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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$135K - $150K *

Elevate financial operations by leading month-end close processes and ensuring compliance across global subsidiaries. Drive efficiencies, enhance controls, and partner with internal teams to enable se...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $150K *

Transform financial operations by leading month-end close activities, overseeing compliance, and enhancing cross-functional relationships. Contribute to process improvements to support growth within a...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $150K *

Empower financial excellence by managing month-end close operations across global subsidiaries, ensuring compliance and efficiency to support growth in a dynamic business environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading a global operations accounting team, overseeing month-end close activities and ensuring compliance with US GAAP and foreign regulations while working closely with cross...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $95K *

Join a dynamic Operations Emergency Response Team to stabilize and restore manufacturing operations across U.S. and Canada. This hands-on role requires urgent technical leadership in critical producti...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $132K *

Elevate your career to partner with teams in developing innovative SaaS solutions, leading projects, and leveraging advanced technologies to solve complex problems while ensuring high-quality delivery...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Drive strategic client relationships by managing high-value accounts, ensuring client retention and revenue growth through tailored solutions, cross-functional collaboration, and innovative market ins...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$89K - $148K *

Unlock potential by providing expert technical support for customers, managing case resolution, and driving collaboration with product teams to ensure positive outcomes and customer satisfaction in mo...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$93K - $139K *

Unlock your potential as a Business Analyst focusing on Workday Financials, driving financial solutions and managing service requests while collaborating closely with stakeholders to enhance reporting...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$96K - $192K *

Innovate the future of HR by enhancing Workday's Adaptive Planning solutions. Collaborate globally with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and support workforce planning strategies that elev...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $158K *

Unlock potential by leading tax compliance and strategy initiatives for growth. Collaborate with executive leadership to evaluate tax implications and implement efficient strategies, ensuring alignmen...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$84K - $125K *

Drive client satisfaction and revenue growth by managing multiple client accounts, fostering relationships, and executing sales initiatives. Utilize resources effectively to maintain market share and...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$84K - $125K *

Drive client satisfaction and revenue growth by managing relationships and sales for a diverse client base, ensuring effective communication and resource navigation for optimal service delivery and re...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$81K - $100K *

Transform paid social strategies while leading a talented team. Drive innovative campaign execution and deliver client-focused insights for optimal performance, enhancing brand visibility across diver...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $130K *

Shape the future of Sales Operations by managing Salesforce data integrity, leading forecasting processes, and optimizing compensation plans. Drive effective sales processes and enhance revenue predic...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $128K *

Join a team that's focused on enhancing national security through automation. As a vital contributor, you'll partner closely with developers and product managers, shaping automated testing strategies...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $105K *

Lead the charge in hospital billing operations by driving accuracy, compliance, and performance excellence. Manage teams and collaborate with stakeholders to optimize revenue cycle processes and foste...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$120K - $160K *

Unlock potential by driving IT transformation through innovative software solutions and agile methodologies. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance ServiceNow capabilities while supporting critical...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Optimize platform capabilities by integrating ServiceNow with FAA systems. Lead agile development practices to enhance functionality, improve workflows, and foster interoperability among stakeholders...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$68K - $110K *

Elevate our web applications by leveraging your expertise in JavaScript, TypeScript, and React. As a Senior Frontend Engineer, you will develop high-performance, maintainable UI components, ensuring s...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $186K *

Join our dynamic team to underwrite profitable property lines, manage complex accounts, and shape regional strategies while leading initiatives in risk assessment and market management to drive busine...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $180K *

Lead the governance and success of our enterprise low-code ecosystem. As a Senior Power Platform Engineer, ensure scalable, secure environments for applications and workflows, fostering innovation and...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $128K *

Engineer automated testing solutions for complex web applications. Collaborate with Agile teams to design frameworks, enhance CI/CD pipelines, and drive quality assurance, ensuring high standards acro...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $153K *

Accelerate your career as you drive innovative cloud-native solutions and scalable full-stack applications. Collaborate with clients and tech teams to enhance capabilities and solve complex challenges...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $192K *

Engage in the full sales cycle of healthcare data solutions, acting as a trusted advisor. Drive growth through collaboration, market intelligence, and strategic execution in the competitive health sys...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.