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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$170K - $180K *

Take ownership of strategic pricing initiatives, driving competitive compliance for complex federal government proposals, while collaborating across functions to enhance profitability and support exec...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$162K - $199K *

Transform complex engagements by leading technical delivery, owning customer relationships, managing cross-functional teams, and utilizing AI tools to ensure project success from kickoff to go-live...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $180K *

Drive financial excellence by managing accounting operations, ensuring compliance, and enhancing internal controls. Collaborate with teams to promote ethical practices and achieve business objectives...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $176K *

Partner with us to drive client success by translating analytics into impactful business solutions, collaborating across teams to design tailored FICO Score offerings that enhance decision-making with...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $130K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Territory Account Manager, focusing on driving new business growth through exceptional relationship building and solution selling in cybersecurity across key markets an...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $130K *

Explore opportunities to enhance processes and deliver impactful results by analyzing requirements, crafting specifications, and collaborating effectively with teams to ensure project success and qual...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Champion exceptional FSP hiring outcomes by leading a dedicated team of recruiters. Drive performance and strategy in a fast-paced environment while ensuring a superior experience for hiring managers...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $150K *

Advance cloud innovation by designing and automating robust Azure solutions. Utilize your expertise in software engineering, DevOps, and data engineering to create scalable, secure applications, while...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Shape the future of pricing strategies by collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver accurate cost proposals and ensure compliance with government regulations, while enhancing profitability...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $120K *

Manage high-quality copy editing for diverse marketing content. Play a key role in evolving our editorial style, supporting cross-team collaboration, and optimizing processes for efficiency and creati...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$83K - $135K *

Lead the charge in shaping operational infrastructure by managing a comprehensive Odoo ERP implementation from configuration through go-live, ensuring seamless integration across inventory, sales, fin...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$111K - $150K *

Deliver intelligent backend services and AI-driven solutions, leveraging Java expertise and workflow orchestration to automate processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance scalability...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence as an Audit Manager, overseeing audit engagements and driving strategic partnerships in the manufacturing sector. Leverage your expertise to provide critical...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $300K *

Advance sales efforts by managing the full sales cycle, building pipeline through diverse channels, running insightful discovery, and driving deals to closure using AI tools for efficiency in a dynami...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$66K - $99K *

Grow your career with a field-based role enhancing client billing practices, driving cash collections, and resolving insurance denials through education and collaboration with teams and clients to opt...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$117K - $137K *

Lead the charge in delivering and overseeing high-quality CPG client services. Coach and develop a remote team to drive consistency and excellence across engagements, tackling complex accounting chall...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$106K - $192K *

Elevate product decisions by leveraging data insights and metrics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize user experiences and enhance vehicle product strategies through high-quality anal...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $140K *

Drive innovative financial solutions in support of the US Space Force's COMSATCOM efforts, leveraging extensive financial knowledge to enhance project efficiency and ensure robust financial management...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$122K - $172K *

Collaborate with HR leaders to develop data-driven insights, create analytical dashboards, and enhance decision-making processes using strong research methods and AI workflows, ultimately improving or...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $125K *

Contribute to seamless financial integrations, ensuring data accuracy and scalability while collaborating with teams for insightful solutions. Leverage accounting expertise to guide customer integrati...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $133K *

Advance cloud infrastructure support by collaborating in Agile teams, automating systems, managing incidents, and enhancing documentation to improve operational efficiency and reliability...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $165K *

Partner with us to establish a new technical foundation for our Canada pod. As the founding engineer, you'll oversee backend and frontend development, shaping product direction and collaborating with...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $90K *

Develop and manage cybersecurity controls to protect firm operations. Collaborate on engineering projects, enhance expertise in specific domains, and mentor Associate engineers to ensure effective con...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$129K - $142K *

Optimize cash management and liquidity operations globally, ensuring visibility and control. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support capital markets activities, debt compliance, and improve...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$67K - $100K *

Champion compliance initiatives by providing analytical and operational support to ensure adherence to employment laws. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver consistent and effective Employment Pra...

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.