendor management, and data systems to ensure accuracy and a...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $140K *

Optimize financial forecasting and analysis by leveraging your expertise in cash flow, balance sheets, and integrated financial models. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic decis...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $140K *

Transform financial planning by developing cash flow forecasts and integrated models. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic insights and enhance decision-making processes, ensurin...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $140K *

Drive financial strategy by developing cash flow forecasts and integrated models. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance decision-making and reporting accuracy, while leading complex analy...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $140K *

Elevate financial strategy by developing cash flow forecasts and integrated models. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance decision-making and drive performance through analytics and stand...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $140K *

Unlock potential by leading financial forecasting and analysis, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive strategic decision-making and enhance business performance through data-driven insigh...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $140K *

Elevate financial strategy by developing cash flow forecasts and integrated models. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive insights and support M&A initiatives, ensuring accuracy and efficie...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team to lead financial forecasting, analysis, and reporting. Utilize advanced analytics and financial modeling to drive strategic decision-making and enhance business performance across...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team to lead financial forecasting, analysis, and strategic decision-making. Utilize advanced analytics and financial modeling to drive insights and support M&A initiatives while enhanc...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $140K *

Engage in strategic financial planning and analysis, driving cash flow forecasts and M&A budgeting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance financial processes and deliver actionable insigh...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $140K *

Transform financial planning by developing cash flow forecasts and integrated models. Partner with teams to provide insights on financial performance, lead M&A budget development, and drive process im...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by owning key aspects of month-end close while optimizing AI-driven accounting operations. Collaborate with finance teams to enhance processes and support financial reporting in a...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $90K *

Join a team that's transforming financial planning and analysis in retirement living. As a key finance partner, you'll drive strategic initiatives, deliver insights, and support growth through acquisi...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

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.