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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$100K - $130K *

Champion sustainable finance initiatives in fisheries & aquaculture, leveraging market innovation and project management expertise to drive environmental impact and support global conservation efforts...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $90K *

Transform enterprise deal operations by managing complex opportunities across teams. Ensure visibility and accountability throughout the deal lifecycle, removing roadblocks to drive success from deal...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $200K *

Deliver expert program analysis and governance support for a large-scale DoD digital transformation initiative, engaging with senior leadership and managing complex multi-agency environments to optimi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Transform the landscape of DoD digital transformation by leveraging your expertise in program analysis and multi-agency coordination, while providing vital support to executive decision-making for ent...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$114K - $218K *

Lead a team that's transforming HR strategy into actionable plans. Collaborate with executives to align priorities, manage operational frameworks, and drive integration of HR initiatives for organizat...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $125K *

Advance client outcomes by leading a high-performing team of Customer Success Managers, driving retention, growth, and satisfaction metrics while shaping overall partnership strategy and addressing cl...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform legacy SAS codebases into modern SQL and Python environments by leading AI-assisted conversions, designing workflows, and ensuring accuracy through validation and best practices while mentor...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

The Tax Manager at KSM is responsible for overseeing tax engagements, supervising staff, and maintaining client relationships. This role requires a thorough understanding of tax regulations and the ab...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Engage in regulatory reporting excellence by owning and optimizing bank filings. Collaborate cross-functionally as you build the reporting function from scratch, ensuring compliance within a dynamic a...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $145K *

Manage nationwide claims under Miscellaneous Professional E&O, conducting coverage analysis, strategizing resolutions, and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure effective communication and...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $189K *

Join a dynamic team to analyze cybersecurity data, transforming insights into actionable guidance. Collaborate on assessment testing, validate vulnerabilities, and enhance the security posture of fede...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$79K - $113K *

Join us to lead revenue accounting efforts, manage monthly closes, prepare analyses, and drive system improvements for effective revenue recognition and insight generation...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $120K *

Analyze Medicaid data and policies to strengthen program integrity and operational performance. Collaborate with teams to identify risks, anomalies, and opportunities while developing actionable insig...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Engage as an analytical Product Manager, focusing on Controlled Substances data to create impactful healthcare solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality and regulatory...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$104K - $166K *

Design and implement robust observability solutions to enhance monitoring, alerting, and telemetry capabilities for enterprise platforms in cloud environments while collaborating across teams to ensur...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive enterprise sales by managing the complete sales cycle, from prospecting to closing, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative technical solutions and feedback that en...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of data with innovative ETL/ELT pipelines on Databricks. You'll lead quality engineering, operational excellence, and AI-enhanced practices while mentoring fellow engineers, ensuring...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in optimizing payment risk decisions through data analysis, experimentation, and collaboration across teams, ensuring effective loss management while minimizing manual reviews and enha...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $220K *

Unlock the potential of actuarial solutions through technology as you design and operationalize advanced models, bridging actuarial insights with executive-level business strategies to drive impactful...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of pharmacy management by developing clinical initiatives and evaluating programs for cost-effective pharmaceutical services, ensuring quality care through collaboration with various...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $90K *

Engineer impactful training programs that enhance client success through innovative learning solutions, data-driven improvements, and engaging experiences. Collaborate with partners to deliver effecti...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of B2B demand generation, leading high-impact strategies and multi-channel campaigns to scale revenue and solidify market leadership across complex organizations a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $150K *

Elevate your career by overseeing finance operations in a dynamic hospital division. Collaborate closely with teams to ensure accurate financial reporting, drive budget preparation, and enhance analyt...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Lead the integration of large-scale media datasets into machine learning workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to set data standards, ensure quality control, and translate project objecti...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of veterans' health initiatives by leading project operations that enhance VHA's recognition of support organizations, ensuring quality, accountability, and effect...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.