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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$100K - $120K *

Elevate your impact in military defense by supporting financial management analysis and operational training initiatives. Drive financial tracking and reporting to support decisions, ensuring clarity...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Optimize financial management processes to enhance analysis and reporting while supporting military readiness missions. Collaborate with teams to track funding and project financial trends effectively...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in designing and optimizing middleware solutions for automotive HPC platforms, ensuring robust inter-process communication and seamless integration across services, while collaborating...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by spearheading innovative recruitment strategies to attract top talent. Collaborate with hiring managers to shape effective processes that align workforce planning with business goal...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $120K *

Oversee payroll operations to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing, enhance system controls, and improve departmental workflow while developing team capabilities and supporting au...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $115K *

Champion payroll excellence by overseeing operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance, and leading process improvements in our dynamic research environment, supporting over 1,000 employees through ef...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $115K *

Elevate your career with a role focused on payroll excellence, ensuring compliance and efficiency in a dynamic research environment through managing multi-cycle payroll and enhancing system functional...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $110K *

Transform tax processes by providing compliance and research support for U.S. federal, state, and international matters. Contribute to audits, estimated payments, and special projects within a collabo...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by leading tax assignments, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring compliance with tax regulations while delivering accurate client services. Drive efficiency and accuracy in tax f...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$88K - $105K *

Unlock your potential in a dynamic finance environment, driving accuracy in financial reporting and compliance. As a key player, you will manage general ledger activities, oversee financial closures...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$68K - $93K *

Elevate production processes by overseeing quality and efficiency in technical operations. Collaborate with teams to develop operating procedures, solve process issues, and foster a culture of safety...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $190K *

Partner with us to manage complex tax engagements, mentor staff, and enhance client relationships. You'll provide advisory services, oversee compliance, and collaborate with leadership, contributing t...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $135K *

Champion diverse tax matters by managing US corporate income tax compliance, financial reporting, and gaining exposure to international tax issues. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes, mentor...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing asset management and maintenance planning for complex facilities operations while ensuring the integrity of data across multi-site portfolios...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of financial services by leading a dynamic team in trust accounting operations. Drive strategic initiatives, ensure regulatory compliance, and enhance client money movement services g...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing SAP HCM solutions and enhancing HR processes. Drive operational excellence and collaborate globally to deliver innovative HR technology that meets evolving b...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leveraging your accounting and financial analysis expertise to drive strategic decision-making, enhance reporting accuracy, and optimize budgeting across cross-functional teams...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Drive IT excellence by supporting global end-user technology, managing endpoints, and enhancing security. Collaborate effectively across teams to ensure seamless operations, compliance, and high-quali...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Elevate global IT operations by providing expert end-user support and efficient endpoint management. Collaborate with diverse teams across time zones to ensure seamless technology deployment and uphol...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive accuracy and compliance in tax work by reviewing returns and financials. Collaborate with team members to identify discrepancies and optimize outcomes while meeting deadlines and maintaining str...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$92K - $138K *

Transform HR systems by leading the development and optimization of HRIS, enhancing employee data integrity and user experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and dr...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's building scalable systems and effective hiring practices while managing a regional network of Administrative Coordinators. Collaborate with leaders across the organization to drive...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Drive corporate finance consolidation and G&A operations, owning financial reporting and budget management across multiple functions to enhance analytical accuracy and operational efficiency. Collabor...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at corporate consolidation and G&A finance, driving monthly management reports and partnership with cross-functional teams to optimize our financial performance and reporting effic...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Analyze corporate finance consolidation and G&A budgets; enhance monthly reporting processes and ensure accurate financial mapping as a key strategic partner across functions. Drive data integration a...

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Reposted 4 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.