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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$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

4 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

2 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

5 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

4 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

$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...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$131K - $219K *

Engage with us to shape dynamic compensation strategies that drive enterprise growth, enhance employee engagement, and ensure compliance. Collaborate with HR leaders to tailor global rewards programs...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$165K - $235K *

Elevate the R2R practice by driving innovation and strategic client relationships. Shape transformation, ensure compliance, and mentor senior leaders while delivering excellence and fostering digital...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $216K *

Unlock potential by spearheading data engineering efforts and supporting Snowflake platform administration. Collaborate across teams to ensure optimal performance, security, and alignment with archite...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Transform data architectures and governance by designing scalable solutions, modernizing workflows, and ensuring security and data integrity. Collaborate across teams to advance data strategy and opti...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $113K *

Join a team that drives the entire proposal lifecycle, ensuring compliance and quality from initial requirements to final submission. Collaborate with sales and translate technical data into persuasiv...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $130K *

Pioneer the future of tax leadership by managing complex engagements, guiding strategic planning, and mentoring a talented team to deliver exceptional client outcomes in a fully remote environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$188K - $230K *

Elevate your career as a Lead Data Engineer, driving the development of scalable data pipelines and collaborating with analytics teams to enhance AI/ML initiatives across the organization while mentor...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Champion automation and security in the DevSecOps realm by developing and maintaining robust CI/CD pipelines, integrating innovative solutions within cloud environments, and supporting Agile teams to...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Deliver key insights in revenue recognition and finance operations. Lead ASC 606 compliance and support audits, while enhancing policies and automation for revenue processes to ensure accuracy and eff...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$84K - $132K *

Take ownership of Salesforce solutions by partnering with stakeholders to translate business needs into impactful systems. Drive technology adoption and optimize processes, ensuring a strategic approa...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $146K *

Innovate and optimize sales enablement systems to enhance performance, drive revenue growth, and ensure teams have the right tools and training, focusing on AI integration and content governance acros...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$50K - $142K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into effective process solutions, supporting end-to-end implementations and documentation for continuous improvement in healthcare o...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $108K *

Champion a data-driven approach by leading strategic operations projects that optimize processes, enhance insights, and drive revenue growth within a collaborative team focused on solving complex busi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Own, scale, and optimize our Salesforce platform, bridging HR strategy with technical execution to enhance operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and deliver effective solutions...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $140K *

Elevate your career by joining our dynamic claims team, where you'll manage complex cyber claims, collaborate with top-tier vendors, and support underwriting efforts, all while contributing to innovat...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.