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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$83K - $89K *

Oversee payroll operations, ensuring timely and accurate processing while leading a team of specialists. Drive best practices for efficiency and compliance, fostering a collaborative environment to me...

Westmount, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $87K *

Manage payroll processes across multiple entities, ensuring compliance and accuracy, while providing guidance on complex discrepancies. Collaborate with stakeholders to strengthen internal controls an...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $95K *

Advance inclusive HR strategies by collaborating with leadership to improve employee engagement, talent management, and compliance across business units while fostering a culture aligned with organiza...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$87K - $106K *

Unlock your career potential by managing and enhancing a dynamic investment portfolio. Collaborate with diverse finance teams to streamline financial performance and drive strategic growth in a vibran...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K *

Empower our workforce by delivering essential HR support and driving engagement initiatives. Your expertise will enhance talent acquisition, manage complex HR processes, and analyze metrics to shape a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $118K *

Join our dynamic operations team to tackle program management challenges, ensure timely deliverables, and foster cross-functional collaboration for continuous improvement while driving impactful resul...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $118K *

Lead the charge in shaping effective operational strategies, managing complex programs, and ensuring timely, within-budget project completions. Utilize exceptional communication and leadership skills...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$81K - $86K *

Empower our team as you provide comprehensive HR support, enhancing employee experiences and driving organizational initiatives. Collaborate across functions to streamline processes and foster a posit...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$122K - $132K *

Contribute to building a robust global payroll and equity system. This role involves defining processes across jurisdictions, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with Finance and People Ops in a fa...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Manage the Rippling HRIS platform to enhance HR processes and drive data-driven insights across teams. Collaborate with HR and leadership to maintain data integrity and compliance while optimizing sys...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $132K *

Lead a dynamic Customer Support team to elevate customer experience and manage inquiries effectively across channels, focusing on quality and speed while fostering team engagement and personal develop...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$111K - $122K *

Lead the charge in maximizing customer satisfaction by effectively managing a team of Customer Support Payments Specialists. Strategically enhance service quality while driving team engagement and per...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of payroll tax compliance by leading a dedicated team, ensuring adherence to regulations for a large workforce while driving strategic improvements and managing au...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's committed to delivering accurate and timely payroll services. Lead the payroll function by ensuring compliance, supporting team inquiries, and implementing strategic initiatives whi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in implementing Oracle Cloud HCM solutions by gathering requirements, managing configurations, and collaborating with stakeholders to optimize HR processes and ensure project success a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $136K *

Tackle payroll tax compliance for the U.S. while managing a diverse team. Ensure timely filings and optimize processes by collaborating across departments and external vendors. Drive operational resul...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$91K - $136K *

Join a team that oversees payroll tax compliance and leads a diverse group. Drive operational excellence, foster staff development, and ensure timely and accurate filings across jurisdictions while ma...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $136K *

Empower your career by leading payroll tax compliance efforts across regions. Manage a diverse team, optimize processes, and ensure accurate tax filings while collaborating with various departments to...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$91K - $136K *

Lead the charge in payroll tax compliance, overseeing a diverse team and ensuring accurate tax filings while collaborating across departments to enhance processes and system integrations for optimal r...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $95K *

Analyze, assess, and enhance compensation and benefits programs while ensuring compliance and competitiveness. Collaborate with leadership to model compensation scenarios, manage vendor relationships...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $95K *

Transform your career by overseeing benefit programs and vendor performance, ensuring compliance with laws like FMLA and ERISA. Enhance employee satisfaction while managing costs related to health, we...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading talent acquisition strategies. Drive recruitment efforts, source top candidates, and improve hiring processes in a dynamic environment. Join us to enhance our team and f...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing HR Information Systems. As a Sr. People Systems Analyst, you will enhance Workday functionality, support HR initiatives, and ensure data integrity across Abs...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Transform payroll management by leading and optimizing processes for a diverse workforce across multiple states. Drive accuracy and compliance while fostering team development and continuous improveme...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $98K *

Champion payroll excellence by leading strategic initiatives in complex healthcare environments. Drive compliance, optimize processes, and enhance the employee experience with innovative payroll solut...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.