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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$80K - $92K *

Transform businesses by driving sales and building strong client partnerships. Leverage your expertise in B2B sales to manage complex pipelines, exceed quotas, and deliver comprehensive HR solutions t...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $210K *

Partner with us to lead the design and implementation of reporting solutions for diverse customers in the State and Local Government sector, ensuring successful deployment and long-term success throug...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$87K - $135K *

Lead the charge in delivering comprehensive technical support for global infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance of middleware systems and successful integration across cloud platforms and partne...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $110K *

Join a team that's focused on independently managing complex California workers' compensation claims, investigating, determining compensability, and strategizing resolutions while ensuring compliance...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$157K - $283K *

Engage in transformative transportation engineering projects by managing large-scale designs and overseeing project development processes. Utilize your expertise to drive success across multi-million...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $90K *

Advance our partner relationships by building and developing key accounts, driving growth in the SMB sector through innovative collaboration and lead generation initiatives while thriving in a dynamic...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $142K *

Elevate your career by collaborating with HR departments to optimize Workday solutions across global functions. Lead implementation projects, define best practices, and drive innovation to strengthen...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$121K - $181K *

Champion workforce transformation by designing skills-based talent development strategies. Collaborate with HR and leadership to integrate critical skills into the job architecture, ensuring scalable...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$78K - $107K *

Join a dynamic finance team to manage and analyze complex accounting data, ensuring accuracy in financial reports and compliance with accounting principles while driving process improvements and colla...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$221K - $365K *

Drive services sales through effective territory management, collaboration, and delivery. Engage with clients to provide tailored solutions, achieve revenue goals, and mentor team members while naviga...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $125K *

Lead the charge in ensuring compliance and effective management of contracts, collaborating with various departments to develop and negotiate agreements that align with company objectives while naviga...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Lead the delivery of SAP S/4HANA solutions, focusing on warehouse management, ensuring optimal integration and support for supply chain processes through expert guidance and hands-on expertise...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $270K *

Build and manage scalable data infrastructure that powers data-driven products and decision-making. Lead a high-impact team to ensure data governance, quality, security, and performance aligns with bu...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $196K *

Oversee commercial and cost management on complex federal projects, ensuring robust cost control, change order evaluation, and claims analysis to support project success while fostering effective comm...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$190K - $240K *

Join our team to lead the transformation of our Quote-to-Cash ecosystem, enhancing business agility and operational efficiency while architecting scalable solutions and modernizing processes for a sea...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$63K - $111K *

Unlock potential by driving project financials, ensuring effective cost control, budget management, and reporting for large-scale construction programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $155K *

Champion program delivery for an enterprise data platform, managing scope, schedule, and risk. Engage with government stakeholders while enabling Agile teams for successful execution and ensuring qual...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$180K - $225K *

Lead the architectural strategy and engineering evolution of Salesforce, managing a high-performing team while ensuring scalability, reliability, and security in revenue systems. Drive innovative solu...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$77K - $113K *

Inspire operational excellence by overseeing warehouse management, ensuring timely logistics, and fostering team development to achieve efficiency and compliance in inventory control processes...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Lead enterprise sales strategies to cultivate existing accounts and identify new growth opportunities. Engage stakeholders, negotiate deals, and enhance Stripe's market presence. Drive value through d...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $196K *

Unlock potential by leading BIM initiatives and enhancing digital design workflows. Collaborate across teams to implement cutting-edge technologies, drive best practices, and support project delivery...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by developing high-impact frontend solutions for eCommerce platforms, leveraging expertise in React, Shopify, and modern development practices within an Agile team environment. Engage...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $150K *

Shape the future of talent management through innovative strategies, enhancing employee experiences with integrated performance and development solutions that drive growth and capability across the or...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's transforming financial aid solutions through innovative software development. Collaborate across global resources while mentoring peers and engaging in a flexible hybrid work enviro...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's pivotal in shaping IT compliance and risk management. Drive strategic initiatives while collaborating with IT, Finance, and Audit to ensure robust controls and effective regulatory...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 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.