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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$282K - $372K *

Reimagine global total rewards strategy, leading compensation and benefits programs. Collaborate with executive leadership to drive compliance, equity, and continuous improvement within a dynamic, fle...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $87K *

Oversee accounting operations, deliver insightful financial reports, manage compliance, and mentor team members while collaborating directly with clients to support their financial success and drive a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $200K *

Advance your career by building a global partner strategy to enhance partnerships across diverse business units. Drive new partner acquisition and improve existing relationships to achieve significant...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$132K - $251K *

Partner with us to deliver innovative SAP SLP/MDG solutions by designing, testing, and implementing ABAP applications, while collaborating with teams to ensure high-quality, efficient processes and ma...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$162K - $263K *

Empower cybersecurity by analyzing financial threats and sharing insights. Collaborate with teams to identify emerging risks, document trends, and present findings. Drive thought leadership in the fin...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Advance exceptional engineering talent by leading full-cycle recruiting efforts. Collaborate with hiring managers to craft tailored hiring strategies and engage top-tier candidates, ensuring a premium...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Help us drive financial excellence in clinical solutions by providing strategic portfolio analysis, forecasting, and budget control. Engage with leadership to enhance financial performance and support...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that empowers financial analysis within Clinical Solutions. This role drives portfolio-level insights, ensuring project health and budget integrity, while collaborating with senior leaders...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Deliver innovative sales solutions, leveraging strong leadership and deep supply chain expertise to drive business growth and client engagement across key industry verticals, while ensuring alignment...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $130K *

Grow your career with hands-on marketing operations, optimizing automation, audience segmentation, and analytics. Collaborate cross-functionally to translate strategies into measurable campaigns and e...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $225K *

Lead quality governance efforts on complex industrial projects, overseeing QA/QC processes, conducting audits, and ensuring compliance with standards to enhance quality management systems for successf...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead large-scale geotechnical and environmental projects, ensuring timely completion within budget. Engage clients and manage resources to deliver exceptional project outcomes while fostering team gro...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Manage employee relations investigations and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective resolution, compliance, and process improvement. Drive data-informed insight while maintaining...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional tax advisory services while managing relationships with diverse clients. Utilize best-in-class technology to enhance client satisfaction, ensuring their finan...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $125K *

Unlock potential by joining a high-energy Risk Management team, driving effective data collection, administrative support, and process improvements. Your proactive approach will enhance efficiency and...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$81K - $122K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing HR data governance and security via Workday. Take ownership of security administration, access management, and compliance to ensure a robust data protection f...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $160K *

Serve as a Clinical Advisor for TEG products, enhancing utilization and support across hospitals in your territory. Train users and drive growth through education, relationship-building, and expert cl...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$78K - $105K *

Transform corporate strategy by analyzing M&A opportunities and collaborating with leadership to drive high-impact initiatives that shape organizational success and operational excellence...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $150K *

Lead the transformation of enterprise business processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Collaborate with stakeholders to architect solutions that drive operational excellence across the orga...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$128K - $188K *

Shape strategic programs to enhance processes and deliver impactful products. Collaborate across teams, promote continuous improvement, and lead change initiatives to drive alignment and achieve busin...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$146K - $225K *

Join a team that's driving the transformation of financial products through effective program management and collaboration. You'll lead cross-functional initiatives, streamline processes, and foster i...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $261K *

Architect advanced state estimation and sensor calibration solutions to enhance autonomous driving, leading projects from design to deployment while collaborating with cross-functional teams to innova...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $175K *

Partner with us to design, manage, and enhance the RSA Archer eGRC solutions. This role involves collaboration with stakeholders, effective project management, and driving continuous improvements in r...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Empower business strategies by providing legal guidance on complex commercial agreements and regulatory compliance. Collaborate with leaders to mitigate risks, foster partnerships, and streamline lega...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $123K *

Lead the charge in architecting data-driven solutions and enhancing data governance for a robust analytics ecosystem while mentoring teams to drive innovation and best practices in scalable data infra...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.