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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$135K - $156K *

Join a dynamic team as a Protection & Control Specialist to execute field work on power systems, focusing on testing, troubleshooting, and collaboration to ensure high-quality project delivery across...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$84K - $164K *

Join a dynamic team to deliver financial advisory services in Affordable Housing, driving impactful results on complex transactions while supporting client objectives and fostering professional growth...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$87K - $157K *

Help us enforce Medicare Compliance by guiding regulatory strategies and ensuring effective implementation. Collaborate cross-functionally to track compliance issues, conduct audits, and support risk...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $200K *

Innovate solutions as a Sr. Product Manager to shape AI capabilities, enhancing R&D productivity. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive AI adoption, from discovery to delivery, and influence strateg...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving client success for enterprise accounts. Lead customer engagement, ensure adoption of solutions, and collaborate effectively with teams to promote renewals, expansion, and s...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$116K - $167K *

Shape the future of executive compensation by developing strategies that attract and retain top talent. Collaborate with leadership and external partners to ensure compliance and competitive practices...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$157K - $210K *

Unlock potential by leading AI-driven workshops and building innovative solutions for top financial firms, showcasing Salesforce capabilities and driving technical alignment to create business value t...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$61K - $125K *

Optimize client onboarding and relationship management for corporate clients, fostering engagement and growth by understanding their needs and promoting financial solutions that enhance employee benef...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $106K *

Analyze and optimize Amazon DSP and paid search campaigns to drive results across Retail Media. Leverage data insights to enhance performance, ensuring KPI excellence while managing fast-paced, multif...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

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

$73K - $100K *

Partner with us to drive growth in the Specialty Diagnostics market by delivering exceptional customer experiences, collaborating with sales teams, and utilizing technical knowledge to support healthc...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Drive large-scale digital transformation initiatives by leading Agile teams and managing financials, ensuring effective collaboration between stakeholders across enterprise project deliveries...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $195K *

Transform government technology by leading the strategy and execution of a data-driven product suite. Engage with customers to enhance their workflows and internal operations, driving measurable outco...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

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

$226K - $381K *

Shape the future of digital marketing by driving data-driven solutions for enterprise clients. Leverage your expertise to develop strategic accounts, manage the sales cycle, and foster successful cust...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $110K *

Champion customer success by designing and implementing tailored Specification Data Management solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive impactful business transformation and ensur...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $100K *

Engage in impactful communication initiatives to enhance brand visibility and cultivate relationships with media outlets. Drive PR strategies that leverage data insights and foster journalistic collab...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$146K - $206K *

Create impactful backend systems for evolving card products, tackling engineering challenges at scale. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and reliability, ensuring optimal...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in financial oversight and centralized operations, driving performance, enhancing processes, and cultivating strong teams. Foster collaboration across functions while ensuring excellen...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $145K *

Innovate customer journeys and drive loyalty using data-driven marketing strategies. Employ AI and automation to enhance efficiency, maintaining data integrity and compliance while delivering insightf...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $216K *

Join a dynamic team dedicated to developing complex distributed applications using Java and Python. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to meet Agile delivery goals while ensuring alignmen...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead M&A tax due diligence and structuring processes for diverse transactions. Mentor teams, manage client relationships, and deliver high-quality analyses while identifying tax risks and opportunitie...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $130K *

Lead a team that ensures effective project management for data analytics and cloud services, integrating diverse tasks, stakeholder communication, and continuous improvement to deliver solutions that...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $175K *

Join a team that's focused on innovative solutions in AI and customer engagement. Leverage your software engineering expertise to develop, launch, and maintain web applications and APIs while collabor...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Champion project delivery by overseeing HV cable testing projects across North America. Ensure alignment with client expectations while managing resources, schedules, and budgets for successful comple...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $150K *

Advance your career by leading the Managed Services division, driving revenue growth, and establishing client relationships while ensuring excellent service delivery and operational excellence. Shape...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$102K - $190K *

Manage and enhance tax compliance and reporting for US operations. Utilize expertise in international taxation and ASC 740 to support audits and lead process improvements, collaborating across teams t...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.