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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$82K - $94K *

Develop expertise in safety services, advising diverse clients on loss prevention and compliance. Manage client relationships, conduct assessments, and implement effective safety programs while ensuri...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $200K *

Transform your career by leading innovative data and AI solutions, partnering with diverse teams, and driving technology evolution. You'll manage complex engineering initiatives, enhance analytics app...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Shape the future of our Solutions team by leading and mentoring diverse engineers, enhancing collaboration, and driving regional success while fostering a thriving culture of innovation and excellence...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $130K *

Shape digital strategies and client solutions by leading data management implementations, enhancing performance, and driving value from analytics across capital programs in a consultative environment...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $110K *

Shape the future of enterprise project management by effectively leading multiple mid to large-scale projects. Ensure seamless implementation and exceptional client satisfaction within a fast-paced te...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$77K - $120K *

Optimize project management for key infrastructure initiatives, ensuring timely execution and compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver high-quality engineering solutions and drive strategi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading digital transformation initiatives that optimize data strategies, enhance project management processes, and drive value for clients, while closely collaborating with teams...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$104K - $169K *

Lead complex commercial credit transactions, managing a portfolio while analyzing risks and structuring loans. Enhance junior team members' development through mentorship, ensuring sound credit decisi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping transformative Workday HCM solutions. As a senior leader, you'll drive projects, mentor talent, and enhance HR strategies to ensure scalable and compliant systems that meet...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $180K *

Lead global strategic sales initiatives by managing complex sales cycles, nurturing C-Suite relationships, and delivering profitable revenue growth for a leading tax compliance platform across diverse...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$81K - $168K *

Unlock efficiencies as a key player in international accounting. Oversee compliance and financial integrity for subsidiaries while leading automation initiatives in a tech-forward finance environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $135K *

Lead the charge in transforming payments operations by overseeing execution, compliance, and team development. Drive operational excellence, enhance customer experience, and manage high-performing tea...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$142K - $240K *

Engage as a Solution Engineering Manager to lead a high-performance team, driving impactful sales strategies and product presentations within the Identity Governance market while collaborating with in...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $110K *

Join the People Operations team as a Senior Analyst, driving HR processes across global tech companies. Manage data integrity, payroll, reporting, and onboarding, ensuring seamless HR operations in a...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $190K *

Transform and streamline accounting operations by leveraging AI to enhance accuracy and efficiency across a diverse brand portfolio, driving measurable improvements in closings and reconciliations whi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $160K *

Elevate your career by driving strategic partnerships and solutions that connect technical capabilities to impactful business outcomes while enabling partner success in a dynamic SaaS environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$98K - $138K *

Lead the implementation of Appian solutions while guiding clients through technical complexities. Contribute to process improvements, mentor team members, and apply advanced design principles to ensur...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$165K - $253K *

Lead and manage complex nuclear projects while fostering strong client relations. Bring your expertise in nuclear operations and project management to ensure successful execution from planning to clos...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$128K - $160K *

Join our team as a Senior Account Program Manager to enhance customer satisfaction and drive value through strategic partnerships and active engagement with our Federal customers, ensuring seamless im...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Grow your career with impactful projects in Cloud infrastructure, driving measurable value for top technology clients. Collaborate with experts to design, automate, and maintain secure GCP platforms t...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$171K - $198K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building scalable software solutions impacting major merchants. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive innovation while mentoring fellow engineers and enhancing fulfil...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the modernization of enterprise data architectures by designing scalable data models and migrating systems to relational databases, while ensuring data quality and performance optimization for mi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $124K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing application performance and reliability. Collaborate with various stakeholders to support, troubleshoot, and enhance enterprise systems, ensuring seamless op...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $162K *

Join a team that defends lawsuits in Texas courts, providing legal expertise in insurance defense. Collaborate on legal research, drafting documents, and managing case-related tasks while ensuring com...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $170K *

Champion the deployment of cutting-edge AI Agent solutions that enhance customer experiences. This dynamic role involves collaboration, project leadership, and blending insights to drive impactful res...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.