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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$88K - $154K *

Manage the protection of sensitive information by implementing security protocols, conducting background investigations, and ensuring compliance with federal guidelines while collaborating across depa...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform payroll operations by ensuring accurate processing, compliance, and reporting for a diverse workforce. Collaborate across departments to maintain payroll integrity and support organizational...

Virginia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $120K *

Transform payroll operations by ensuring accurate processing, maintaining records, and supporting compliance. Collaborate with teams to enhance workflows and respond to employee inquiries, all while u...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by analyzing business needs and bridging gaps with technological solutions. You'll translate requirements into system design and ensure data reliability while driving improvements and...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $205K *

Join a team that's transforming payroll solutions by leading Workday Payroll implementations, optimizing processes, and mentoring junior consultants to enhance client efficiency and satisfaction...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$69K - $93K *

Shape the future of HR by managing full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations. Collaborate with leadership to ensure compliance and promote a positive workplace culture while supportin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $143K *

Contribute to day-to-day accounting and payroll operations, ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial reporting, cash management, and audit coordination while leading a team to enhance internal co...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$89K - $136K *

Manage Labor Relations support services, ensuring compliance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement and applicable laws. Collaborate with management and unions to foster positive workplace relations...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Solve complex substation challenges by expertly testing and commissioning protection systems. Your hands-on experience will be key to ensuring safe, efficient energization and compliance with industry...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading cost management and project controls for renewable energy projects. Collaborate with teams to deliver financial analysis, risk management, and performance forecasting ac...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $105K *

Optimize payroll and accounts payable processes by enhancing workflows, implementing automation, and leveraging analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, improve accurac...

2 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive the transformation of global HR operations by architecting innovative HRIS solutions, optimizing payroll execution, and leading automation initiatives for seamless processes and data integrity a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$107K - $133K *

Join a team that's redefining payroll operations! Lead strategic initiatives, ensure compliance, and enhance efficiencies while managing a dedicated payroll team and external vendors to deliver except...

2 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Champion employee benefits administration by managing leave processes, data reporting, and billing reconciliation. Serve as a key resource for employee inquiries, ensuring compliance and accuracy in h...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Champion employee benefits by managing health programs, leave administration, and data reporting. Ensure compliance and support for retirees while maintaining accurate records and providing exceptiona...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $120K *

Lead and oversee payroll strategy and operations, ensuring compliance and efficiency across multiple entities. Collaborate with HR, Finance, and IT to deliver high-quality payroll services while manag...

2 weeks ago

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

$119K - $133K *

Lead the charge in payroll strategy and operations, ensuring compliance and efficiency across multiple entities. Collaborate with HR, Finance, and IT while managing a team and external vendors to deli...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive month-end close and financial reporting processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Collaborate with Treasury and Tax teams while overseeing OneStream and JDE governance to enhance efficiency a...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$123K - $185K *

Engage with key stakeholders to drive revenue recognition accuracy and compliance. As a Senior Revenue Analyst, you'll lead initiatives, manage workflows, and ensure timely reporting while collaborati...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$123K - $185K *

Lead revenue recognition initiatives by collaborating with stakeholders, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and driving process improvements for accurate financial reporting in a dynamic e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform payroll and retirement compliance processes in a dynamic, multi-state environment. Lead a team to ensure accuracy and efficiency in payroll operations while maintaining regulatory standards...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$116K - $155K *

Transform executive compensation strategies by analyzing complex data and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Drive insights for decision-makers while supporting compensation planning for new m...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$116K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team to analyze and enhance executive compensation strategies, supporting key business functions and driving impactful recommendations for new market entries and M&A activities. Collabo...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$113K - $151K *

Elevate payroll operations by managing semi-monthly payroll for 800+ employees across the U.S. and Canada. Ensure compliance with tax regulations, drive process improvements, and collaborate with cros...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$96K - $120K *

Transform financial operations by leading advanced accounting functions, ensuring compliance, and driving process improvements. Collaborate across departments to enhance reporting and support audits w...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.