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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$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining employee payment solutions. As an Implementation Manager, oversee the deployment of our SaaS product for diverse clients, ensuring successful integrations and fostering s...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $90K *

Join our team to drive full-cycle recruiting, building strong relationships and excellent candidate experiences while managing diverse hiring needs across various functions. Your expertise will enhanc...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$98K - $151K *

Drive impactful financial strategies by leading renewal forecasting and retention analysis for SaaS products, providing actionable insights and fostering collaboration across teams to enhance overall...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $130K *

Bring your expertise to shape our recruitment strategy by managing full-cycle hiring for critical roles. Collaborate with hiring managers, optimize processes, and enhance the candidate experience in a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$122K - $165K *

Lead the corporate income tax compliance and ASC 740 tax provision processes in a dynamic FinTech environment, driving growth and scalability while managing federal, state, and local tax filings and o...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $104K *

Join our team as we shape the future of digital optimization through A/B testing and innovative marketing solutions. Your expertise will ensure seamless technical integration and maintain top site per...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$250K *

Drive the global tax provision process, ensuring accuracy and compliance in U.S. federal and international reporting while leading a collaborative team of tax professionals in a dynamic environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in implementing high-value FactSet solutions, guiding complex client projects while mentoring junior team members. Collaborate with clients to enhance workflows and ensure successful d...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$59K - $111K *

Collaborate to enhance business processes by standardizing workflows, utilizing technology, and improving efficiencies in a remote environment. Engage with cross-functional teams to facilitate trainin...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform data into actionable insights as a Senior Risk Data Analyst, enhancing decision-making in payments risk and compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop reporting and automation sol...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$72K - $95K *

Engage with senior leaders to support governance and DRC activities, coordinating communications and projects while ensuring accuracy. Take ownership of processes and contribute meaningfully to evolvi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$140K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to creating innovative Salesforce applications and integrations. Collaborate with engineers and developers to deliver high-quality solutions that meet evolving business ne...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by managing complex tax credit compliance projects. Collaborate with multi-stakeholders, oversee project timelines, and ensure compliance with IRA tax credits. Ideal for detail-ori...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$86K - $138K *

Pioneer a transformative Greenfield initiative to modernize SAP systems. Lead the design and implementation of cutting-edge integrations and user experiences, ensuring efficiency and compliance for pu...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $105K *

Shape the future of employee experience by enhancing People Ops processes and driving efficiency across the organization. Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure compliance and support through the...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $125K *

Optimize backend systems and data interactions; deliver scalable, secure solutions while collaborating in an agile environment to enhance software for healthcare data processing and reporting...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $145K *

Optimize payroll operations and processes with precision to ensure compliance and enhance employee experience. Drive multi-state payroll management, validate deductions, and facilitate system conversi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $90K *

Drive financial accuracy by supporting day-to-day accounting operations, maintaining records, processing vendor payments, and assisting with month-end close while delivering exceptional attention to d...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$102K - $120K *

Advance revenue operations by building scalable reporting systems, analyzing KPIs, and providing data-driven insights that enhance decision-making across Sales, Marketing, and Customer Success teams...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$84K - $128K *

Optimize contracting strategies by managing a diverse portfolio of contracts, conducting analyses, and enhancing procurement processes across departments. Collaborate effectively with stakeholders to...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Oversee all stages of the contingent workforce requisition process, optimizing supplier relationships and ensuring compliance to enhance talent quality, costs, and efficiencies while mitigating risks...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$135K - $216K *

Manage the end-to-end integration of complex systems within air traffic operations, ensuring reliable data flows and accurate configurations. Collaborate across teams to deliver essential support for...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Transform the recovery landscape by driving analytics and strategy for collections operations, creating impactful frameworks, enhancing performance metrics, and fostering cross-functional collaboratio...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$72K - $115K *

Drive business process transformation by leading cross-functional teams and managing project execution, ensuring timely delivery of cloud-based solutions and delivering insights to influence decisions...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive revenue excellence by optimizing commission processes and compensation frameworks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance reporting and ensure data integrity. Join us to support and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.