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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$100K - $120K *

Transform the future of Federal HR operations by providing expert guidance in recruitment, hiring, and workforce planning, ensuring strategic alignment and operational excellence to enhance talent acq...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Oversee financial operations for manufacturing and lab networks, ensuring clarity in cost structures and aiding strategic decision-making. Collaborate closely with site leads to enhance efficiency and...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $152K *

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

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$126K - $137K *

Transform advanced engineering practices while leading teams in cutting-edge technologies. Analyze system requirements, manage budgets, and ensure mission success across programs and stakeholders for...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $112K *

Transform media relations strategy and elevate our profile by crafting compelling narratives, managing critical communications, and building strong media partnerships to effectively showcase industry...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$185K - $220K *

Transform people analytics by providing data-driven insights to enhance talent acquisition strategies and operational decision-making. Collaborate across teams to ensure accurate data modeling and inf...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's committed to transforming customer experiences by managing complex B2B SaaS implementations, ensuring seamless onboarding, and driving measurable value, while collaborating across f...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$69K - $125K *

Champion integrations by leveraging your Deltek Vantagepoint expertise to connect enterprise systems. Collaborate across teams to optimize data flow, enhance automation, and drive operational efficien...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Transform Accounts Receivable operations by leading strategic planning, directing teams, and implementing best practices. Drive continuous improvement and manage key metrics to enhance performance wit...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$86K - $138K *

Contribute to mission success by developing and optimizing web solutions, ETL pipelines, and reporting frameworks. Collaborate with teams to deliver scalable applications in an Agile environment, ensu...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Analyze complex general ledger reconciliations and regulatory filings, driving financial integrity in a collaborative team environment. Join a hands-on role suited for a CPA with extensive experience...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$73K - $117K *

Empower your career as a Senior Accountant, leveraging your financial reporting expertise. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance accounting processes while ensuring compliance with regulatory stan...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$220K - $250K *

Drive the growth of data science capabilities by establishing data foundations, leading model development, and shaping a data-first culture, collaborating across departments to enhance insights and in...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's redefining accounting solutions. Leverage your expertise to onboard new clients, optimize their finance operations, and collaborate with teams to drive impactful implementations in...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$135K - $155K *

Champion the development of cutting-edge AI applications by leveraging your Python expertise to build scalable, secure, and high-performance solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to imple...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$66K - $106K *

Join us to design and develop integrations for a next-gen AI platform while managing CI/CD and cloud operations. Collaborate across teams to ensure secure, scalable, and reliable systems that support...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion client success through strategic engagement and revenue cycle improvements, driving performance, satisfaction, and growth for enterprise partners while leading operational excellence across h...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $125K *

Join a team that drives innovation in geographic information systems while leading cross-functional developers in an Agile environment. Your expertise will enhance project management for significant m...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$98K - $163K *

Transform user experiences as a UI/UX Engineer, blending design and engineering in Agile sprints. Create visually polished, accessible interfaces and enhance our design system through collaboration, e...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Shape learning experiences by delivering impactful training for associates and clients. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance curricula and drive performance, leveraging adult learning principles a...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

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

$77K - $83K *

Join a team that's passionate about coding excellence! Leverage your 3+ years of acute care inpatient coding experience to contribute to quality and compliance in a fully remote, flexible work environ...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$77K - $110K *

Transform business challenges into efficient software solutions. Collaborate with teams to develop automation tools using modern technologies, ensuring best practices in a dynamic environment that fos...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $115K *

Engineer effective Adobe Workfront Fusion automations and integrations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into solutions, troubleshoot issues, and optimize workflows to...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Partner with us to lead the strategic integration of Managed Services acquisitions, ensuring operational maturity while maintaining customer relationships. Drive transformation across teams, guiding c...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$136K *

Contribute to high-level administrative support for senior government officials. Manage complex schedules, correspondence, and travel arrangements while ensuring the efficient operation of the Bureau...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

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.