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 - $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

$69K - $98K *

Shape the future of workforce efficiency by optimizing scheduling that balances customer demand, staffing needs, and employee preferences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance service pe...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive financial excellence by leading the finance function, optimizing cash flow, supporting profitability, and developing strategies to foster sustainable growth in a dynamic, scaling environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's vital to our sales success, coordinating product launches and customer communications while optimizing sales performance and strategy across key retail accounts in a fast-paced envi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $150K *

Join our team to provide advanced statistical analysis and data modeling for healthcare operations. You'll collaborate with stakeholders to drive strategic decisions, automate analytics, and deliver i...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Optimize enterprise business intelligence solutions by designing and developing robust Power BI environments. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance reporting capabilities, ensure data governance...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

Transform federal healthcare program delivery and team performance through strategic management and oversight of installation, outfitting, and transition projects, ensuring client satisfaction and ope...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $165K *

Shape impactful revenue cycle initiatives by leading data-driven solutions and quantitative analyses. Drive client engagement and growth through strategic insights while mentoring junior team members...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $200K *

Create and execute a strategic roadmap for data products that drive client value and revenue. Lead product lifecycle from concept to commercialization, while building a team and leveraging cross-funct...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$79K - $115K *

Optimize revenue cycle processes by analyzing data, ensuring billing accuracy, and collaborating across departments. You'll drive enhancements in financial performance while maintaining compliance wit...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Explore a pivotal role providing senior-level insights in portfolio and asset management, optimizing performance through strategic analyses, executive support, and occupancy strategies, while collabor...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$86K - $138K *

Drive successful installation and transition of voice communication systems while ensuring operational excellence. Collaborate with teams and customers to deliver seamless technical solutions, ensurin...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading accounts receivable operations, optimizing revenue cycles, and driving measurable improvements while promoting collaboration within a dedicated team focused on enhancing ca...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $135K *

Reimagine federal modernization by designing scalable, secure solutions across applications, integrations, and cloud environments while collaborating with cross-functional teams and leading architectu...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Manage the activities of a collections team, driving cash flow and productivity through effective training, oversight, and implementation of strategies to improve A/R performance and resolution of com...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in full-cycle recruitment, partnering strategically with stakeholders to enhance talent acquisition and drive an exceptional candidate experience across all levels in a dynamic, fast-p...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$115K - $120K *

Reimagine the sales process by engaging with clients as a Solutions Engineer. Leverage Wavelytics to showcase technical insights and drive impactful customer relationships, ensuring successful deal cl...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$73K - $102K *

Architect innovative SAP solutions by leveraging ABAP and Fiori skills, collaborating with teams to define problems, evaluate solutions, and enhance client value through exceptional consulting and dev...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $225K *

Lead project delivery and product management for electronic trading platforms, collaborating across teams to optimize fixed income systems, enhance user experiences, and drive innovation within a remo...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Manage and drive technical projects across engineering, operations, and manufacturing. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure timely and quality project delivery while adhering to budget constraints...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion data protection as you design and implement DLP controls across diverse platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to safeguard sensitive information and reduce data exposure risk, en...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Champion national workplace giving initiatives to enhance revenue through strategic partnerships, campaign management, and trend analysis, while collaborating across departments to maximize fundraisin...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$145K - $150K *

Join our team to engineer and optimize AWS environments for federal IT systems, ensuring high performance and compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to tackle technical challenges while mentoring j...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$186K - $255K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing innovative data solutions across batch, streaming, and real-time workloads, while driving data governance and quality initiatives within a collaborative r...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $128K *

Join a team that's redefining supply chain solutions through innovative designs, advanced data analytics, and collaborative implementation. Drive efficiency and growth while making a real impact in a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.