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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$75K - $127K *

Join a team that's driving innovative SAP solutions as an ABAP Developer, responsible for designing, coding, and testing impactful enterprise applications while collaborating with cross-functional tea...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $190K *

Transform the financial planning function by leading FP&A efforts, modernizing processes, and partnering closely with senior leadership to drive data-informed decision-making in a dynamic retail envir...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Drive revenue growth by managing strategic relationships with national insurance carriers, brokers, and agencies. Leverage your extensive sales expertise to identify opportunities, expand market prese...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to drive growth in healthcare by engaging strategic accounts. Leverage your expertise in enterprise sales to simplify complex processes, collaborate cross-functionally, and enhance pat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in driving successful SaaS implementations for enterprise clients. Own the onboarding process, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality project delivery and cli...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$142K - $175K *

Elevate your career by leading a team to develop winning proposals for federal contracts, ensuring compliance and coordinating efforts across diverse stakeholders in a dynamic environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in managing large-scale engineering projects and programs across multiple teams. Drive strategic execution, foster partnerships, and improve project governance while ensuring high deli...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Transform enterprise initiatives by leading complex programs, fostering strategic collaboration across teams, and driving operational excellence to deliver impactful business outcomes and value...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in executing innovative multi-channel demand generation campaigns within financial services, driving engagement and pipeline growth while collaborating across functions to achieve stra...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $103K *

Join as a pivotal resource in technical support, ensuring optimal product performance through routine testing and customer collaboration, while contributing to overall service excellence and identifyi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by leading diverse technology projects, fostering strong client relationships, and driving project excellence within a dynamic team while ensuring timely delivery and adherence to...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading transformative ERP implementations and mentoring teams. Drive multi-phase projects, enhance client relationships, and ensure profitable outcomes through strategic analysis...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Advance educational technology operations by leading BPO programs, managing teams, and driving strategic alignment for organizational growth and compliance across various geographies...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Support quality assurance by designing, implementing, and executing test plans. Enhance automated test systems, analyze results, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Collaborate with teams...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$71K - $102K *

Innovate with your expertise as a Technical Business Analyst, supporting government programs by translating complex business needs into actionable technical specifications, ensuring compliance with fe...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Transform GTM operations by optimizing tech portfolios, enhancing productivity, and applying AI-driven solutions. Collaborate across teams to solve business needs with innovative tools, ensuring effec...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $140K *

Drive the technical excellence of MuleSoft platforms by administering, optimizing, and supporting cloud environments. Collaborate with teams to implement secure integration solutions for federal progr...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $150K *

Advance your career as you build secure, scalable backend systems that power critical digital services for Veterans. Leverage your skills in Ruby on Rails and REST APIs to enhance our platform archite...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$158K *

Champion the implementation of Oracle ERP Cloud solutions, providing technical leadership and collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and optimize scalable SCM applications, ensu...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in financial accuracy as you apply GAAP principles, manage journal entries, and enhance revenue analysis within a collaborative accounting team focused on process improvement and autom...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$63K - $111K *

Transform urban infrastructure as you innovate in civil engineering projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on high-visibility initiatives, driving impactful design and development in New Y...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$105K - $145K *

Join a team that's driving a robust data privacy program across the US. You'll ensure compliance, champion privacy awareness, and manage risks in a dynamic regulatory landscape, collaborating with var...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$84K - $97K *

Lead the charge in programmatic advertising strategy and execution, maximizing campaign performance through data-driven insights and best practices while collaborating across teams to achieve exceptio...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $150K *

Unlock your potential by leading diverse capital projects in healthcare, applying your engineering expertise, and mentoring junior staff to drive innovative solutions for our clients across multiple s...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $144K *

Unlock potential by conducting in-depth investigations to enhance AML compliance, detect suspicious activities, and streamline reporting processes within a collaborative and fast-paced environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.