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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$90K - $110K *

Partner with us to drive revenue analytics, overseeing critical reporting and forecasting metrics for sales and customer success. Collaborate closely with leadership to analyze performance and optimiz...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Elevate business efficiency by analyzing processes and translating needs into innovative IT solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement effective system enhancements and ensure ali...

2 weeks ago

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

$94K - $125K *

Join a team that's optimizing global payroll solutions through Workday Payroll. Leverage your expertise to enhance HR technology, ensuring compliant and efficient operations while supporting multi-cou...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $150K *

Help us enhance our tax strategies by managing compliance, leading initiatives, and collaborating across teams. This pivotal role supports organizational goals while providing a clear path for career...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Champion payroll excellence by leading a team to ensure accurate processing, tax compliance, and exceptional internal client service while fostering a motivated and high-performing work environment...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$133K - $166K *

Champion data-driven decision-making by transforming complex datasets into insightful analytics for operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, develop dashboards, and drive self...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $110K *

Analyze financial performance and drive compliance while leading teams to optimize project funding strategies and ensure robust financial health across all reporting requirements...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Deliver expert programmatic and analytical support for information systems acquisition, ensuring compliance and coordination with stakeholders. Collaborate with senior leadership in a dynamic environm...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $122K *

Build foundational financial strategies by supporting budget processes and data management. Collaborate with senior staff to ensure efficient execution of budget plans, transaction tracking, and prepa...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping tax operations by developing analysts, enhancing reporting, and driving process improvements. Collaborate with leadership to deliver insights and strengthen results for a th...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Unlock transformative solutions as you lead high-impact Workday Payroll initiatives. With total autonomy, you'll architect complex setups and connect cross-functional systems to ensure seamless operat...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $105K *

Analyze data trends and provide actionable insights as part of a cross-functional team. Utilize statistical modeling and visualization techniques to support data-driven decision making and enhance bus...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$71K - $95K *

Innovate by analyzing and improving financial aid processes, enhancing communication systems and collaboration across departments to better serve students and ensure compliance with regulations. Drive...

3 weeks ago

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

$140K - $180K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic initiatives for North America's finance operations while engaging with senior leadership. This role offers significant influence on governance, decision-making, a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $180K *

Support the North America Head of Finance by driving strategic governance and operational priorities, enhancing decision-making efficiency, and fostering senior stakeholder engagement; a role that off...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$66K - $100K *

Lead the charge in delivering technology initiatives by analyzing business requirements and aligning them with IT capabilities to enhance operational efficiency and member experience within the credit...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $128K *

Manage tax compliance and financial reporting for a Medicare Advantage health plan. Collaborate with Finance and other departments to ensure accurate tax provisions, respond to audits, and enhance tax...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $128K *

Optimize tax compliance and financial reporting at a leading Medicare Advantage health plan. Collaborate with multiple teams to ensure regulatory integrity, drive business decisions, and enhance tax p...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$121K - $174K *

Unlock potential by joining our Finance team as a Senior Financial Analyst to drive insights and decision-making through effective budgeting, reporting, and forecasting for Sales, Services, and Market...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $95K *

Drive financial planning and analysis, support profitability goals, and provide insights for decision-making. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute budgets, forecasts, and risk assessment...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Drive a robust SOX compliance program by overseeing controls, enhancing governance, and ensuring effective reporting as the organization scales. Collaborate with teams to evaluate impacts and maintain...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Pioneer insights in cost analysis and inventory management, collaborating with multi-functional teams to enhance profitability and operational efficiency while driving continuous improvement in financ...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K *

Transform compliance management by supporting vital government programs. Analyze and implement solutions, ensuring contract adherence and process improvement in a collaborative team, while providing e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$146K *

Lead compliance initiatives in secure environments, ensuring adherence to regulations while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance processes and efficiency. Deliver high-quality results...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $106K *

Lead the charge in strategic commercial analyses, enhancing growth opportunities through data-driven insights and executive-level communication within a dynamic, collaborative environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.