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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$104K - $130K *

Champion the design, development, and maintenance of application interfaces and APIs while leading integration efforts. This role requires expertise in GoAnywhere MFT, server administration, and Micro...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in optimizing white wool manufacturing processes, enhancing product quality, and driving continuous improvement across multiple plants. Shape best practices and performance standards w...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Explore a pivotal role in network security transformation, guiding customers through their zero trust journey. Lead technical solutions that align with business needs while showcasing our cybersecurit...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$204K - $281K *

Transform customer security by leading technical solutions in network security and zero trust initiatives. Collaborate with teams to demonstrate expertise, architect secure solutions, and ensure produ...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Reimagine network security with your expertise in solutions architecture, guiding clients through their zero trust journey while showcasing industry-leading technology and support. Collaborate cross-f...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer strategic partner development by recruiting ISOs and agents, leveraging non-self generated leads to expand revenue networks, and nurturing robust client relationships for optimal growth in the...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$122K - $165K *

Champion revenue growth by leading a strategic sales team in healthcare solutions. Drive initiatives, collaborate with leadership, and leverage consultative sales techniques to optimize processes and...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $112K *

Transform your career with a pivotal role in demand planning, enhancing forecast accuracy and driving continuous improvement through data analysis and collaboration with cross-functional teams...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape innovative solutions by leveraging your Salesforce expertise to architect, deliver, and optimize high-performing systems. Collaborate across teams to drive integration, strategy, and technical e...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$79K - $122K *

Lead the charge in managing complex construction projects, overseeing design, execution, and compliance for municipal facilities. Collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure adherence to budgets...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $110K *

Champion innovative solutions by developing scalable internal applications and automating workflows. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency, improve data quality, and support...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $138K *

Deliver expert training and support in NICU applications, enhancing clinical education and user proficiency to optimize patient care and drive customer satisfaction throughout the implementation and p...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$171K - $303K *

Inspire innovative solutions in the intersection of software, data, and AI/ML as you develop and refine data labeling platforms for autonomous vehicles, driving impactful projects that enhance machine...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize service delivery across managed cloud customers by leading incident management, coordinating operations, and ensuring SLA compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance performance and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$83K - $105K *

Innovate financial management strategies for a diverse client portfolio, overseeing monthly project accounting, revenue forecasting, and compliance processes to enhance operational efficiency and clie...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Optimize legacy web applications through modern development practices, leveraging React and Node.js. Contribute to agile teams, enhancing performance and scalability, while delivering impactful soluti...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $170K *

Lead a dedicated team to drive client success across diverse delivery modes, ensuring effective governance and coordination. Drive business development within a portfolio, nurturing critical client re...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Elevate client partnerships by solving complex business challenges. Seek out and establish new connections while fostering long-term relationships to drive success and become a trusted advisor in the...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $210K *

Empower compliance excellence by reviewing procurement documents and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. Collaborate with teams to compile reports and streamline operational processes with a f...

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Yesterday

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

$90K - $110K *

Shape our talent acquisition strategy by connecting with key leaders and candidates. Leverage data and innovative sourcing techniques to build diverse talent pipelines for go-to-market roles, enhancin...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$70K - $120K *

Elevate partner success through effective onboarding, management, and strategic growth initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive integration, enhance performance, and streamline processes f...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $158K *

Pioneer identity and access management initiatives within a critical DoD program. Drive cutting-edge Zero Trust architecture and optimize user access for heightened security in a complex enterprise en...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $158K *

Join a key role in strengthening security for a large DoD program through optimal identity lifecycle management, advanced IAM technologies, and Zero Trust implementation, ensuring compliance and enhan...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $180K *

Advance your career by optimizing complex deal processes and driving scalable efficiencies. Become a key partner to stakeholders across sales and customer success in shaping deal strategies and delive...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $334K *

Champion enterprise customer success by owning technical relationships and delivering innovative AI solutions throughout the implementation lifecycle. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seamless...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.