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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$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...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $90K *

Drive your career with this dynamic role focused on developing partnerships with tech and HCM industries. Leverage client relationships to accelerate growth for small and medium businesses across the...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Join us to drive product innovation and market entry for electrical power solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities and respond to customer needs while optimizing...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$60K - $110K *

Transform commercial operations by managing high-volume opportunities within the Digital Reporting & Compliance Practice, collaborating across teams to ensure timely and effective execution from quali...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $200K *

Innovate internal engineering platforms to streamline software delivery. Collaborate cross-functionally to design cutting-edge CI/CD systems, enhance infrastructure, and integrate AI tools, driving ef...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $126K *

Drive compliance integrity by overseeing corporate ethics programs and regulatory practices, ensuring accurate reviews and enhancing vendor relationships to meet government healthcare standards across...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive successful SAP ERP data implementation by managing project end-to-end. Collaborate with stakeholders, lead teams, manage risks, and ensure quality deliveries while meeting budget constraints and...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at client satisfaction by serving as a strategic advisor, fostering key relationships, and driving improvements to optimize revenue cycle outcomes. Engage cross-functionally to enh...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Drive sustainable revenue growth by leading the Revenue Operations team, enhancing GTM strategies, forecasting accuracy, and sales productivity through precise analytics and effective processes...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$126K - $140K *

Join us to lead global HR operations, enhance employee experiences, and drive efficiency while managing a dedicated HR team. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize processes and ensure compliance...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion efficient renewal processes by driving commercial conversations and optimizing workflows. Own and streamline renewals from quote to signature, ensuring forecast accuracy and performance metri...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$148K - $259K *

Pioneer digital content strategy leadership, shaping narrative systems and editorial governance to enhance customer experiences and drive measurable outcomes across digital ecosystems...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Oversee the execution of IT projects, ensuring delivery aligns with scope, budget, and timelines. Foster collaboration between business and technical teams, while maintaining visibility of project sta...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$229K - $351K *

Contribute to the future of insurance sales by owning and shaping market strategies. Leveraging your deep industry connections, drive revenue growth in a complex environment, navigating buying process...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive compliance strategy by managing IL4/IL5 offerings, ensuring regulatory adherence across AWS-hosted environments. Collaborate with security teams, federal regulators, and technical stakeholders t...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

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

$160K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic initiatives to enhance revenue recovery and drive operational excellence in healthcare financial operations. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to achieve...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $230K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior IT Program Manager, leading complex federal health initiatives, driving operational excellence in ACA and NSA programs while overseeing cross-functional teams and ensur...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Build strong client relationships to drive new business revenue through strategic sales initiatives and C-suite engagement in a dynamic SaaS environment, leveraging cross-functional teams to deliver c...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $165K *

Transform backend architecture by leading engineering efforts in modernizing mission-critical software systems. Drive the full development lifecycle while mentoring a team and collaborating with cross...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $160K *

Advance your career by leading strategic contract processes and optimizing business outcomes. Collaborate with leadership, manage complex contracts, and guide teams to success in a dynamic environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $150K *

Drive strategic contracting solutions and lead complex negotiations in a collaborative environment. Oversee diverse programs, mentor teams, and influence senior leaders to enhance organizational perfo...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $190K *

Champion enterprise data protection transformation through automation and engineering-driven solutions. Drive the implementation of scalable, policy-driven security across diverse platforms while enha...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.