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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$80K - $110K *

Execute comprehensive legal support in litigation, managing court documents and deadlines effectively. Collaborate with a dedicated team to drive case success while fostering professional growth in a...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $150K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance and implement SAP ABAP solutions, focusing on digital manufacturing integration. Drive backend development and optimization to ensure compliance and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $205K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Associate General Counsel, providing essential legal guidance on retirement plans, asset management, and securities compliance. Utilize your expertise to navigate compl...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$164K - $228K *

Join a team that champions technology innovation in banking by designing and building internal applications. Collaborate across functions to streamline critical processes, ensuring secure operations a...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $164K *

Join our team as a Financial Analyst to drive financial reporting, compliance, and contractor finance initiatives while ensuring adherence to financial regulations and government standards in a suppor...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$261K - $359K *

Join us to serve as a strategic partner to the Chief Accounting Officer, driving financial integrity and innovative AI solutions while leading impactful teams to ensure sustainable growth and operatio...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Engineer the future of global paid media, leading strategy, execution, and optimization across various channels while managing substantial budgets and mentoring a growing team...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $100K *

Join a team that's focused on enhancing customer experiences through effective lead management and support. You'll collaborate with field sales and utilize CRM systems to drive strategic decisions whi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $130K *

Optimize cybersecurity frameworks by leading incident resolution, monitoring, and engineering support. Design innovative solutions that ensure operational efficiency and compliance, while mitigating r...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $155K *

Engage in full-cycle sales, driving value for businesses through strategic relationship-building and expert negotiation. Utilize cutting-edge sales tools to manage pipelines and exceed quotas while de...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Lead talent acquisition efforts for AeroVect by sourcing exceptional candidates and collaborating with operations to fulfill hiring needs in a dynamic environment, fostering a world-class team at majo...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$94K - $140K *

Launch impactful frontend solutions by leading complex projects with JavaScript, React, and Next.js. Mentor developers and ensure architectural integrity while driving performance and best practices a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $130K *

Champion cybersecurity solutions for government systems, enhancing security measures and incident response management while driving innovative IT strategies for compliance with evolving policies and r...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $280K *

Shape the future of enterprise sales by driving new business, expanding relationships, and leading complex sales cycles while collaborating across teams to deliver customer-focused solutions and achie...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$157K - $175K *

Drive strategic revenue operations initiatives and partner across teams to enhance performance, optimize processes, and enable data-driven decision-making, ultimately promoting predictable growth and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Serve as a key driver in shaping and enforcing cybersecurity policies, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards while advising on risk management and audit readiness across the orga...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Grow your career by leading a dynamic sales team to achieve new business growth. Inspire excellence, develop strategy, and drive results in the mid-market sector of employment screening. Join us in sh...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Drive the North American enterprise sales for PerfectScale by leading a team of Account Executives. Own regional revenue generation, accelerate market presence, and strengthen operational excellence i...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$101K - $142K *

Empower your potential by providing expert compensation consulting services. Collaborate with clients to analyze data, conduct job evaluations, and strategize effective compensation programs, while me...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $250K *

Deliver exceptional sales and advisory services to high-performing entrepreneurs, driving business growth through strategic funding solutions while cultivating lasting partnerships to optimize client...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $162K *

Unlock potential by leading implementation teams for complex Appian solutions. As a trusted advisor, you’ll guide clients through architecture design and technical challenges while shaping our interna...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Innovate with us to drive business growth in network accounts. You'll engage key stakeholders, manage relationships and execute strategies to enhance performance and increase revenue in a dynamic, cli...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Advance marketing effectiveness by leveraging data insights and analytics. Lead measurement strategies for integrated digital ecosystems, driving performance evaluations and guiding teams to inform st...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and development of innovative blown polyethylene film products for industrial applications, ensuring performance, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness from con...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$131K - $237K *

Champion innovation and technical leadership in multi-cloud operations and DevSecOps. Support the Chief Engineer in driving rapid, resilient application delivery for the U.S. Air Force, integrating cu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.