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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$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your CPA expertise to manage client portfolios, ensuring compliance and strategic planning. Thrive in a hybrid work culture focused on mentorship, growth, and exceptiona...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $120K *

Elevate your career by managing client portfolios and delivering strategic tax solutions. Play a key role in client relationship management, mentoring, and firm growth in a collaborative, hybrid work...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$74K - $130K *

Drive financial accuracy and efficiency by collaborating with cross-functional teams on budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting for impactful infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with s...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$74K - $130K *

Innovate financial strategies and support comprehensive analyses in project management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive performance, maintain budget accuracy, and enhance reporting pr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $130K *

Empower employees by driving the administration of a comprehensive benefits program, collaborating with teams to enhance employee experiences while ensuring compliance and operational excellence acros...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Empower your career by managing a diverse client portfolio. Offer strategic tax planning and foster strong client relationships while leading and mentoring a dynamic team in a collaborative environmen...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in tax management by overseeing client portfolios, providing strategic advice and ensuring compliance. Thrive in a hybrid work environment while supporting team growth and driving busi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $120K *

Shape your career by managing client portfolios while providing expert tax planning and advisory services. Elevate your professional profile in a collaborative and entrepreneurial hybrid work environm...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $110K *

Redefine total rewards strategy by analyzing compensation data and maintaining competitive benefits programs. Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, drive insights, and deliver scal...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving HR excellence across multiple U.S. locations, providing strategic support, leadership coaching, and employee engagement initiatives to foster a thriving organizational cultu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $100K *

Lead billing operations and a dedicated team while ensuring timely, accurate invoicing, and enhancing processes in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address discrepa...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $250K *

Advance your career by leading complex tax practices, driving growth, and enhancing client relationships while providing expert guidance and supporting team development in a dynamic environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $110K *

Lead the charge in tax accounting compliance and technology improvements, preparing quarterly and annual provisions. Collaborate with finance professionals while ensuring adherence to tax regulations...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Drive payroll excellence by leading global operations and enhancing compliance. Shape the future of payroll processes, overseeing systems and teams while maintaining operational efficiency in a dynami...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career as a vital member of a Finance & Accounting team, driving budget strategies, analyzing financial performance, and enabling cross-regional collaboration to support innovative automo...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$147K - $196K *

Lead the charge in transforming HR and Payroll operations, managing strategic initiatives while collaborating with clients to enhance efficiency and compliance. Drive innovation through best practices...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$147K - $196K *

Join a team that's transforming HR and Payroll operations while leading strategic initiatives. Leverage your expertise to drive workforce strategies, enhance compliance, and mentor high-performing tea...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $120K *

Advance your career by optimizing billing processes and enhancing cash flow. Collaborate with diverse teams in managing government contract billing and prepare detailed reports while ensuring complian...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by coordinating the billing process, preparing complex invoices, and ensuring compliance with regulations while partnering with various teams for an efficient billing operation...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $95K *

Lead tax assignments and mentor junior staff while ensuring accurate compliance and timely client deliverables. Shape client solutions through expert tax research and preparation for diverse clientele...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's crucial to shaping employee relations policy across multiple sites, driving compliance efforts, managing investigations, and supporting leadership to ensure fair and defensible outc...

Etobicoke, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$75K - $95K *

Join a strategic role influencing employee relations across multiple sites. Lead investigations, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance with employment laws. Collaborate with HR and Legal to uphold sta...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$49K - $118K *

Innovate and deliver comprehensive HR consulting services across diverse industries. Manage administrative HR tasks, payroll, and recruitment to enhance client relationships and support a dynamic team...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$49K - $118K *

Deliver comprehensive HR consulting services to diverse clients, overseeing recruitment, payroll, and administrative functions, while fostering strong client relationships in a collaborative environme...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$49K - $118K *

Empower a diverse array of clients by providing expert HR consulting services. Manage HR functions, payroll, and recruitment while supporting team goals and fostering strong client relationships in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.