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 - $95K *

Optimize system integration efforts by ensuring seamless interoperability between JIRA, GitLab, and security protocols, enhancing workflow automation and compliance with DoD policies for identity mana...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$76K - $108K *

Contribute to security solutions by installing and configuring systems, ensuring optimal functionality, and providing exceptional client support while leading a team of technicians and maintaining com...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$176K - $282K *

Join as a Senior Technical Program Manager, Team Lead overseeing large-scale IT projects. Lead cross-functional teams, manage risks, improve processes, and drive operational excellence to achieve miss...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming HR through effective HRIS management. Oversee planning, implementation, and optimization of HR systems while providing strategic support to enhance data ma...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $95K *

Launch your career managing Canadian payroll while ensuring compliance across global vendors in LATAM and EMEA. This role combines payroll processing with vendor oversight, requiring strong analytical...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading global tax compliance, driving strategy, and ensuring regulatory adherence across jurisdictions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize tax outcomes and...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $130K *

Drive payroll operations by leading accurate, compliant processing and optimizing strategies. Engage with cross-functional teams to ensure operational excellence and continuous improvement while manag...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$73K - $121K *

Transform marketing initiatives within the Government sector by executing integrated campaigns, managing events, and enhancing online presence to drive engagement and promote offerings effectively acr...

2 weeks ago

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

$73K - $121K *

Shape the future of government marketing by developing integrated campaigns, supporting strategic events, and crafting compelling content that heightens awareness and drives engagement within the publ...

2 weeks ago

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

$73K - $121K *

Unlock potential by leading integrated marketing campaigns for the Government and Public Services sector. Engage in strategy execution for events, manage content creation, and enhance brand awareness...

2 weeks ago

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

$73K - $121K *

Engage in dynamic marketing initiatives that elevate government services. Collaborate on campaigns, manage events, and enhance digital presence to impact public sector engagement. Drive innovative str...

2 weeks ago

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

$73K - $121K *

Help us drive impactful marketing strategies for government services. You'll create integrated campaigns, manage events, and enhance digital presence, contributing to our aim of delivering value and g...

2 weeks ago

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

$73K - $121K *

Lead the charge in developing integrated marketing campaigns and strategies for the Government and Public Services sector while coordinating events and enhancing digital engagement to drive growth and...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leading financial forecasting and budgeting for an Automobile Lease Portfolio. Collaborate with accounting and senior management, providing crucial analytics to enhance operational...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $130K *

Reimagine tax management by leading a team to enhance client services, streamline tax preparation processes, and deliver strategic tax solutions while ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on leading tax strategies, ensuring compliance with complex regulations, and providing expert guidance. This pivotal role requires strong leadership and co...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$70K - $95K *

Elevate production processes through effective planning and maintenance of equipment functionality. Collaborate cross-functionally to troubleshoot and implement solutions for automation and machinery...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to ensure compliance with tax laws, lead audits, and refine processes. Collaborate across departments to deliver accurate federal and state returns while driving improvements in ta...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $110K *

Deliver tax expertise and leadership by managing complex engagements, advising clients on strategic tax solutions, and enhancing compliance processes while continuously improving team performance and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $110K *

Shape employee relations strategy by providing expert HR support across retail and distribution. Conduct investigations, enhance compliance, and foster engagement while collaborating with leadership f...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $110K *

Join a team that supports a thriving workplace by delivering expert Employee Relations guidance. This role collaborates closely with leadership, manages complex investigations, and enhances HR practic...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $180K *

Elevate compensation strategies by leading comprehensive programs that align with corporate goals. Collaborate with senior leadership to implement incentive initiatives and ensure compliance while opt...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Champion the internal tax function, overseeing compliance, accounting, and tax risk management while partnering with Finance and leadership to drive effective strategies and ensure alignment on U.S. a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $180K *

Transform compensation strategies by leading comprehensive programs, collaborating with senior management to align incentives, and ensuring compliance with regulations to drive organizational success...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $95K *

Shape the future of our Retail FP&A by delivering insights and supporting financial planning for U.S. and Canada stores. Collaborate with various departments to optimize budgets and drive strategic de...

2 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.