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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$176K - $264K *

Champion success at deploying and maintaining impactful SaaS solutions through executive relationship management, driving customer adoption, and ensuring maximum value delivery. Collaborate with teams...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $185K *

Unlock client success by owning RWD engagements, driving operational excellence, and managing relationships. Collaborate with teams to translate objectives into results, ensuring high-quality outcomes...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $190K *

Empower innovation by designing and building full-stack applications, integrating AI workflows, and delivering user-centric features through collaborative engineering practices...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K - $149K *

Champion the global contract management lifecycle, ensuring supplier agreements meet business goals, legal standards, and risk controls while collaborating with cross-functional teams for process opti...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$104K - $166K *

Contribute to the design and development of scalable Android automation infrastructures to enhance multi-platform digital engagement operations for national defense. Collaborate with cross-functional...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $160K *

Join a team that's leading the commissioning of critical power systems for large-scale data centers. Drive project planning and execution, ensuring safe, timely, and effective delivery within a high-i...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$61K - $102K *

Transform revenue analysis and billing operations by ensuring accuracy, integrity, and actionable insights. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance workflows and support strategic financial objectiv...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Lead compliance initiatives and provide strategic guidance on government contract accounting and regulations. Ensure adherence to DFAR, FAR, and CAS, while managing audits and supporting the organizat...

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3 weeks ago

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

$69K - $119K *

Lead the charge in Project Management, driving healthcare innovations through effective portfolio management and ensuring project success across technology, operations, and client engagements with a f...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$128K - $180K *

Shape innovative Appian solutions by leading delivery teams and mentoring peers, while ensuring optimal design and integration for client success. Drive best practices in a fast-paced environment and...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $216K *

Join a team that's leading enterprise cloud migrations to Microsoft Azure, designing secure and scalable architectures. Utilize your deep technical expertise and mentoring skills to optimize cloud sol...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Develop innovative software solutions by leveraging your programming expertise, integrating systems, and ensuring seamless functionality across platforms to support critical mission objectives...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$89K - $148K *

Lead the charge in driving technical excellence and customer satisfaction, collaborating with sales teams and clients to develop innovative solutions in Industrial Communications that align with busin...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$176K - $264K *

Drive customer success by leading impactful deployments and fostering executive relationships, enhancing value from Workday solutions, all while ensuring customer satisfaction and revenue growth throu...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$114K - $154K *

Lead innovative employee relations initiatives that foster a positive, inclusive workplace culture. Collaborate globally to build trust, strengthen relationships, and enhance employee engagement align...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$117K - $160K *

Transform the landscape of brand research by leading strategic tracking projects, providing expert guidance, and collaborating with clients to deliver high-impact insights that drive brand health and...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$72K - $89K *

Unlock potential by driving organization design initiatives and fostering collaboration across teams. This role entails executing strategies for enterprise-level improvement, synthesizing data, and fa...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$128K - $180K *

Lead the charge in delivering advanced Appian solutions and mentor teams. Act as a trusted advisor for clients, guiding them through complex integrations and best practices while implementing processe...

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

$128K - $180K *

Lead and mentor delivery teams in implementing complex Appian solutions, providing expert guidance and driving technical success while fostering best practices and contributing to process improvement...

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Reposted today

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

$124K - $143K *

Join a team that's committed to enhancing data analysis for government programs. Lead efforts in data collection, reporting, and analytics, while supporting impactful decision-making with actionable i...

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Yesterday

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

$90K - $120K *

Drive compliance and risk oversight for PCI DSS requirements, managing assessments, vendor processes, and cross-functional collaborations to enhance security controls and maintain a secure operational...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$79K - $133K *

Help us optimize enterprise deals and drive revenue growth by partnering with Sales, Legal, and Finance to ensure compliance and customer satisfaction while leveraging AI tools for efficiency and spee...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $130K *

Shape the future of clinical research by leading interdisciplinary projects. Manage timelines, budgets, and compliance while fostering strong client relationships and ensuring high-quality deliverable...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $163K *

Drive successful Workday integrations by overseeing project lifecycles, enhancing client deliverables with minimal supervision, and cultivating expertise across various industries and applications to...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Transform the structural design of modular data centers, ensuring compliance with high-risk standards while optimizing production efficiency. Collaborate across teams to innovate and standardize solut...

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3 days ago

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

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.