Explore Payroll Specialist Jobs

Find Payroll Specialist opportunities that match your experience in payroll processing, compliance, reporting, and employee support. Ladders features vetted professional roles with compensation of $100,000 or more, including senior and leadership-level positions for payroll experts.

What Payroll Specialists Do

Payroll Specialists help ensure employees are paid accurately and on time. Their work may include managing payroll cycles, reviewing time and attendance data, maintaining employee records, resolving pay questions, and preparing payroll reports. Depending on the organization and role level, they may also oversee payroll systems, coordinate with HR and finance teams, and support audits.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for strong attention to detail, discretion with sensitive information, and knowledge of payroll processes and applicable regulations. Experience with payroll platforms, HRIS tools, spreadsheet analysis, tax and benefits deductions, reconciliations, and multi-state or international payroll can be valuable. Senior roles may require team leadership, process improvement, and experience managing complex payroll operations.

Payroll Specialist Career Opportunities

Payroll career paths can lead to senior payroll specialist, payroll analyst, payroll manager, or payroll operations leadership roles. Opportunities vary by industry and organization size, with responsibilities shaped by workforce complexity, systems, and regulatory requirements. Browse current listings to find roles aligned with your background and career goals.

Find $100K+ Payroll Specialist Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, compare positions, and identify openings that fit your payroll expertise and next career step.

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$128K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team to lead payroll operations in a large organization, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Leverage your expertise in Workday and healthcare payroll to drive strategic initiatives and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$190K - $223K *

Elevate your career by leading payroll operations across the US and Canada. Drive compliance, enhance processes, and empower your team during a period of growth while collaborating with cross-function...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Manage the Accounts Payable process, ensuring timely and accurate invoice processing, vendor maintenance, and compliance with internal controls. Collaborate with finance teams to optimize cash flow an...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Join us to enhance client onboarding experiences by leveraging your analytic and project management skills. You'll simplify complex information, build trust, and implement HCM solutions, ensuring clie...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Champion client success by leveraging your analytical and project management skills to deliver exceptional onboarding experiences for HCM products, ensuring clients confidently utilize our solutions w...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Empower clients by leveraging your analytical and project management skills to create exceptional onboarding experiences. Collaborate with teams to implement HCM solutions, ensuring client satisfactio...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$137K - $180K *

Contribute to the financial management of critical national security programs by overseeing budgeting processes, conducting analyses, and supporting acquisition efforts within the Air Force Rapid Capa...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $145K *

Champion accurate payroll processing and compliance while leading system implementations. Collaborate with teams and vendors to optimize operations and ensure timely salary distribution, enhancing emp...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in payroll excellence by ensuring timely, accurate processing and compliance. Collaborate with teams and vendors to implement innovative payroll solutions while enhancing employee sati...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion accurate payroll processing and compliance while managing third-party vendor relationships. Drive payroll technology projects and ensure seamless integration of policies, enhancing employee s...

New York, NYRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role in optimizing and supporting Workday HCM. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure effective HR processes, enhance data integrity, and drive ongoing system improve...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform sales strategies and lead a dynamic team to exceed targets. Drive growth through effective recruitment, training, and relationship-building while embodying core values that foster a thriving...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Grow and inspire a high-performing sales team while driving strategic business initiatives to expand our customer base and achieve sales goals. Collaborate with leadership to foster a culture of excel...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Engage with us to leverage your employment tax expertise, advising global organizations on complex compensation and tax matters. Drive impactful solutions while mentoring team members and collaboratin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$142K - $181K *

Elevate the Wastewater Treatment Division's financial operations by leading budget management, payroll oversight, and team mentorship. Drive strategic planning and ensure financial resiliency while co...

2 days ago

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

$150K - $250K *

Empower your career by managing payroll and people operations across multiple entities. Ensure timely payroll processing, benefits administration, and compliance while collaborating with various teams...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a Payroll Assistant, supporting payroll processing and maintaining accurate employee records. Utilize your organizational skills to ensure timely payments and collaborate with v...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $115K *

Join a team that empowers a nationwide workforce through precision payroll management, compliance, and automation. As a hands-on leader, you will enhance processes and ensure accuracy while managing a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead payroll operations by ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in payroll processes. Collaborate with administration to manage staff, audits, and reporting while implementing effective payro...

1 week ago

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

$116K - $147K *

Elevate your career by managing complex Payroll integrations and system designs. Oversee SDLC modifications, ensure documentation aligns with functional needs, and drive improvements in Workday Payrol...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$116K - $147K *

Optimize system performance by leading Payroll integration projects, ensuring alignment with user needs and organizational architecture. Manage complex issues and deliver solutions that enhance busine...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$116K - $147K *

Unlock the potential of complex systems as you lead Payroll integrations, ensuring seamless operations and optimal design. Manage projects, approve documentation, and drive improvements in Workday Pay...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K *

Transform your career by executing precise data entry and tracking processes. Collaborate with teams to ensure accuracy in financial documentation while maintaining confidentiality and enhancing opera...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $95K *

Optimize payroll processes and HRIS management to ensure accuracy and compliance. Collaborate with teams to enhance employee experience and drive continuous improvement in payroll operations while lev...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $120K *

Manage payroll processing and maintain accurate employee records while ensuring timely payments. Collaborate with HR and Finance to resolve discrepancies and support payroll audits, all while upholdin...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Payroll Specialist do?question toggle

    A Payroll Specialist helps process payroll accurately and on schedule, maintains payroll records, reviews time and pay data, addresses employee questions, and may prepare reports or support compliance and audits.

  • What qualifications are common for Payroll Specialist jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often value payroll experience, careful handling of confidential data, familiarity with payroll or HRIS software, strong analytical skills, and knowledge of relevant payroll procedures and regulations.

  • What skills are important for a Payroll Specialist?question toggle

    Attention to detail, accuracy, discretion, organization, communication, and problem-solving are important. Experience with payroll systems, reconciliations, reporting, and complex or multi-state payroll may also be useful.

  • What career paths are available for Payroll Specialists?question toggle

    Payroll Specialists may advance into senior specialist, payroll analyst, payroll manager, or payroll operations leadership positions, depending on their experience and interests.

  • Are there Payroll Specialist jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Yes. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including senior payroll and payroll leadership opportunities. Availability and requirements vary by employer and location.