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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$120K - $128K *

Lead a team dedicated to overseeing effective payroll tax operations across multiple states, ensuring compliance and accuracy while managing high-volume employer accounts and fostering continuous impr...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading SAP payroll support, ensuring seamless integration, and driving enhancements aligned with business requirements and best practices for optimal operational efficiency...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$94K - $189K *

Optimize financial planning and analysis processes while delivering actionable insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance reporting quality and support strategic decisions for the US...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $110K *

Optimize tax compliance and accounting processes while leveraging expertise in financial analysis, technology implementation, and collaborative teamwork to drive operational efficiency across global t...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$67K - $98K *

Optimize payroll processing efficiency by managing complex accounting functions that ensure timely and accurate payroll for over 26,000 County employees. Engage in reconciliation, reporting, and compl...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$140K - $160K *

Transform payroll operations by leading a centralized team ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency for a large workforce across multiple entities. Collaborate with management to enhance processe...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $160K *

Drive payroll operations for 10,000+ employees across multiple entities, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Manage a dynamic team to enhance payroll systems while executing strategic goals and meetin...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead a high-performing payroll team to ensure accurate and compliant payroll delivery across multiple states. Drive process improvements and foster a culture of accountability and growth while enhanci...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $90K *

Elevate our Accounts Payable operations by ensuring accuracy in processing vendor invoices, resolving discrepancies, and providing excellent support to internal and external clients. Collaborate with...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in project controls for a transformative transportation program, ensuring effective scheduling, budgeting, and risk management while collaborating with teams to meet project ambitions...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Drive project success by managing scheduling, cost control, and risk management functions. Collaborate with teams to analyze data, maintain documentation, and implement effective project controls for...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $120K *

Manage payroll processes efficiently by ensuring accurate transactions for domestic and international employees while complying with diverse regulations. Collaborate closely with finance and HR teams...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $90K *

Play a key role in managing the full accounts receivable collections cycle, ensuring timely payments, resolving disputes, and fostering strong relationships to maintain a healthy cash flow and reduce...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive the full payroll implementation process, ensuring customer satisfaction and compliance from start to finish. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot, train, and continuously enhance the onboardin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$82K - $90K *

Champion advanced IT support, guiding junior staff and resolving complex incidents while managing identity, endpoint, and application layers for significant operational efficiency...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $104K *

Transform the employee experience by partnering with managers to navigate complex HR issues, ensuring compliance with labor laws and enhancing workplace relations in a dynamic, service-oriented enviro...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $104K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing employee experiences through effective people operations. In this role, you'll support managers and staff while ensuring compliance with California labor laws...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Engage as a Payroll Manager overseeing payroll operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance while leading a team. Contribute to a stable transitional environment and collaborate with HR and accounting...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $85K *

Join us to drive revenue operations through project ownership and data management, ensuring seamless communication between Sales and Marketing. Your insights will fuel operational efficiency, enabling...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $105K *

Unlock potential by driving sales growth for payroll solutions in the small to mid-sized business sector. Engage with clients directly and foster relationships through effective presentations, while m...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Elevate employee satisfaction by managing and enhancing benefits and compensation programs. Drive organizational objectives through strategic administration of insurance, compliance, and employee reco...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $90K *

Lead payroll operations to ensure accurate, timely compensation and compliance. Collaborate with finance and HR teams and maintain confidentiality while managing sensitive employee information. Drive...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$143K - $148K *

Join our team to lead the Payroll Services Office, ensuring compliance and optimizing payroll operations while fostering a culture of accountability, efficiency, and continuous improvement within the...

4 weeks ago

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

$118K - $196K *

Elevate your consulting career by joining a dynamic team delivering Workday HCM solutions. Drive client transformations with hands-on expertise in payroll and absence management while mentoring fellow...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$118K - $196K *

Join a dynamic team to deliver innovative Workday HCM solutions, driving impactful transformations. Lead projects in Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking while streamlining processes and enhancing clie...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.