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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$95K - $115K *

Elevate compliance standards by navigating IT risks, enhancing policies, and fostering integrity and excellence in control activities aligned with COBIT and regulatory guidelines...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$73K - $90K *

Join us to lead the charge in preparing and reviewing cross-border tax returns, managing client accounts, and providing strategic tax planning. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver exceptional c...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$73K - $90K *

Manage and coordinate cross-border tax returns, ensuring compliance and accuracy. Collaborate with clients and team members to deliver exceptional service while providing leadership to junior staff an...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $100K *

Transform project accounting by managing job costing, budgets, and compliance. Collaborate with project managers to ensure accurate reporting and invoicing while mentoring junior staff and enhancing a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$89K - $125K *

Drive efficient financial processes by overseeing accounts payable for major capital projects. Collaborate with finance teams to ensure accurate payments and maintain audit-ready records for large inf...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of personnel management by partnering with leaders to enhance team effectiveness and drive organizational success through strategic HR practices and supportive coaching...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $154K *

Join a team that's pivotal in supporting diverse employment matters across a leading enterprise. As a Senior Paralegal Specialist, you'll thrive in a fast-paced environment, providing expert legal gui...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$116K - $136K *

Transform operational performance by leading assessments, optimizing processes, and delivering AI-enabled solutions. Collaborate with clients to drive measurable improvements and mentor junior consult...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$133K - $157K *

Transform operational performance by leading assessments and optimizing processes. Collaborate with clients to implement AI-driven solutions that enhance productivity and deliver measurable business o...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$122K - $150K *

Champion a pivotal HR role across the Americas, delivering employee support, advancing policies, and ensuring compliance while partnering with multiple HR functions to improve organizational effective...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $123K *

Join us to drive HR initiatives and support administrative departments by providing strategic guidance, enhancing employee relations, and managing recruitment processes while ensuring compliance with...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $123K *

Empower your career as an HR business partner, driving recruitment and employee relations while supporting departmental needs and minimizing legal risks through effective HR practices and training ini...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $150K *

The Tax Manager at LattaHarris, LLP will lead tax planning initiatives and oversee the review of complex tax returns while delivering a range of tax and accounting services. This role also involves me...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $145K *

Join our team to lead complex tax engagements, mentor professionals, and provide strategic client advisory services, driving success and fostering relationships in a collaborative environment...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $90K *

Champion client success by managing HR services, ensuring compliance, and fostering relationships. Provide expert guidance on HR matters, facilitating smooth onboarding and collaboration across teams...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $90K *

Take ownership of client relationships by managing day-to-day HR activities, ensuring compliance, and providing expert guidance within a dynamic portfolio, fostering positive client interactions and c...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$171K - $214K *

Redefine payroll technology leadership by driving strategy, enhancing application ecosystems, and fostering high-performing teams to ensure operational excellence and innovative solutions in payroll m...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$255K - $265K *

Inspire growth by leading the tax strategy and compliance efforts, ensuring alignment with business objectives while managing audits and mentoring a high-performing team. Drive tax planning initiative...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$77K - $177K *

Champion project financial success by partnering with managers to enhance profitability, compliance, and forecasting accuracy across diverse projects, ensuring robust financial oversight and strategic...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $140K *

Optimize accounting operations by managing monthly closes, financial reporting, and process improvements. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure accuracy and efficiency in a fast-paced, high-growth...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of tax advisory by delivering expert SALT services, ensuring compliance, identifying growth opportunities, and managing client relationships to exceed expectations in a dynamic public...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Optimize project outcomes by managing budgets, schedules, and performance metrics. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to analyze data, mitigate risks, and enhance construction efficiency. Drive...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Empower global tax strategy by managing international compliance, optimizing efficiency, and leading a high-performing team. Collaborate with stakeholders to navigate complex tax regulations and drive...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of Revenue Operations by partnering with Business Unit leaders to enhance performance, drive forecast accuracy, and implement strategic initiatives that directly impact success. This...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$106K - $206K *

Transform the SAP Payroll landscape by leading ABAP development, ensuring robust designs and effective coding. Collaborate with functional experts to deliver innovative solutions that enhance payroll...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.