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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$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to enhance operational efficiency by developing and managing financial plans. Utilize your analytical skills to drive cost management and support strategic decision-making across vario...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Transform payroll and retirement compliance processes in a dynamic, multi-state environment. Lead a team to ensure accuracy and efficiency in payroll operations while maintaining regulatory standards...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Join us in delivering strategic financial insights and enhancing global performance through advanced FP&A processes, executive communication, and systems governance. Your expertise will strengthen dec...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Innovate compensation strategies and enhance Total Rewards programs. Collaborate with HR, Finance, and business leaders to ensure competitive, equitable compensation practices that align with organiza...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$57K - $107K *

Empower the finance team by preparing and analyzing financial reports, forecasts, and reconciliations. Collaborate across departments to enhance reporting processes and support strategic decision-maki...

Markham, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $125K *

Inspire operational excellence by leading payroll, benefits, and analytics for a diverse workforce. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive strategic initiatives, ensuring compliance and delivering in...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $125K *

Optimize the intersection of People, Finance, and operations by driving payroll accuracy, benefits strategy, and people analytics insights to enhance organizational efficiency and employee value in a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $132K *

Elevate financial processes by developing automated reporting solutions, optimizing data workflows, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and accuracy in Finance operatio...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee U.S. payroll operations and general ledger activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance for 180+ employees while driving process improvements and collaborating across de...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $132K *

Champion the optimization of financial reporting and automation solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes, develop scalable data solutions, and support Finance initiative...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Drive financial planning and analysis to enhance decision-making, optimize budgets, and support strategic initiatives. Collaborate with leadership to deliver insights that improve profitability and en...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $96K *

Join a team that's enhancing Navy operations through data-driven analysis, financial assessments, and risk management. Collaborate across locations to deliver actionable insights and support mission-c...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $96K *

Unlock insights through data analysis and financial assessments to enhance Navy business operations. Collaborate with multi-location teams and government stakeholders to drive effective decision-makin...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$81K - $83K *

Optimize Accounts Payable operations by leading day-to-day activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance, and driving process improvements across Finance functions. Serve as a senior resource, coordina...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $110K *

Drive accurate payroll processing for a multi-state workforce, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and enhance payroll operations while mainta...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Analyze compensation strategies and provide expert consulting to HR teams, ensuring compliance with policies and laws. Collaborate on job evaluations and develop resources to enhance compensation prog...

1 week ago

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

$89K - $165K *

Transform business processes by leading Workday configurations and enhancements. Collaborate with HR and finance teams to optimize modules like Payroll and Absence, ensuring compliance and data integr...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion the optimization of Workday Financial Management systems, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance financial processes, reporting, and analytics...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Unlock strategic insights by driving economic analysis and improving operational efficiency across departments. Collaborate with senior management to guide labor negotiations and enhance company perfo...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$113K - $141K *

Transform financial insights into strategic recommendations, driving performance and resource optimization. Partner cross-functionally to enhance budgeting, forecasting, and analysis, ensuring alignme...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $100K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Financial Analyst, FP&A, transforming data into insights that drive strategic decisions. Collaborate with business leaders to enhance budgeting, forecasting, and report...

Brampton, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$65K - $96K *

Manage the RFP process to acquire new business and retain clients, coordinating across teams to produce compelling proposals. Success requires strong organization, communication, and collaboration ski...

Portland, ORRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$66K - $96K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing complex RFPs, ensuring accurate and compelling proposals. Collaborate across departments in a fast-paced environment to drive new business and client retention...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $95K *

Shape the future of financial analysis by providing critical support for complex transactions and month-end processes across multiple portfolios, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with GAAP s...

Markham, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$61K - $105K *

Transform business-critical applications by ensuring stability and performance. As an Analyst II, you'll investigate issues, collaborate with teams, and drive continuous improvement to enhance operati...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.