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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$70K - $95K *

Champion payroll accuracy and continuity by processing full-cycle domestic payroll, managing time tracking, and ensuring compliance. Your keen eye for detail and commitment to confidentiality will dri...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$77K - $89K *

Unlock potential by managing full-cycle payroll processes, ensuring compliance with CRA and labor laws, and collaborating with HR and finance teams for accurate and timely payroll administration in a...

Oshawa, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $85K *

Transform the payroll process by ensuring accurate, timely payroll for a global organization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, maintain compliance with regulations, and provide exceptional emp...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining payroll operations. In this role, you'll oversee complex remittance, mentor colleagues, and enhance processes in a fast-paced, multi-state environment, driving accuracy a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $106K *

Drive organizational success by ensuring accurate payroll processing and compliance. Engage in managing employee inquiries and payroll records, fostering a supportive environment for city employees wi...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $93K *

Lead the charge in payroll operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance across domestic and international payroll cycles while mentoring junior staff and optimizing processes in a dynamic law firm env...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$84K - $102K *

Grow your career with us by ensuring accurate payroll operations through complex transactions and reconciliations. Collaborate with a high-performing team, showcasing your expertise in payroll complia...

6 days ago

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

$90K *

Manage payroll operations by ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in processing payroll data while collaborating with HR to address employee compensation and reporting needs...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$81K - $101K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring payroll accuracy and compliance. Your expertise will improve employee satisfaction through precise payroll processing and timely responses to inquiries, all in...

1 week ago

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

$72K - $89K *

Contribute to accurate payroll operations for Canadian employees, ensuring compliance with laws and collective agreements while enhancing systems and team collaboration for operational excellence in a...

Grand Forks, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$72K - $89K *

Manage end-to-end payroll processing and compliance for Canadian employees, ensuring accuracy in data management and timekeeping. Collaborate across teams while addressing inquiries and improving syst...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$72K - $89K *

Unlock potential by driving seamless payroll processing, ensuring compliance, and enhancing data management for Canadian employees while fostering a collaborative team environment and supporting opera...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $95K *

Accelerate payroll excellence as a Senior Payroll Specialist, championing compliance, governance, and efficiency in multi-state payroll operations while optimizing ADP systems and collaborating with c...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K *

Shape payroll processes for a diverse workforce by administering full-cycle payroll, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with teams to maintain accuracy. Leverage your expertise in payroll systems...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by managing key aspects of retirement plan administration, supporting audits, and ensuring compliance while collaborating with a dedicated HR Benefits team to enhance overall servi...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $90K *

Join the people team as a Global Payroll Specialist, driving accurate payroll across regions, engaging with team members for inquiries, and ensuring compliance for a seamless payroll experience. Be pr...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$68K - $108K *

Help us ensure payroll accuracy and compliance by managing bi-weekly payroll processing, timekeeping, and financial reporting while collaborating with various departments to drive efficiency and uphol...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$62K - $99K *

Shape the future of payroll excellence by ensuring accurate and compliant processing, collaborating with teams, and enhancing financial reporting in a dynamic consulting environment...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$62K - $99K *

Take ownership of precise payroll processing, compliance, and labor reporting in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with HR and Accounting to support accurate financial performance and enhance operati...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$62K - $99K *

Transform payroll operations within our consulting firm by ensuring accurate processing, compliance with regulations, and effective timekeeping. Collaborate with accounting and HR to optimize project...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$62K - $99K *

Optimize payroll processes for accuracy and compliance in a dynamic consulting environment. Collaborate with accounting and HR teams to enhance labor reporting and financial performance across project...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$62K - $99K *

Support accurate payroll processing by ensuring compliance and timely reporting. Collaborate across teams to maintain payroll integrity while enhancing processes and resolving discrepancies. This role...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$62K - $99K *

Join a team that's integral to payroll accuracy and compliance within the Architecture and Engineering consulting sector. Collaborate with Accounting and HR to ensure accurate payroll processing, labo...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$62K - $99K *

Elevate payroll accuracy and compliance while collaborating across finance and HR. Drive efficient processing, support project labor reporting, and enhance operational effectiveness within a dynamic c...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$62K - $99K *

Contribute to accurate payroll processing by ensuring compliance and collaboration across HR and Accounting. This role is essential for supporting payroll accuracy, project allocations, and financial...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.