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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$76K - $134K *

Build relationships by engaging journalists and influencers to enhance community perception. Monitor trends and use AI tools to streamline communication efforts, fostering collaboration within the tea...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$91K - $152K *

Drive the successful execution of Major Component Upgrade and Blade projects, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and budget standards while fostering strong customer relationships and leading p...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Engage as a key tax leader, managing corporate income tax provisions, compliance, and strategic initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate reporting and guide business dec...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$155K - $200K *

Unlock new potential as you lead complex Workiva implementations, collaborating with finance teams to enhance financial reporting and disclosure processes while driving exceptional client outcomes acr...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$144K - $186K *

Lead the charge in transforming financial reporting through Workiva implementations. Engage with stakeholders, ensure successful project execution, and mentor teams while delivering innovative solutio...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$76K - $116K *

Shape the future of grant management by overseeing the full lifecycle, from proposal development and submission to compliance. Collaborate with teams to ensure timely, high-quality submissions and aid...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

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

$150K - $180K *

Drive strategic sales initiatives, mentor the sales team, and exceed quotas through collaboration and leadership in a dynamic healthcare technology environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$91K - $152K *

Oversee the execution of major component projects across North America, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and budget requirements while fostering strong client relationships and leading diverse t...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$228K - $279K *

Shape the future of user experiences as a Senior Web Engineer, driving the development of scalable frontend systems. Collaborate with Product and Design to create innovative solutions in a fluid, dyna...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$154K - $234K *

Elevate your career by leading teams to build and optimize cutting-edge data platforms, impacting industries worldwide while fostering innovation, collaboration, and growth in a customer-centric envir...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading the effective management of Insurance Broking Accounts, ensuring compliance, improving cash collection, and fostering collaboration across finance and operations for optima...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Make your mark by driving revenue growth through strategic sales efforts targeting large Enterprise-level accounts. Leverage your expertise to streamline hiring processes while contributing to our dyn...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower organizational leadership by driving HR initiatives, fostering employee engagement, ensuring compliance, and managing the employee lifecycle from onboarding to exit. Collaborate cross-function...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $216K *

Unlock impactful financial decisions by leading legal financial operations. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance forecasting, analytics, and governance. Drive transparency and continuous improvem...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$92K - $166K *

Transform software applications by implementing Okta authentication for multiple DOJ systems. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions in a dynamic, remote environment, ensuring complian...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Drive sales and develop relationships with financial advisors across various channels to enhance market share and revenue for investment products, while collaborating with team members to leverage dat...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $141K *

Join us to design and develop high-performance mechanical solutions for airborne systems. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative aviation technologies that empower defense operations and enhan...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's optimizing deal structures while providing expert guidance to Sales Leadership and stakeholders. Collaborate across departments to enhance pricing strategies, ensure contract compli...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's reshaping the edtech landscape by driving sales and expanding market presence. In this remote role, you’ll leverage your entrepreneurial spirit to develop client relationships and i...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $160K *

Join a team that's leading the commissioning of critical power systems for large-scale data centers. Drive project planning and execution, ensuring safe, timely, and effective delivery within a high-i...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $220K *

Drive impactful sales initiatives as a Senior Account Executive, engaging prospects in transforming their compensation strategies. Collaborate with teams to optimize customer experiences and influence...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$127K - $203K *

Engage customers and drive strategic growth by managing key accounts, fostering strong relationships, and executing comprehensive account strategies to ensure satisfaction and exceed revenue targets...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$85K - $95K *

Transform procurement operations by leveraging Coupa software to enhance efficiency, manage vendor relationships, and ensure compliance in strategic sourcing and accounts payable processes...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing accounts payable processes, ensuring accurate invoice processing, timely vendor payments, and compliance. Manage a dynamic team while driving process improvements to enha...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Lead strategic alliances while driving partner success and sales growth. Optimize collaboration across teams to enhance account retention and deliver value, championing industry best practices and inn...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.