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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$70K - $95K *

Drive impactful data solutions by collaborating with clients and teams to measure performance, improve operations, and communicate insights effectively—shaping a culture of continuous improvement...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $95K *

Transform healthcare systems by providing expert analysis and support for suicide prevention programs. Engage in project management, strategic development, and communication, ensuring effective implem...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K *

Champion the talent acquisition strategy across all business units, managing full-cycle recruiting and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Collaborate with senior leaders to enhance workforc...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$187K - $275K *

Engage with US Civilian Government Law Enforcement agencies to develop and execute sales strategies for Network and Data Security solutions. Build strong relationships, understand client needs, and en...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of construction management by leading client projects through innovative job order contracting (JOC). Collaborate closely with clients to ensure successful delive...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Optimize cybersecurity efforts by translating complex business needs into actionable strategies, leading the Risk Management Framework lifecycle, and ensuring compliance with federal standards in a co...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Advance workforce capacity strategies by analyzing operational data, creating insightful reports, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance pharmacy operations and staffing effectiveness while dr...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $160K *

Advance data-driven decisions by designing and optimizing scalable data platforms. Lead architectural direction, create reusable frameworks, and empower teams through self-service solutions that remov...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead high-impact patient engagement campaigns while cultivating client relationships and optimizing processes. Drive execution with independence, supporting junior members and enhancing team collabora...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$73K - $144K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee diverse pavement rehabilitation projects, ensuring quality and safety across urban and rural settings. Utilize your extensive experience to mentor peers while reporting...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $110K *

Pioneer data-driven marketing strategies by optimizing analytics and reporting for actionable insights. Collaborate across teams to enhance decision-making, performance measurement, and compliance wit...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $147K *

Tackle the challenge of designing cutting-edge certification programs to empower partners and dealers. Drive learning initiatives across multiple tracks and enhance knowledge through innovative soluti...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$75K - $95K *

Empower clinical operations as a strategic HR partner, aligning workforce initiatives with business goals, optimizing performance management, and ensuring compliance in a fast-paced, multi-state healt...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$145K - $175K *

Elevate data solutions as a Staff Data Engineer, driving the design and maintenance of sophisticated data pipelines and warehouses to support autonomous systems and analytics for critical operations...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Empower cross-functional operations as a Senior Business Analyst, driving initiative solutions and enhancing vendor relationships while guiding teams through complexity to impactful recommendations fo...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $130K *

Drive our new IT implementation strategy by managing integrations and optimizing processes for dental practices, ensuring quality and efficiency as you collaborate cross-functionally and develop suppo...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Shape complex engineering projects within the pork and packaged meat industry by utilizing leadership and project management skills to enhance efficiencies and ensure successful execution, while colla...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in developing AI and ML solutions that transform operational efficiency. Collaborate across teams to design, build, and deploy production-quality applications while applying best pract...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $129K *

Transform complex medical malpractice claims into timely resolutions while managing costs and ensuring high client satisfaction. Collaborate with legal teams and utilize strategic approaches to optimi...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Unlock the potential of AI solutions by coordinating agile delivery for federal projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure alignment, track progress, and facilitate efficient product delivery practice...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Lead the implementation of comprehensive employee benefits strategies, managing day-to-day client relationships while coordinating open enrollment, compliance, and client support, ensuring a professio...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $190K *

Drive innovation as a Senior AI Software Engineer, shaping intelligent workflows and AI systems for a cutting-edge Loan Origination platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operati...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $175K *

Lead transformative FinOps solutions to empower enterprise clients, ensuring strategic cloud, AI, and SaaS outcomes through consultative selling and solution architecture, while fostering strong colla...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $180K *

Champion the strategic direction of accounting operations, managing teams, overseeing financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements while driving process improveme...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$165K - $175K *

Transform financial management by leading budget analysis, execution, and compliance within a federal environment. Drive informed decision-making through expert insights, and support senior leadership...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   11 - 15 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.