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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$134K - $209K *

Create a cohesive security operations platform ecosystem by defining architecture, driving integration standards, and enabling AI for actionable insights. Collaborate across teams to build reusable so...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$119K - $163K *

Optimize educational outcomes by applying advanced statistical methodologies and managing large datasets. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to drive innovative research in learning sciences, t...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Advance your career by managing financial operations and reporting across U.S. and European entities. Play an integral role in budget management, compliance, and leading a finance assistant in dynamic...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Join as a Principal Business Intelligence Analyst to design and deliver advanced analytics solutions. Lead projects from concept to deployment, ensuring alignment between business strategy and technic...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $130K *

Drive innovation and collaboration in a dynamic environment where empowerment and growth thrive. Join our award-winning team to enhance healthcare financial management and make a significant impact wi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Innovate partnerships to maximize revenue and scale impactful strategies. Drive partner engagement, training, and relationship management while leveraging technology for automated workflows and system...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading revenue integrity initiatives to optimize charge capture, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency across clinical departments while managing market-level strategy an...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$305K - $355K *

Champion enterprise planning and performance management, providing data-driven insights and forecasts. Collaborate with leadership to align strategies and operational execution, driving decision-makin...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $250K *

Accelerate your career by leveraging your network to drive media sales success. Collaborate with leadership to secure high-value contracts and provide valuable market insights while working in a dynam...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $100K *

Champion the management of Workers Compensation claims, oversee and guide multiple teams, and ensure excellence in adjudication by leveraging your expertise and collaborative skills. Drive innovative...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $220K *

Drive compliance excellence by building and managing a comprehensive program that ensures regulatory adherence across operations, finance, and engineering. Collaborate effectively with multiple teams...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$66K - $99K *

Drive impactful learning by designing diverse educational solutions that leverage technology and adult learning principles. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance educational experiences a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$150K - $200K *

Drive innovative data solutions by becoming the core owner of data products, collaborating across teams to enhance data quality and customer engagement, all while operating with autonomy in a high-gro...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $165K *

Drive operational excellence as a Senior Manager leading a global team at the nexus of business analysis, Salesforce administration, and compliance, while enhancing business efficiency across critical...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$101K - $125K *

Unlock your potential by driving growth as a key player in a dynamic sales team. Collaborate with talented professionals to deliver tailored solutions and foster long-term client relationships, ultima...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$388K - $500K+*

Shape the future of internal employee productivity by designing innovative software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver user-friendly, scalable applications, leveraging AI to...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$96K - $192K *

Transform your career by leading the development of complex energy projects. Utilize your technical and financial expertise to drive initiatives that enhance resiliency and energy efficiency for feder...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$69K - $100K *

Partner with us to enhance state agency operations through expert IT support, solution development, and systems management, ensuring effective electronic medical record management for Michigan's hospi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Shape the future of energy projects by managing development activities across Canada, focusing on Quebec. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage budgets, and identify new opportunities to ensure projec...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$69K - $100K *

Advance the realm of healthcare technology by analyzing, supporting, and enhancing complex EMR systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure effective solutions and maintain the integrity of state...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Drive pipeline generation and market expansion by leading a high-performing sales development team. Leverage AI for efficiency, optimize strategies, and enhance talent performance in a fast-paced, reg...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $200K *

Grow your career by taking ownership of data products, optimizing analysis, and enhancing data quality within a dynamic team—drive impactful insights to deliver value to investor clients and shape the...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$126K - $154K *

Drive your career with innovative applied research in healthcare transformation, managing multidisciplinary teams to enhance care delivery, improve outcomes, and engage with clients on impactful proje...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$157K - $298K *

Transform your career by partnering with global stakeholders to drive HR initiatives in a dynamic environment. Lead strategic workforce planning, manage employee engagement, and support key business t...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $100K *

Engage with cross-functional teams as a Program Manager, ensuring projects meet client needs and expectations. Support the creative process, manage project execution, and enhance client satisfaction i...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.