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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$145K - $170K *

Transform revenue operations by analyzing and optimizing our revenue engine. Collaborate across departments to drive actionable insights, enhance forecasting accuracy, and reconcile performance metric...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $150K *

Champion innovation by designing and developing custom solutions with Microsoft Power Platform. Partner with stakeholders to implement transformative applications, automate processes, and enhance data...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in transforming customer estimations with innovative solutions. Collaborate closely with clients to ensure smooth transitions and successful adoption of new technologies, driving excep...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

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

$63K - $128K *

Unlock your potential by providing essential support to a diverse client portfolio, enhancing customer satisfaction and retention, and collaborating with internal teams to drive successful outcomes an...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$103K - $181K *

Lead the charge in ensuring industrial control systems operate safely and effectively, collaborating across teams to validate control strategies and support government defense projects through compreh...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $90K *

Engage with key partners to develop strategic networks accelerating growth opportunities. Proactively drive relationship management and implement innovative solutions in a fast-paced environment to ma...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$68K - $103K *

Unlock potential by leading cross-functional efforts to enhance life insurance operations, driving efficiency through process improvements and strategic initiatives that transform business priorities...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $154K *

Lead the charge in enhancing safety and quality standards; administer the Risk Program and conduct audits, assessments, and training. Collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure compliance and imp...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Optimize the employee lifecycle by leading a global team focused on enhancing People Operations and experience while ensuring compliance and data integrity across regions, driving a cohesive and effec...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive enablement and coaching for the Revenue organization, crafting impactful programs and playbooks for BDRs, AEs, and CSMs. Partner cross-functionally to enhance sales effectiveness, while owning s...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$166K - $195K *

Lead the charge in building and owning tax and treasury infrastructure. Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, manage banking relationships, and develop scalable processes as we nav...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $140K *

Contribute to optimizing project performance tracking for global data center construction. Collaborate with teams to gather, analyze, and report on project data, developing KPIs and tools that enhance...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$170K - $195K *

Champion the development of integrated go-to-market strategies, lead cross-channel marketing programs, manage pipeline metrics, and mentor a high-performing team in a dynamic, revenue-focused environm...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $205K *

Drive success in large-scale nuclear projects by managing design and construction teams, ensuring timely deliveries and effective client communication, and maximizing budget adherence while prioritizi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Create impactful turnaround strategies as a key leader in restructuring services, guiding teams in the automotive sector to maximize stakeholder value through strategic planning, financial modeling, a...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$185K - $259K *

Engage your career with a forward-thinking role that shapes financial communications, integrating strategy with technology to elevate brand narratives and capture investor interest while driving growt...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$137K - $167K *

Grow with us by leveraging your sales expertise to enhance customer relationships and drive strategic add-on solutions within existing accounts, ensuring customer satisfaction and partnership from day...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $105K *

Drive operational excellence by optimizing administrative processes and delivering key insights to support diverse global teams. Champion best practices in a collaborative environment focused on creat...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $100K *

Unlock your potential as a key member of a dynamic People & Culture team, driving innovative recruiting strategies, fostering strong candidate relationships, and enhancing our employer brand while col...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$63K - $101K *

Join a team that's shaping the future by driving talent acquisition efforts. Partner with leaders to identify top talent, enhance candidate experiences, and elevate our brand in recruiting exceptional...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$146K - $234K *

Lead the migration of IAM data to a modern platform, ensuring accuracy and security throughout the process. Collaborate with multiple teams while managing technical risks, operational support, and com...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K - $105K *

Engage in financial management for client portfolios, driving project accounting, revenue recognition, and compliance. Collaborate across teams while mentoring junior staff and enhancing workflows. Yo...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$107K - $204K *

Empower the financial planning process by leading program controls and analysis efforts to optimize project performance. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and enhance earned value management...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$126K - $173K *

Partner with us to drive sales growth and enhance customer relationships through data-informed territory management. Leverage your clinical expertise and sales experience to promote innovative healthc...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving innovative solutions in IT sales, developing enduring client relationships. You'll identify business opportunities, strategize for goals, and collaborate closely to ensure c...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.