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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$133K - $183K *

Contribute to the design and development of advanced backend systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product offerings and ensure operational excellence in a fast-paced envi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing finance solutions, managing NetSuite projects for innovative clients. Leverage your accounting and ERP expertise to lead implementations, enhance processes, and driv...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$91K - $147K *

Join a dynamic team to lead data-driven insights for innovative medical solutions. This remote role focuses on market analysis, portfolio strategy, and leveraging AI tools, aiming to optimize decision...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$157K - $210K *

Unlock innovative solutions in complex healthcare accounts by collaborating with stakeholders to drive consensus and streamline technology integration, enhancing business performance and customer enga...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $150K *

Empower your career by leading a team dedicated to innovating viable V&S offers. Drive strategy, align cross-functional teams, and optimize portfolio performance to enhance market success and customer...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$87K - $157K *

Optimize PA governance by leading enterprise initiatives, ensuring strategic alignment, managing multiple projects, and driving measurable results through effective collaboration and data-driven decis...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$215K - $230K *

Lead the charge in driving growth and performance within the Corporate sales sector. Manage a team of Account Executives, develop talent, and shape go-to-market strategies to secure enterprise clients...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $125K *

Oversee financial practices by managing monthly close duties and accounting processes. Collaborate with leadership and teams to strengthen financial controls, coach staff, and lead audits, ensuring ti...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Innovate by maintaining and optimizing CICS and MQ production environments. Utilize advanced troubleshooting and configuration skills to ensure 24/7 system availability and performance, while supporti...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $133K *

Unlock potential by leading incident response and digital forensics efforts. As a hands-on expert, you'll enhance security protocols while mentoring teammates and driving innovation to strengthen thre...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design, develop, and deploy software solutions that integrate data synchronization into operational tools, enhancing user productivity and response in dynamic environments throu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$154K - $250K *

Transform our global benefits strategy by leading a high-performing team, optimizing employee wellness offerings, and acting as a strategic advisor to executives while managing our benefits budget and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Drive transformative data and analytics solutions in healthcare, collaborating with clients to address complex reporting and integration challenges, while utilizing cutting-edge technologies to enhanc...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative data and analytics solutions for healthcare clients. Utilize your technical expertise to solve complex challenges, enhance reporting capabilities, and drive au...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $170K *

Join a team that's guiding clients through full lifecycle Oracle Cloud HR implementations, ensuring quality and integration across modules while mentoring junior resources and managing stakeholder rel...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $180K *

Contribute to client success by providing expert tax planning and compliance services, managing team performance, and fostering strong client relationships to maximize financial opportunities and ensu...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $100K *

Join a proactive team where you'll lead audits for Not-for-Profit and governmental clients. Utilize strong analytical skills and client relationship expertise to enhance service delivery and drive bus...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

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

$120K - $160K *

Manage client success by guiding implementation and driving value from identity verification solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance customer experience, optimize adoption, and ensure strategic...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $180K *

Join a team that's committed to excellence in accounting by managing client relationships and delivering strategic tax recommendations, all while mentoring a skilled team in a flexible, fully remote e...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $180K *

Lead client relationships as a Principal Accountant, guiding strategic tax planning and compliance. Oversee a dynamic team while ensuring client satisfaction and delivering accurate financial insights...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $180K *

Drive excellence in client relationships and tax strategy, ensuring compliance while maximizing financial success. Lead a tax team, mentor professionals, and navigate complex tax landscapes with a pro...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$88K - $154K *

Reimagine traffic engineering by leading comprehensive projects that enhance mobility and safety across communities. Collaborate with a team to design high-value projects that innovate transportation...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$103K - $142K *

Transform the deal-making process by partnering with Sales and Finance to optimize complex transactions. Leverage your enterprise software expertise to shape strategic deals and utilize AI to streamli...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Contribute to successful project outcomes by managing restoration tasks, coordinating teams, ensuring compliance with procedures, and maintaining strong customer relationships across varied jobs in th...

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Champion project success by coordinating teams, ensuring quality, and delivering timely results in a remote construction management role that requires extensive travel and constant communication with...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

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

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.