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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$102K - $136K *

Optimize financial operations by executing planning, reporting, and analysis for Core Services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance accuracy and efficiency in budgeting and forecasting...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$81K - $85K *

Join a dynamic team to manage payroll processes, ensuring compliance and accuracy while supporting organizational goals. Leverage your expertise in payroll legislation and software to enhance operatio...

Cranbrook, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$98K - $144K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial leadership, insights, and decision support. Drive performance analysis, forecasting, and strategic planning to enhance business outcomes an...

Markham, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$108K - $112K *

Unlock potential by analyzing product and customer data to drive data-driven decision-making. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define success metrics, build analytical frameworks, and enhanc...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $95K *

Empower state legislators by analyzing fiscal impacts and supporting budget formulation. Collaborate with diverse teams to monitor state spending and develop expertise in public policy, ensuring infor...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by driving analytical and operational excellence to improve processes, enhance organizational effectiveness, and support decision-making through data-driven insights in a collaborativ...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Optimize HR technology solutions by partnering with stakeholders to enhance processes, ensure data accuracy, and improve user experience. Leverage your expertise in HRIS to drive continuous improvemen...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $95K *

Drive data-driven insights by analyzing and visualizing complex datasets, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance business processes and support program managers in achieving strategic goals throug...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $189K *

Elevate your career as a ServiceNow Business Analyst, bridging data analysis and IT modernization. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize workflows and enhance performance outcomes through actionab...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career with a pivotal role leading Workday Financials configurations and enhancements. Collaborate across departments to implement solutions that drive efficiency and support a dynamic fi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $132K *

Drive impactful analysis and support Navy readiness through data-driven insights, financial evaluations, and risk management initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance operational efficien...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $132K *

Advance your career by supporting Navy readiness through data analysis, risk management, and process improvement. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency and contribute...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $132K *

Transform data into actionable insights by conducting analyses that enhance Navy readiness and modernization efforts. Collaborate with stakeholders to support risk management and automation initiative...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$84K - $123K *

Shape the future of business insights by leveraging data analytics and market research to drive strategic decision-making and enhance customer experiences across diverse initiatives...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$84K - $123K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming data into actionable insights. This role combines business intelligence and market research to drive strategic decisions, enhance customer experiences, and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $135K *

Lead the charge in optimizing global sales incentive plans, ensuring accurate compensation through data management and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Drive continuous improvement and suppo...

Texas, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$89K - $118K *

Lead the charge in optimizing vendor onboarding and procurement systems. Manage workflows, enhance data accuracy, and resolve issues to streamline purchasing processes while collaborating with cross-f...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$71K - $115K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of Payroll and HRIS management, ensuring data integrity, compliance, and operational efficiency through vendor collaboration, process improvement, and analytics...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $100K *

Lead high-level financial analysis and pricing strategies, partnering with Sales and cross-functional teams to drive profitability and support decision-making through data-driven insights and recommen...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $125K *

Take ownership of program operations by managing the battle rhythm, coordinating logistics, and ensuring timely communication for leadership meetings, while tracking action items and program metrics t...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $100K *

Shape the future of financial operations by leading accounting and payroll for a dynamic healthcare organization. Collaborate with various departments to enhance processes, ensure compliance, and exec...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by managing daily treasury operations, ensuring accuracy in cash positioning and bank reconciliations while collaborating closely with finance teams. This hands-on role supports criti...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$61K - $102K *

Elevate your career by leading assurance and advisory engagements, applying data analytics to enhance audit insights, and mentoring junior staff while collaborating across business areas to identify r...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $240K *

Contribute to high-yield investment research by analyzing non-investment grade companies and supporting portfolio managers in strategic decision-making for optimal asset management and investment outc...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $96K *

Empower your career by driving payroll system optimization and configuration. Collaborate with global teams to enhance user experience and streamline processes, ensuring data integrity and effective s...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.