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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$92K - $186K *

Lead efforts in operational excellence by enhancing process efficiency and driving scalable growth within practice management. Collaborate with leadership to implement strategic initiatives and ensure...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$131K - $180K *

Lead the charge in expanding customer engagement with innovative Cost Management solutions by guiding teams to optimize financial performance, foster collaboration, and drive product adoption in a fas...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$72K - $93K *

Partner with us to elevate coding accuracy and compliance through professional fee audits, coder education, and workflow optimization in a fully remote, flexible environment that values quality and cu...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $140K *

Champion compensation strategy by designing, implementing, and managing competitive programs that enhance organizational talent and performance while leading a dynamic team of professionals in a remot...

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Today

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

$120K - $150K *

Champion impactful global marketing campaigns for our innovative fintech solutions. Drive strategy, collaboration, and analyze results to maximize engagement, growth, and pipeline success. Collaborate...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$184K *

Join a dynamic team to measure and ensure operational success across various Digital Platforms, enhancing data integrity and analytics while collaborating with stakeholders to deliver impactful report...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Manage the accounts payable function while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Drive efficiency in vendor set-ups, cash management, and internal controls, collaborating with teams to enh...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $90K *

Grow your career with a strategic role focusing on identifying and engaging top talent in Media, Digital Marketing, and Ad Tech. Collaborate with teams to drive sourcing strategies and build pipelines...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $160K *

Accelerate cloud adoption by developing frameworks and leading governance for the U.S. Judiciary's cloud strategy initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure successful implementation and inf...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Lead impactful analytics initiatives in Finance Operations, driving automated insights and decision-making while collaborating cross-functionally to create scalable data solutions and analytical model...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $121K *

Transform the project delivery landscape through effective planning and execution of nuclear power plant contracts. Drive project success by managing quality, cost, and timelines while ensuring compli...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Drive strategic pricing initiatives, manage complex cost models, and collaborate with diverse teams to deliver compliant proposals in a fast-paced environment. Leverage expertise in federal procuremen...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Drive transformative Workers' Compensation operations by leading a dedicated team in the oversight and enhancement of claims management, risk mitigation, and administrative processes to optimize outco...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by serving as a hands-on technical leader for urgent interventions in manufacturing plants across North America, restoring critical equipment and enhancing productivity un...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $95K *

Create strategic sales opportunities in diverse industries, engaging with C-level clients to drive HR solutions for small businesses. Manage the entire sales cycle while building strong relationships...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $95K *

Accelerate growth by driving sales success in a dynamic B2B environment. Engage businesses with 5-99 employees, building relationships, qualifying opportunities, and leveraging CRM tools to meet targe...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$67K - $95K *

Provide a pivotal role in driving sales success by building relationships, managing a diverse client portfolio, and executing a strategic sales process while exceeding performance targets in a dynamic...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$67K - $95K *

Join our dynamic sales team to drive HR solutions for small businesses, excel in consultative sales, and build strong client relationships, all while managing a diverse portfolio across multiple regio...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$67K - $106K *

Drive business growth by building and managing a robust pipeline of HR solutions, engaging C-level executives, and executing a sophisticated sales process within a designated territory, while consiste...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$67K - $95K *

Empower your career by driving business success through strategic sales. Build relationships, leverage consultative selling, and take ownership of a diverse client portfolio in a dynamic, fast-paced e...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $95K *

Partner with us to optimize enterprise applications by ensuring reliable performance and effective workflows. You'll liaise with diverse teams to enhance application integrity in a fast-paced environm...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Drive full-stack development in a dynamic Agile environment, utilizing .Net technologies to build, design, and optimize cloud-based applications while ensuring robust performance and security standard...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $175K *

Join us to drive strategic M&A initiatives in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. Collaborate with senior leadership to identify and execute acquisitions that enhance value, ensuring a pivotal...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $95K *

Grow your career with us by managing HR operations and benefits administration. Collaborate with teams, ensure compliance, and enhance employee experiences through effective onboarding, reporting, and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Drive the success of our Corporate Compliance and Privacy Program as you lead governance, risk management, and training initiatives. Collaborate with operational leaders to uphold ethical standards an...

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1 week ago

  •   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.