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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$143K - $179K *

Advance your career by managing comprehensive tax compliance processes, driving strategic tax planning, and optimizing procedures while collaborating with diverse teams to ensure adherence to evolving...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$112K - $179K *

Unlock potential by leading complex contract negotiations and managing strategic initiatives. Collaborate with executives, provide legal guidance, and foster customer relationships while ensuring comp...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in designing and automating cloud infrastructures across AWS, Azure, and GCP. Empower clients to drive cloud adoption through secure, scalable solutions, and mentor teams while enhanci...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering technical excellence in pre-sales support. You will partner with sales to transform customer needs into tailored solutions and demos, ensuring alignment and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$76K - $93K *

Elevate your technical expertise as you tackle complex application support challenges, lead incident resolution efforts, and drive innovation in AI-enabled solutions, ensuring seamless operations and...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$106K - $160K *

Transform state income tax audit processes by effectively managing audits and serving as the main liaison with tax authorities. Leverage your expertise to document tax positions, handle compliance, an...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $241K *

Join as a strategic partner driving HR initiatives that enhance employee engagement, performance, and organizational culture. Collaborate with leadership to address complex challenges and enable talen...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by serving as a strategic HR partner, enhancing engagement and fostering inclusivity. Drive performance management, workforce planning, and talent development to support organizationa...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform customer engagements by owning the project lifecycle and collaborating across teams to ensure successful delivery and strong client relationships in high-tech environments...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $170K *

Unlock potential by leading our revenue operations systems and automating processes. Partner with teams to enhance Salesforce and GTM tech, ensuring data integrity while driving operational efficiency...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $180K *

Join a cross-functional team to drive tax incentive strategies across North America. Manage compliance and collaborate with various departments for data center expansions, ensuring maximum benefits th...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $150K *

Lead global program initiatives by driving cross-functional collaboration and change management. Utilize strategic insights to enhance revenue and execute solutions seamlessly, while engaging senior s...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive the optimization and support of ERP systems across multiple manufacturing businesses. Lead implementations, develop strategies, and ensure seamless integration to enhance operational excellence...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to client success by leading payroll projects, mentoring teams, and enhancing internal processes. Leverage your expertise in Workday to creatively solve challenges while ensuring quality se...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$103K - $136K *

Transform employee relations by guiding leaders and staff in navigating workplace issues, compliance, and investigations while promoting a positive culture aligned with business goals...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by supporting the Epidemiology team with data analysis, developing innovative methods for observational data reporting, and managing stakeholder relationships across multiple projects...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Deliver impactful ERP solutions by managing complex implementations, leading cross-functional teams, and ensuring projects align with business objectives while remaining on time and within budget...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and optimize business rule logic, ensuring alignment with operational goals. Collaborate with multiple departments to identify and resolve technical limitations, fosteri...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in designing and developing Oracle/NetSuite integrations. Own the connector lifecycle, collaborating with product and engineering teams to deliver innovative solutions and technical me...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K - $138K *

Research and analyze complex accounting transactions while ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and SOX. Collaborate across teams to improve processes, document findings, and assist in SEC reporting and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$118K - $196K *

Grow your career with our energized advisory team, delivering innovative Workday Financial solutions while streamlining client processes and enhancing governance across projects such as Financial Acco...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $140K *

Unlock compensation strategies to attract and retain talent, partnering with various teams to ensure competitive and equitable pay practices while analyzing market trends and administering key compens...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $130K *

Transform your HR skills by partnering with the Design team to enhance talent development, drive strategic workforce planning, and strengthen employee relations in a dynamic, remote environment focuse...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$61K - $102K *

Unlock procurement excellence by executing strategic commodity plans, enhancing supplier relationships, and driving continuous improvements to meet delivery, quality, and cost targets. Collaborate cro...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $160K *

Analyze and drive compensation strategies by leveraging data insights, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. Partner with leadership to support equity and efficiency in compensation pract...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week 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.