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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$113K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading a dedicated payroll team, ensuring accurate pay and compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to refine processes and deliver timely payroll for a global workforce while m...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$96K - $115K *

Optimize compliance and quality improvement by providing expert oversight, training, and reporting. Lead teams in ensuring adherence to standards while conducting assessments and audits to enhance pro...

2 days ago

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

$113K - $188K *

Transform client organizations by delivering innovative Workday HCM solutions, from assessments to implementations. Lead payroll and absence projects, ensuring client satisfaction through consultative...

1 week ago

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

$113K - $188K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative Workday HCM solutions, facilitating transformations with a focus on payroll, absence, and time tracking. Collaborate with teams to enhance client processes and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$142K - $189K *

Lead the charge in navigating complex tax matters with a collaborative team, utilizing your 5+ years of consulting experience to enhance tax strategies, processes, and initiatives in a dynamic work en...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining HR practices by driving talent management, enhancing workplace culture, and ensuring effective workforce deployment while supporting organizational growth and employee en...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $90K *

Join a team that's transforming how we hire! As a Talent Acquisition Specialist, you'll collaborate with leaders across North America to deliver top talent and optimize recruitment strategies, focusin...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$70K - $95K *

Develop and deliver impactful sales enablement materials for payer products, managing the end-to-end launch process and ensuring alignment across teams to support product readiness and growth objectiv...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $95K *

Elevate workforce management effectiveness by optimizing staffing strategies, enhancing forecasting accuracy, and leveraging analytics to drive operational excellence in a contact center environment...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Optimize our financial processes by managing day-to-day accounting, preparing financial reports, and supporting audits. Collaborate across teams to ensure accurate financial operations and strengthen...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence by supporting private foundation services, enhancing project management initiatives, and ensuring client satisfaction within a dynamic and collaborative team...

2 weeks ago

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

$75K - $95K *

Oversee the payroll and benefits administration across Canada and the U.S. while ensuring compliance and accuracy in processing, reporting, and team leadership. Foster a high-quality employee experien...

Brampton, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by managing complex tax engagements and leading a skilled team. Shape strategic planning for diverse clients, fostering strong relationships while ensuring compliance and delivering e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K *

Support the detention facility's IT operations by maintaining systems, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring compliance with policies to provide a secure, reliable technology environment for mission-cr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Unlock potential by utilizing HR analytics to drive fair compensation strategies. Collaborate with HR and leadership to ensure competitive pay practices across diverse roles in a multi-state workforce...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $95K *

Transform financial management practices by overseeing complex accounting functions, ensuring compliance, and providing strategic insights to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency in a dy...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $140K *

Contribute to a thriving HR and Payroll function, enhancing employee experience through effective leadership in talent management, compliance, payroll processing, and organizational development in a d...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $110K *

Advance your career as an HR Technology Specialist by providing critical L2 support for HR applications, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and improve operational ef...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $95K *

Create tax compliance solutions by assisting with income tax filings, audits, and special projects. Engage in analyzing tax reports and maintaining compliance calendars for both domestic and internati...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $120K *

Accelerate operational efficiency by independently managing and evaluating procurement contracts, providing expert guidance, and ensuring compliance within Special Operations Forces Acquisition to sup...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$114K - $170K *

Lead the charge in managing a strategic portfolio of product initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive successful project delivery while aligning with company goals and stakeholder...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $95K *

Manage day-to-day HRMS support and configuration, analyze data, resolve issues, and drive process improvements. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance report specifications and ensure data integrity...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $95K *

Empower your career by leading payroll systems initiatives in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and drive efficiency while guiding a team of payrol...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K - $112K *

Shape the future of client onboarding within a growing PEO business, collaborating with a high-performing global team to simplify complex HR processes and drive success in a fast-paced, evolving envir...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$105K - $207K *

Join us to lead functional transformations in Workday Grants Management for government clients. Apply your expertise in design, configuration, and delivery, while managing teams and supporting softwar...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.