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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$66K - $106K *

Drive excellence in COBOL software development for health claims systems, using Agile methodologies. Collaborate and mentor within a senior team to enhance legacy mainframe systems while delivering hi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$66K - $106K *

Empower a vital system in health care by providing software development support for Medicare claims processing, utilizing your expertise in legacy systems within an Agile team environment to ensure op...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$147K - $198K *

Champion information security by managing systems, analyzing threats, and implementing effective policies. Collaborate across teams to enhance security protocols and response strategies in a fully rem...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$111K - $167K *

Innovate with us to design and maintain data governance solutions using Python. Collaborate across teams to automate processes, ensure compliance, and enhance reporting for data stewardship and operat...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Analyze and oversee advanced accounting processes, ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial statements while guiding junior accountants and driving process improvements within a dynamic organizat...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $167K *

Unlock potential by leading quality compliance initiatives, enhancing processes, and ensuring adherence to global medical device regulations. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive best practices and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $115K *

Unlock new opportunities by driving revenue growth through client acquisition and relationship expansion. Engage mid-market organizations using consultative selling techniques to create tailored solut...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$114K - $180K *

Advance software solutions by designing and supporting Java-based applications. Engage in troubleshooting, automation, and collaboration across teams to enhance system performance and reliability in d...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $180K *

Join a team that's designing and developing innovative software solutions. You'll tackle diverse challenges, providing application support, debugging, and enhancing products while collaborating with c...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to innovate and deliver high-impact Power BI solutions. You’ll develop reports, optimize analytics, collaborate with stakeholders, and drive modernization efforts across enterprise...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful programs as a strategic leader in Veteran healthcare, focusing on suicide prevention initiatives through planning, execution, and stakeholder collaboration to enhance care for those at...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Advance client relationships by leading strategic data centre projects while utilizing your cost management expertise to drive outstanding performance and foster team growth within a dynamic environme...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$98K - $163K *

Lead Agile teams to deliver business outcomes through effective project management and facilitative leadership. Engage stakeholders, manage risks, and drive continuous improvement while ensuring align...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Design integration solutions to connect ServiceNow and JIRA, ensuring secure synchronization of data in support of veteran healthcare initiatives. Collaborate across IT projects to enhance service del...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$133K - $173K *

Innovate retention strategies by leading a transformative renewals motion that drives revenue growth, enhances customer experience, and simplifies processes through data-driven decision-making and sca...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$79K - $158K *

Contribute to the effective utilization of the Cora Program Management tool by developing strategies for user adoption, supporting software implementations, and enhancing customer relations within the...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$82K *

Empower our team by managing relationships with Trade Ally contractors, ensuring quality and program success through education, strategy development, and performance oversight for a statewide resident...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$69K - $104K *

Lead and enhance credentialing and payor enrollment operations, ensuring compliance and accuracy while supervising specialists and streamlining processes to improve provider readiness and operational...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$113K - $139K *

Shape the future of automotive sales by leading initiatives in the collision repair segment; collaborate with teams to implement sales programs and cultivate strong relationships with clients to drive...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $180K *

Pioneer your career by leading global financial operations, driving efficiency in AP, AR, and revenue processes while ensuring regulatory compliance and operational excellence across cross-functional...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of secure, high-performance networks, ensuring alignment with client needs and enhancing service delivery while mentoring junior team members and colla...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $157K *

Unlock potential by transforming complex data into meaningful insights, driving enterprise decision-making through intuitive dashboard design, visualization best practices, and cross-functional collab...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$86K - $112K *

Drive tax compliance and technology advancement while managing returns, provisions, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance corporate tax efficiency and reporting integrity. Play a key role in...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$86K - $138K *

Join a team that's dedicated to elevating mission-critical applications by designing and optimizing web and database solutions while thriving in an Agile environment and collaborating effectively with...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $138K *

Transform mission-critical applications by developing and optimizing full-stack web and database solutions. Lead Agile development efforts, collaborating across teams to deliver scalable technical sol...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.