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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$200K - $300K *

Elevate your impact by owning and innovating complex systems that drive organizational success, while mentoring engineers and ensuring safety and security at scale. This role offers opportunities for...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$154K *

Join a team that's enhancing identity governance and access management through in-depth SailPoint development and troubleshooting, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$77K - $95K *

Shape the success of programs by executing operational excellence and financial management. Collaborate with teams to drive impactful solutions that enhance performance across the organization, contri...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $154K *

Drive innovative traffic engineering solutions for transformative projects exceeding $1 billion. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance mobility, safety, and community reliability on high...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $100K *

Champion audit excellence by leading client engagements, enhancing processes, and mentoring staff. Utilize your expertise in governmental accounting to deliver impactful insights for not-for-profit or...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse projects through all lifecycle phases, ensuring clear communication and collaboration among stakeholders, while driving process improvements and achieving project o...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Support corporate underwriting by conducting complex financial analyses and client interactions. Collaborate with senior leadership to design credit solutions that align with client needs while managi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $225K *

Drive innovation and strategic leadership in wastewater treatment and reuse projects, guiding multidisciplinary teams to deliver sustainable, cutting-edge engineering solutions while fostering client...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $115K *

Champion campaign strategy and execution in Paid Social, leading a team to create impactful campaigns. Oversee onboarding, training, and communication with stakeholders, driving collaboration and insi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$94K - $161K *

Contribute to successful client adoption of data solutions by managing implementations, translating business needs, guiding technical requirements, and ensuring data quality through effective communic...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$76K - $111K *

Empower employers by overseeing stay-at-work and return-to-work programs, ensuring compliance with best practices. Provide expert guidance to case managers and drive continuous improvement in customer...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$117K - $158K *

Help us advance financial analysis by evaluating deal structures, managing projects, and delivering insights. Engage with clients, enhance value through collaboration, and lead junior team members to...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex proposals for public works projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and support regional business lines in a fully remote environment, enhancing client eng...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$136K - $253K *

Empower our customers by driving revenue growth through strategic account management. You'll oversee migrations, foster client relationships, and collaborate with teams to ensure adoption and expansio...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$136K - $253K *

Join a dynamic team as you build relationships and drive revenue by managing full sales cycles for corporate accounts. Utilize your consultative selling skills and work collaboratively across departme...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$94K - $136K *

Grow your career with this strategic role in financial modeling and planning. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop long-range plans, support capital workflows, and enhance financial proc...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$86K - $129K *

Deliver exceptional support to our channel partners, enhancing sales processes and operations. Collaborate with internal teams to optimize quoting, order management, and marketing efforts, driving bus...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $135K *

Advance your career by managing federal grants through the full lifecycle. Engage with grantees and ensure compliance with regulations while supporting the Department of State’s mission with your expe...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$69K - $113K *

Champion and enhance employee onboarding by optimizing processes, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with stakeholders across departments to create a seamless experience for new hires from Day 1 a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$180K - $226K *

Pioneer innovative solutions as you lead the development of scalable, secure backend systems. Collaborate across teams to transform requirements into robust technical designs that enhance performance...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by owning customer value plans and ensuring adoption, ROI, and product usage for B2B SaaS accounts. Build trusted relationships with stakeholders, drive enablement sessions, and colla...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $140K *

Transform client reporting by leading portfolio functions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in using advanced systems. Collaborate with new advisors for seamless integrations and maintain processes fo...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$94K - $99K *

Drive resource optimization and capacity planning for a global workforce, ensuring the right talent is deployed for client projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational effi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$181K - $291K *

Drive the success of our Ethics and Compliance Program by overseeing strategies, policies, and training to ensure adherence to regulations, while addressing potential risks effectively across the orga...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead innovative workforce strategies, leveraging analytics to optimize forecasting and resource allocation. Drive data-driven decisions across teams and enhance the support experience while ensuring a...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.