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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$75K - $108K *

Join a team that sources and optimizes suppliers for innovative product development. Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing to ensure quality components are delivered on time, contributing to...

Victoria, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Optimize global premium payable operations by managing onshore and offshore teams, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and process excellence while fostering collaboration across divisions and driving st...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Innovate in building user-centric web experiences with modern Java and Angular technology. Collaborate in an agile setting to enhance financial services technology, applying strong problem solving and...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $138K *

Engage with employees, fostering relationships and enhancing workplace culture. Provide real-time HR support, influence leadership, and implement strategies that promote a positive employee experience...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$102K - $138K *

Elevate workplace culture by engaging with employees and leaders, driving HR initiatives that enhance employee experience and build strong workplace relationships through effective communication and s...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Transform HR operations by providing analytical and administrative support to key departments. Engage in staffing, employee relations, and performance management initiatives to enhance organizational...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $85K *

Unlock potential by driving employee relations in a bustling corporate environment. Collaborate with leadership to manage investigations and foster a positive workplace culture while ensuring complian...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$104K - $166K *

Empower innovation by designing automated analytical workflows that harness generative AI. Lead the development of skill libraries, ensuring efficient multi-step processes and user-friendly interfaces...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $166K *

Create analytical workflows by translating processes into automated commands within a generative AI-powered platform. Design skill libraries and templates to enhance program-specific analytical capabi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $166K *

Engage in building innovative analytical workflows using generative AI, transforming complex analyses into user-friendly processes by designing skill libraries and ensuring efficiency through automati...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining manufacturing IT solutions through Agile values, collaboration, and AI tools. Contribute to efficiency and quality improvements by implementing best practices and deliver...

Magog, QCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Transform the HR landscape as you implement Oracle HCM Payroll and Time & Labor solutions, partnering with stakeholders to streamline processes and enhance workforce efficiency through effective solut...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$83K - $125K *

Join our team as a Finance Analyst, supporting strategic financial projects and enhancing productivity through analytics and process improvement, while fostering a collaborative environment that drive...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $134K *

Lead strategic financial modeling and forecasting support within the FP&A team. Drive insights through financial analysis, ensuring accurate reporting for long-term projects while collaborating with c...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $120K *

Play a key role in financial planning and analysis, collaborating with leadership to drive strategic insights, enhance reporting processes, and support budgeting efforts across departments. Foster dat...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $134K *

Transform financial analysis and reporting by leading strategic initiatives, developing forecasting tools, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance decision-making and support the fina...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $134K *

Lead the development of financial models and forecasting tools to support strategic initiatives. Analyze reports and collaborate cross-functionally to provide insights that drive decision-making, enha...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $160K *

Champion efficiency and compliance in accounts payable, leading a dedicated team to ensure accurate processing of vendor invoices and disbursements while enhancing technology and operational workflows...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $130K *

Elevate financial accountability by managing corporate and technical accounting functions, ensuring compliance with US GAAP, and leading lease processes across North and South America while enhancing...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $109K *

Lead and drive the implementation of Oracle Fusion HCM Payroll solutions for Canadian public sector clients, leveraging your deep expertise in payroll processes and experience in SDLC to guide diverse...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$112K - $160K *

Lead the accounts payable function, ensuring accurate, timely processing of invoices, while driving efficiency through technology and continuous improvement initiatives, fostering collaboration with s...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$200K - $215K *

Oversee daily accounting operations and support strategic financial decisions at a leading food manufacturer. Drive automation and efficiency while influencing growth across multiple subsidiaries...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$119K - $161K *

Transform security operations as a Senior Industrial Security Specialist, driving compliance and supporting classified programs through effective collaboration, training, and procedural development in...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$81K *

Accelerate progress at a federal facility by streamlining human resource functions, enhancing employee relations, and ensuring public safety through effective staffing strategies and advisory support...

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Champion financial planning and analysis for a leading home business group. Collaborate with finance leaders and drive actionable insights through accurate forecasting, reporting, and data analytics t...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.