Welcome to High-Paying Payroll Specialist Jobs

Looking for premium Payroll Specialist opportunities? You're in the right place. We've curated a list of opportunities that offer $100,000 or more. These roles not only offer competitive pay, but also the chance to play a crucial role in a company's financial operations.

What Does a Payroll Specialist Do?

A Payroll Specialist ensures all employees within an organization are paid accurately and on time. They process payroll, calculate taxes and benefits, prepare reports, and play a key role in payroll audits.

Your Career Growth as a Payroll Specialist

With experience and proven abilities in payroll processing, a Payroll Specialist can advance to better positions, taking on greater responsibilities in financial management. Opportunities include Payroll Manager, Payroll Director, or even Chief Financial Officer.

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$112K - $179K *

Unlock potential by leading site readiness for new FAA airspace systems. Oversee deployments, ensuring timely upgrades and compliance while collaborating with stakeholders. Elevate operational integri...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $158K *

Join a team that drives financial analysis and strategic planning for cash flow and working capital, enabling informed decision-making across business operations. Collaborate with cross-functional tea...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Analyze employee benefits compliance risks, providing strategic advice and guidance to clients and internal teams on complex federal regulations like ERISA and ACA, while developing resources and tool...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Grow your career with us as you elevate financial integrity, analyze reports, and enhance operational efficiency. Collaborate with a high-performance team to drive impactful decisions in a fast-paced...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$57K - $107K *

Drive client engagement and business growth through proactive sales strategies and relationship-building with medium-sized companies, contributing to a dynamic and competitive sales environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$86K - $108K *

Join a team that's redefining accounting excellence by leading AR and AP operations, ensuring process improvements, and leveraging AI for innovation while managing a dedicated corporate accounting tea...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$103K - $181K *

Lead the development of high-performance Angular UIs for mission-critical applications, collaborating with backend teams. Drive the implementation of advanced features and patterns to enhance user exp...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$57K - $107K *

Drive business growth by proactively developing client relationships and closing sales. Collaborate with internal teams while leveraging consultative techniques to exceed quotas in a competitive, remo...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining treasury technology solutions globally! Contribute to implementing SAP systems, collaborating with diverse consultants, and driving business development within a dynamic...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$131K - $237K *

Partner with us to drive governance frameworks for AI systems, ensuring ethical compliance and robust performance evaluations. Collaborate with teams to deliver scalable solutions and enhance national...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

Advance your career by leading enterprise risk management and compliance assurance initiatives. Guide strategic oversight on risk identification, audits, and corrective actions while collaborating wit...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in transforming financial strategy by building scalable infrastructure, enhancing decision-making through in-depth analyses, and driving operational efficiency in a fast-paced, dynamic...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $130K *

Pioneer automation in the mainframe arena while mentoring a skilled team. Drive efficiency through Ansible expertise, ensuring optimal system performance and seamless operational workflows...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $130K *

Shape the future of Workday security as you design and implement comprehensive solutions that address evolving needs, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and enhance our security posture across F...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Lead contract activities for innovative defense projects, collaborating across departments to ensure compliance and successful outcomes. Utilize your expertise to manage risk and drive project executi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$176K *

Partner with stakeholders to define, develop, and deliver Hexagon SmartPlant Materials solutions, applying your expertise in PL/SQL and JavaScript to enhance service delivery and support effective pro...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $95K *

Transform healthcare finance by leading a dedicated accounting team. Supervise operations, ensure compliance, and partner with leaders to enhance financial reporting while driving continuous improveme...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $180K *

Lead the charge in delivering enterprise-level growth programs by ensuring alignment across all functions, driving planning and execution adherence, and managing complex initiatives for timely product...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$134K - $201K *

Join a team that's driving growth by building strategic relationships with C-Suite executives. Leverage your expertise in SaaS sales to navigate long deal cycles and deliver tailored solutions that op...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $185K *

Elevate customer experience by managing SaaS product portfolios while guiding and mentoring product managers. Drive engagement, retention, and business growth through strategic oversight and cross-fun...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$89K - $148K *

Partner with us to design and implement secure architectures for enterprise environments, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks and cybersecurity best practices through expert collaboration a...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Transform client engagement by developing key relationships with national accounts, driving compliance solution sales, and collaborating with internal teams. Utilize a hunter sales approach to achieve...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$96K - $110K *

Innovate with us to enhance applications using AI-native workflows. Join our collaborative team to implement and maintain high-quality solutions while continuously learning and growing in your softwar...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Help us ensure financial integrity and drive process improvements by leveraging your expertise in federal contracting and financial management to support organizational growth and compliance in a 100...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$125K - $165K *

Join a team that's driving scalable marketing growth through innovative strategies. As a key player, you'll optimize digital acquisition and forecast pipeline performance while anticipating industry d...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What qualifications are required for a Payroll Specialist job?question toggle

    Most Payroll Specialist jobs require a Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field. Also, experience with payroll systems and proficiency in MS Office is often required.

  • Does a Payroll Specialist need a certification?question toggle

    While not always required, a number of employers prefer Payroll Specialists with APA's Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification.