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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$91K - $172K *

Elevate your career as a Tax Manager for our Not for Profit team, where you'll deliver tailored tax and advisory services, cultivate client relationships, and empower junior staff in a collaborative e...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $130K *

Join a team that's transforming business processes; lead end-to-end analysis on the Lead-to-Cash journey, collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to document, enhance, and automate workflows...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Shape your career as a key player in product development, owning the full lifecycle from discovery to launch. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align user needs and business goals while drivi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $112K *

Shape the future of payroll compliance by mastering multi-state tax regulations, coordinating with corporate divisions, and enhancing processes while ensuring timely and accurate tax reporting. Join a...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Champion stability and performance in SAP systems while leading technical initiatives, troubleshooting complex issues, and collaborating with teams to enhance SAP landscapes and ensure optimal system...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Elevate financial performance by owning capital management and modeling. Drive strategic insights for senior leadership through expert analysis in insurance finance, ensuring clear communication and c...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $170K *

Unlock potential by driving platform and data architecture strategy. Collaborate across teams to transform data into a monetizable asset, ensuring seamless integration and governance as we evolve from...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Partner with us to drive accurate financial reporting and month-end close processes, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Leverage your expertise in full-cycle accounting within a collaborative team fo...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Collaborate to lead the development and execution of innovative programs and services, ensuring strategic alignment, robust risk management, and effective communication across teams while promoting da...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $153K *

Shape the future of Workday configurations as you lead impactful solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to manage payroll, absence, and time tracking processes while ensuring data integrity and seam...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of HR M&A strategy, driving integration, due diligence, and stakeholder collaboration to shape organizational growth and refine best practices within a dynamic, cr...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Lead and innovate total rewards strategies, guiding multiple teams to drive performance and achieve departmental goals while influencing key stakeholders and managing complex business challenges...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$98K - $163K *

Empower innovation by developing a self-service application platform for AWS, utilizing Jenkins and Terraform to automate workflows and enhance security. Collaborate across teams to deliver robust, sc...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Champion effective solutions as you consult on Workday projects, leading deliverables from discovery to deployment while managing multiple clients and projects across Payroll, Absence, or Time Trackin...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$61K - $99K *

Drive success by managing outside plant project support, invoicing, and data analysis for finance and construction, ensuring timely completion of projects on scope and budget, while collaborating with...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Contribute to impactful Federal contracting processes by managing complex procurements, ensuring regulatory compliance, and leading negotiations while providing expert advice throughout the procuremen...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $120K *

Partner with us to lead payroll operations and technology initiatives, ensuring accuracy and compliance while optimizing processes to enhance the employee experience across a growing, global workforce...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Champion the revenue operations by designing and optimizing systems to drive efficient pipeline generation and sales execution, enhancing data integrity and governance for sustained growth across the...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $166K *

Reimagine workforce dynamics by strategically managing contractor resources across diverse operational areas. Collaborate with program leadership to align capabilities with mission needs while optimiz...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$160K - $207K *

Champion data-driven solutions by architecting a robust data platform that enhances product performance through advanced analytics and machine learning while collaborating across teams to drive impact...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Innovate solutions in Microsoft Azure by designing, deploying, and supporting cloud environments. Collaborate with clients to integrate Azure with existing infrastructures while maintaining documentat...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$94K - $150K *

Drive end-to-end CIAM and workforce IAM integrations, focusing on Ping Identity, Okta, and DaVinci workflows. Design and implement authentication flows and manage complex identity journeys across ente...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$97K - $156K *

Support the optimization of HRIS systems like Workday through process improvements and enhancements. Collaborate across departments to ensure a seamless user experience, system integrity, and efficien...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $110K *

Lead the charge in developing and managing dynamic training programs that empower employees through innovative learning techniques, aligning closely with organizational goals and collaborating effecti...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Elevate your career by managing revenue operations post-contract, ensuring accurate billing and cash flow. Take charge of monthly closures, lead process improvements, and coordinate with Finance, RevO...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.