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 - $140K *

Drive the evolution of our platform as a Senior Platform Engineer, enhancing reliability, scalability, and security in a dynamic environment. Lead technical initiatives, support cloud systems, and ena...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $110K *

Lead the optimization and reporting for Workday Compensation solutions, driving data analytics and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver efficient, accurate compensation processes that...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Drive global payroll excellence by overseeing operations across multiple countries. Lead, improve processes, ensure compliance, and develop a high-performing team to enhance employee experience and or...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$65K - $105K *

Engage with senior leadership to drive data-driven decision-making, optimizing sales operations through advanced analytics, predictive modeling, and automation. Leverage expertise in SQL and BI tools...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$66K - $104K *

Join a team that's dedicated to shaping innovative network solutions and delivering outstanding external events. Leverage your expertise in telecom and OSS governance to drive project success and ment...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$99K - $129K *

Drive accurate revenue accounting and billing operations under IFRS 15/ASC 606. Ensure compliance, data integrity, and process improvements while collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$128K - $168K *

Drive transformational payroll operations and lead a dynamic team to ensure precision, compliance, and continuous improvement in a global environment, leveraging Workday expertise for innovative solut...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing healthcare quality by leveraging your engineering skills. Contribute to vital systems at CMS, focusing on data integration and user experience while fostering...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $170K *

Lead the charge in managing a strategic portfolio of product initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive successful project delivery while aligning with company goals and stakeholder...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$83K - $112K *

Shape the future of client onboarding within a growing PEO business, collaborating with a high-performing global team to simplify complex HR processes and drive success in a fast-paced, evolving envir...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $135K *

Join a team that's driving financial excellence by providing strategic analysis and insights across technology and product functions, leading budgeting and forecasting efforts, and enhancing reporting...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$77K - $132K *

Join a team that's responsible for global payroll operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance across multiple regions. You'll manage processes, direct reporting, and support audits while enhancing pa...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $125K *

Champion a diverse global workforce by resolving complex HR issues, ensuring compliance, and enhancing employee relations. Drive seamless onboarding, payroll, and policy administration while supportin...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $125K *

Transform our HR function by supporting a diverse global workforce, managing complex employee relations, payroll, and compliance across multiple jurisdictions, while ensuring efficiency and alignment...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$84K - $99K *

Drive treasury operations and cash management initiatives across multiple entities, focusing on loan administration, ABL, and efficient cash movement. Collaborate with Finance and Accounting leaders t...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $110K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic firm by managing month-end close and consolidated reporting. Collaborate with teams on technical accounting in a fast-paced environment while utilizing cutting-edge ac...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$70K - $95K *

Optimize your legal and investment expertise as you analyze and support litigation finance portfolios. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to track and evaluate investments, offering insights in a...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$124K - $156K *

Champion financial reporting solutions while driving customer engagement and growth. Collaborate with sales teams to deliver value and support migration strategies, ensuring seamless integration and e...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$124K - $163K *

Accelerate progress at a developer-centric platform by designing and implementing a robust CI/CD ecosystem and Internal Developer Portal to enhance software delivery, empower teams, and standardize au...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$91K - $135K *

Empower legal teams by expertly managing e-billing processes, resolving issues, and ensuring compliance with client guidelines in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while supporting complex clients...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$135K - $216K *

Empower data-driven decisions by leading the design and development of robust data models. Drive strategic data planning and ensure effective data management for enhanced business intelligence and ope...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Engage in application support for SAP clients, delivering expert consultancy, managing support tickets, and ensuring high-quality code and documentation while fostering effective communication and col...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$170K - $180K *

Drive commercial legal strategies by overseeing contract negotiations, fostering collaboration across teams, and enhancing processes to align business objectives with legal agreements. Lead projects t...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$76K - $115K *

Champion strategic financial oversight across diverse research and academic operations, managing $31M in expenditures and $7.5M intercompany revenue. Collaborate with leadership to ensure compliance...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

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

$115K - $120K *

Grow your career by managing and analyzing project performance to ensure strategic objectives are met. Utilize best practices in program execution and Earned Value Management in this impactful role wi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.