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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$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in complex client implementations for public safety software, ensuring successful delivery, mentoring junior staff, and driving quality outcomes with minimal oversight throughout the f...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of public safety by leading complex software implementations. This role involves managing client projects with independence, mentoring junior staff, and driving quality outcomes throu...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$99K *

Lead the charge in ensuring HR compliance and risk management, facilitating resolutions, and conducting investigations. Collaborate with various teams to uphold policies while enhancing workplace rela...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $100K *

Champion accuracy in payroll accounting and optimize processes. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and enhance financial reporting. Your insights will drive improvements and ensure audit-re...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$67K - $95K *

Join us to shape the future of payroll accounting. Own the accuracy of financial reporting, collaborate with teams, and enhance processes using Oracle systems. Your expertise will be vital in ensuring...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $158K *

Oversee and enhance payroll operations for U.S. and Canadian employees, ensuring precise compliance and timely execution. Collaborate with HR and finance to uphold payroll integrity while managing a m...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$68K - $93K *

Engage as an IT Analyst, providing innovative support and solutions for enterprise technologies. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues, enhance user expe...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Discover a dynamic role managing U.S. payroll and benefits, ensuring compliance and accuracy while scaling operations. Collaborate cross-functionally to streamline processes and support global expansi...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $138K *

Advance global compensation practices by managing programs, data accuracy, and job architecture across multiple regions. Leverage analytical expertise to ensure competitive, equitable, and scalable co...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $95K *

Support dynamic government operations by managing budgets, facilitating projects, and providing administrative aid to leaders and teams. Collaborate across departments to ensure compliance and streaml...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Optimize financial management and budget execution support for DoD programs. Engage in comprehensive program analysis, budget formulation, and execution oversight while ensuring compliance throughout...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $150K *

Help us enhance our tax strategies by managing compliance, leading initiatives, and collaborating across teams. This pivotal role supports organizational goals while providing a clear path for career...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $150K *

Drive comprehensive acquisition lifecycle management to support government R&D initiatives. Collaborate with technical and project teams to ensure funding accuracy and compliance, while analyzing fina...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Elevate your career by managing payroll operations, ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing, compliance with regulations, and driving process improvements in a dynamic multi-state environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Elevate fund performance by analyzing commercial real estate investments, translating asset-level data into strategic insights. Collaborate with senior management and the acquisitions team to inform c...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer scalable architecture and technical strategies that drive innovation. Collaborate with stakeholders to influence product design and enhance an industry-leading HCM and payroll platform while g...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of payroll and HR systems by leading innovative processes and optimizing human capital management tools. Collaborate with leadership to enhance efficiency, legal compliance, and team...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $107K *

Shape the future of payroll management by leading processing functions, overseeing retirement operations, and supporting staff development in a fast-paced environment dedicated to accuracy and complia...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $230K *

Drive transformation of Enterprise Applications into a high-performing, AI-enabled service organization, while cultivating strategic partnerships and overseeing cross-functional teams to deliver measu...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$91K - $181K *

Optimize global compensation strategies by providing data-driven solutions, managing projects, and delivering insights. Shape compensation governance, manage bidding processes, and support HR and lead...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $181K *

Shape the future of compensation strategy by leveraging analytics to drive business growth. Collaborate with HR and leaders to design scalable solutions, manage projects, and provide insights that enh...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$102K - $158K *

Transform the landscape of employee benefits by advising on complex Federal compensation issues, conducting thorough case reviews, and engaging with diverse stakeholders to ensure compliance and under...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by overseeing comprehensive tax compliance and planning, ensuring accurate reporting across multi-state obligations. Collaborate with internal teams and external advisors to optimi...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving seamless corporate tax compliance and strategy. You’ll manage diverse tax obligations, oversee compliance processes, and collaborate across departments to enhance efficiency...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$67K - $96K *

Transform HR services by leading initiatives in talent acquisition, employee relations, and performance management. Partner with diverse teams to drive compliance and enhance operational effectiveness...

London, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

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.