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 - $95K *

Partner with us to empower our teams in driving performance and culture. In this role, you will be the key contact for People-related needs, supporting initiatives that enhance engagement and foster a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $125K *

Elevate customer success by leading complex implementations and enhancing project delivery. Collaborate with diverse teams, mentor project managers, and optimize processes for sustainable excellence i...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$117K - $176K *

Lead transformative operational and technology initiatives to enhance patient access and improve revenue cycle performance. Drive enterprise-wide projects in collaboration with stakeholders while ensu...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$106K - $111K *

Help us manage treasury and banking operations by ensuring efficient, accurate payment processing and maintaining banking relationships to support seamless money movement across global entities...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$64K - $121K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop cutting-edge full-stack applications using Microsoft technologies. Be responsible for building REST APIs, optimizing databases, and implementing cloud solutio...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence through application support for enterprise middleware, focusing on integration services, troubleshooting, and modernization using cutting-edge technologies. Engage in 24x7...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by driving complex sales cycles and developing opportunities in Data & AI. Work closely with clients and internal teams to deliver innovative solutions that align with business needs...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$84K - $129K *

Drive impactful energy solutions by guiding clients through project strategies and operational improvements. Collaborate with technical experts on diverse projects shaped by market trends and innovati...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Unlock the potential of legal AI by leading pilots and research projects, transforming legal expertise into scalable solutions while ensuring quality and compliance across diverse workflows and stakeh...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in developing and maintaining robust enterprise infrastructure. Oversee full lifecycle of design, deployment, and modernization across hybrid environments, ensuring compliance with sec...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $195K *

Pioneer growth strategies for high-growth consumer businesses. Lead cross-functional teams to integrate media, data, and creative solutions that drive scalable commercial success with a focus on innov...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$117K - $147K *

Unlock innovation as a Fullstack AI Engineer, designing and delivering AI-powered applications that tackle complex global challenges while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user exp...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive high-quality federal proposals by managing timelines, content, and teams, ensuring compliance with RFx requirements. Collaborate cross-functionally to produce compelling and accurate responses t...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $197K *

Transform client relationships by leading diverse teams, driving project success, and fostering partnerships. Leverage your cost management expertise to enhance performance while contributing to strat...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$104K - $166K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in AI/ML solutions across multi-cloud environments. Apply your expertise in deployment, data engineering, and optimization while collaborating to enhance governme...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as you engage in the technical delivery and configuration of digital banking products, ensuring smooth implementations and driving client satisfaction through problem-solving and...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of energy by leading Generation Integration and load Interconnection studies within the WECC footprint, optimizing project interconnection strategies, and modeling renewable generatio...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $125K *

Lead the charge in optimizing and securing networks across data centers, offices, and cloud environments. Play a critical role in infrastructure development that supports connectivity for global partn...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $165K *

Unlock potential by spearheading sales of cutting-edge Identity Security Solutions. Collaborate within a virtual team to exceed revenue goals while delivering outstanding customer experiences and stra...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$109K - $165K *

Empower organizations by driving sales for Identity Security Solutions. Lead collaborative engagements with clients and partners to ensure superior service, exceed revenue goals, and optimize account...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Innovate your career as you develop and optimize Paid Social programs across multiple platforms, leveraging data and creativity to drive customer engagement and revenue growth. Collaborate with divers...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Collaborate to optimize and execute Paid Social strategies across multiple platforms while leveraging data insights to drive customer acquisition, revenue growth, and lifetime value. Partner with cros...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$113K - $150K *

The Enterprise Security Sales Specialist will collaborate with Enterprise Account Executives to promote Datadog's Security platform to key accounts, focusing on expanding the customer base and moderni...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $179K *

Join a dynamic team as you handle complex Directors and Officers claims, ensuring timely resolutions and excellent customer service. Adapt and strategize effectively in a flexible work environment wit...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $190K *

Drive security architecture for identity and privileged access in complex multi-domain environments. Set standards, lead implementations, and manage governance across various identity platforms and cl...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 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.