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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$93K - $137K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative process engineering initiatives. Collaborate across departments to enhance operational excellence and achieve project goals while ensuring safety and sustaina...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Empower employee wellbeing by managing our North American leave and benefits programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline administration and enhance experiences, all while ensuring...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $150K *

Collaborate to oversee comprehensive program delivery, aligning projects with client objectives. Drive cross-functional teams to enhance performance, manage stakeholder relationships, and implement st...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead and architect cutting-edge data engineering projects, transforming data for analysis. Collaborate across teams to drive data strategy, enhance platforms, and influence organizational data governa...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $165K *

Join our team as a Senior Mechanical Estimator, delivering accurate cost estimates for mechanical systems in data center construction. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure effective cost management...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$103K - $153K *

Reimagine client success by leading strategic partnerships with merchants in Canada. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive growth, product adoption, and operational excellence while ensuring lasting...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$215K - $409K *

Shape the future of Financial Advisory Services by leading complex accounting engagements. As a trusted advisor, you will support CFOs and finance leaders with technical guidance while mentoring high...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $115K *

Join our team to lead strategic growth in paid social initiatives, coaching junior members while optimizing multi-channel media efforts to drive impactful client outcomes and foster best practices in...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $176K *

Champion cutting-edge technology solutions by aligning engineering practice with business goals. Leverage over 8 years of data insights expertise to drive innovation and cross-functional collaboration...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $179K *

Manage the database architecture for a federal data integration project, ensuring compliance with security standards while integrating species data into a unified cloud platform. Lead design, migratio...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $225K *

Collaborate with diverse teams to oversee large-scale airport construction projects, ensuring safety and efficiency. Lead preconstruction and on-site activities while fostering positive client and con...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing local governments' operations by leading strategic assessments and improvement projects in public utilities and works. Support clients nationwide, ensuring ef...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$134K - $241K *

Lead the charge in innovative traffic engineering projects across Southern California. Manage multidisciplinary teams, foster client relationships, and deliver data-driven transportation solutions whi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$126K - $149K *

Shape the future of enterprise solutions by leading technical deployments. As a pivotal figure, you'll translate customer needs into successful integrations, ensuring seamless user adoption and optimi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing treasury management solutions! Leverage your expertise in Kyriba while contributing to exciting projects and collaborating with a talented group of consultants to dr...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$148K - $274K *

Transform the future of healthcare by driving ICHRA market expansion strategies, building strong partnerships with key stakeholders, and leading initiatives that accelerate growth and enhance organiza...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $180K *

Design and enhance a robust test automation framework using Playwright, ensuring compliance and quality across UI, API, and integration layers through innovative AI-assisted methodologies in a high-st...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$92K - $159K *

Unlock potential by leading complex projects in healthcare, ensuring timely completion, budget adherence, and stakeholder engagement while fostering innovative solutions that enhance operational workf...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$97K - $145K *

Lead the execution of comprehensive projects, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Drive innovation, manage resources efficiently, and enhance collaboration across departments, while ensuring deli...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$121K - $178K *

Drive impactful initiatives and shape growth strategies for major restaurant partnerships, leveraging data insights and cross-functional collaboration to enhance both merchant and customer experiences...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $90K *

Take ownership of diverse accounting operations, contributing to month-end closes, payroll, invoicing, and compliance in a dynamic, fast-paced team environment while implementing process improvements...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$155K - $287K *

Lead the charge in driving enterprise sales growth by delivering transformative digital solutions. Partner with executives and organizations to modernize legacy applications and enhance business proce...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$131K - $223K *

Champion the well-being of children with disabilities by ensuring safe, accessible environments and compliance in care programs, conducting site assessments, and providing expert guidance on best prac...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$98K - $167K *

Support critical services for children with disabilities, ensuring compliance and safety across care programs. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop best practices and provide direct oversight to p...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive the successful execution of large-scale supply chain projects, focusing on warehouse automation and operational go-lives. Collaborate with leaders and cross-functional teams to ensure alignment...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.