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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$95K - $115K *

Lead and elevate the accounting function by overseeing the corporate accounting team, ensuring precise financial transaction recording, and fostering a high-performance environment that drives efficie...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Analyze and champion cost estimation strategies for Army programs. Collaborate with teams to ensure accurate forecasting and budgeting while providing expert insights into resource allocation and cost...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Optimize project performance and drive financial success in large-scale construction initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure accurate reporting, scheduling, and cost management, while id...

3 weeks ago

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

$84K - $105K *

Join a team that's committed to excellence in financial management and reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to drive strategic insights and optimize financial processes, enhancing ove...

Markham, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$84K - $105K *

Empower your future by driving financial performance through expert reporting, analysis, and process improvement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver strategic insights that enhance dec...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Empower strategic initiatives through insightful actuarial analysis, collaborating on reserve certifications, financial health assessments, and reinsurance programs to enhance processes and decision-m...

Val-d'or, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Explore strategic actuarial projects that directly impact financial stability and risk management. Contribute to reserve certification, financial assessments, and reinsurance analyses while enhancing...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Deliver strategic actuarial insights, enhancing financial stability and risk management. Collaborate on reserve analysis, financial health reviews, and process improvements while ensuring rigorous act...

Sherbrooke, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$77K - $116K *

Provide essential HR support to improve employee engagement and compliance, managing recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, training, and data analysis while partnering with leaders to enhance w...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $90K *

Engage with management and staff to enhance employee relations and compliance, while driving HR initiatives that support business goals. Collaborate across departments to ensure effective HR practices...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$114K - $167K *

Play a key role in optimizing ERP solutions by analyzing business processes, designing custom integrations, and leading data migration efforts, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture and comp...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $154K *

Lead the optimization of complex ERP systems, driving effective solutions that enhance business processes. Collaborate with teams to define architecture and implement customizations, ensuring data int...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer tailored ERP solutions, optimizing business processes and data integration. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance and compliance while leading transformation in services and resources...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Inspire success by overseeing complex tax engagements, driving strategic planning, enhancing client relationships, and mentoring staff across multiple industries. Join a dedicated team and make an imp...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$117K - $175K *

Advance customer success through expert HR technology consulting. Collaborate with clients to optimize Workday features, ensuring value and satisfaction through strategic delivery of tailored solution...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$117K - $175K *

Contribute to a dynamic team focused on maximizing customer satisfaction through innovative HR technology solutions. Engage directly with clients, utilize your expertise for impactful improvements, an...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$117K - $175K *

Partner with us to enhance customer success by delivering innovative solutions that optimize Workday applications and drive high levels of satisfaction. Join a dynamic team committed to creating impac...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$117K - $175K *

Transform customer experiences by leveraging HR technology solutions to enhance operational efficiency and satisfaction. Collaborate on diverse projects while driving feature adoption and best practic...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$117K - $175K *

Partner with us to help customers maximize their Workday investment by delivering innovative services and expert guidance, ensuring they achieve long-term success in managing HR technology challenges...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$117K - $175K *

Empower your career by joining a collaborative team that drives customer satisfaction and success in HR technology. Enjoy diverse projects while leveraging your expertise in Workday solutions for maxi...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$117K - $175K *

Join us to empower customers in maximizing their Workday experience through expert consulting and innovative services. Drive high customer satisfaction by addressing HR technology challenges and facil...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$117K - $175K *

Join our team to help customers maximize their Workday experience through innovative solutions, understanding needs, and ensuring satisfaction in HR technology. Enjoy a dynamic role supporting multipl...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$117K - $175K *

Engage customers to optimize their Workday experience by delivering tailored solutions and excellent consulting services that drive value and enhance operational efficiency through effective collabora...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$117K - $175K *

Deliver exceptional customer service and innovative solutions to enhance client satisfaction with HR technology, specifically in Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking, while navigating multiple projects...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$117K - $175K *

Innovate customer success by providing expert HR technology solutions that maximize value from Workday products. Collaborate with clients to address unique challenges and deliver transformative consul...

Reposted 3 days 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.