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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$85K - $125K *

Partner with us to provide critical financial analysis and technical writing support to enhance the Military Health System. Collaborate on policy research, data consolidation, and deliver concise repo...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $216K *

Lead and manage complex IT projects across the full lifecycle, utilizing Agile methodologies to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery, while coordinating with federal stakeholders and maintaining complia...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$129K - $192K *

The Workday Financials Security Senior Principal Consultant is a dynamic professional responsible for leading HCM workstreams and ensuring operational efficiency within the Workday practice. This role...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$124K - $156K *

Transform contact center operations by leveraging Genesys expertise to optimize omnichannel solutions, enhance user experience, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute strategic technic...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$93K - $187K *

Inspire patient access by educating healthcare providers on reimbursement processes. Collaborate with team members to resolve coverage challenges and improve patient access to specialty medications th...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Play a key role in enhancing our security posture by managing vulnerabilities, developing policies, and leading compliance efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvem...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $101K *

Empower business operations by translating demand into effective workforce plans. Partner with cross-functional teams to forecast, model capacity, and optimize staffing strategies ensuring alignment w...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in identifying vertical-market software investment opportunities. Collaborate with senior leadership and the M&A team to build relationships, assess potential investments, and enhance...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$148K - $260K *

Lead the charge in managing multiple Staff Counsel activities, overseeing the defense of lawsuits while guiding a team of attorneys and support staff. Ensure excellent legal representation in liabilit...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Lead complex cross-functional product initiatives, ensuring alignment across teams to achieve strategic goals, drive efficiency, and deliver exceptional business outcomes using solid program managemen...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $150K *

Shape the future of advisory practices by providing expert growth strategies and consulting support. Collaborate with advisors to enhance their business practices, leveraging your expertise to drive s...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Support our growth initiatives by driving financial operations and compliance. Collaborate with leadership to enhance financial strategies, improve processes, and develop a high-performing accounting...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$77K - $157K *

Empower clients by managing state and local tax compliance, providing guidance on multi-state tax issues, and reviewing tax returns while fostering strong relationships in a dynamic, collaborative env...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $130K *

Join us in shaping the future of payment solutions by managing the entire product lifecycle. Leverage your fintech expertise to enhance user experiences and drive strategic growth through collaboratio...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of financial systems to enhance automation, streamline data operations, and ensure seamless integrations across platforms. Collaborate cross-functionally to implement scalable solutions...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$81K - $131K *

Transform compliance by leading validation for GxP computerized systems. Ensure adherence to regulatory standards, manage documentation, and provide guidance across teams for optimal testing practices...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic growth for our Enterprise Account Management team, focusing on expanding product lines and increasing penetration within DSO partners, while ensuring operational e...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $111K *

Take ownership of sales success by creating exceptional enablement experiences. You'll design training, build market collateral, and analyze data to enhance productivity within enterprise and mid-mark...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $225K *

Advance your career as you transform organizations through Workday solutions, managing projects to enhance client decision-making. Join our innovative team focused on high customer satisfaction and co...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $225K *

Transform client processes through innovative Workday solutions. Join a dynamic advisory team and lead engagement projects, shaping organizations' decision-making with expert guidance and fostering a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Shape your career as a hands-on Salesforce expert focused on Marketing Cloud solutions. Drive the technical strategy, enhance system capabilities, and lead the Salesforce development processes to opti...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$98K - $167K *

Join a dynamic team to manage Salesforce platform operations, supporting customer applications, CI/CD processes, and incident response while ensuring compliance with best practices and security standa...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$74K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing project administration and correspondence management. You'll coordinate crucial project communications and support the Owner’s requirements while driving proc...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $135K *

Drive operational excellence by providing comprehensive support to ensure the efficiency of office functions in a dynamic environment while managing resources and facilitating smooth operations for a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$107K - $147K *

Elevate client success as you collaborate across teams to ensure system stability, enhance communication, and advocate for clients in a dynamic healthcare software environment. Your expertise will dri...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.