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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$160K - $200K *

Engage your expertise in real estate taxation while managing complex tax compliance for diverse entities. Contribute as a key member of a growing in-house tax team with meaningful responsibility and p...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team where you will engage small to mid-sized businesses, present payroll solutions, and close deals rapidly. Utilize CRM technology to drive sales, maintain client relationships, and s...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Engage with large organizations to drive enterprise sales initiatives, tackle complex workforce challenges with tailored HCM solutions, and manage sales cycles from prospecting to closing in a structu...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $95K *

Join this impactful role that leads benefits and leave administration, ensuring compliance and enhancing employee experiences across U.S. and Canada. Manage inquiries, oversee vendor relations, and dr...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $149K *

Champion financial success across project lifecycles by providing vital guidance on budgets, profitability, and cash flow. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and optimize project performance...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $170K *

Drive financial analysis and program support, collaborating with leadership to optimize budgets and forecasts while ensuring compliance with regulations. Lead cross-functional teams to enhance strateg...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by leveraging your expertise to define, implement, and oversee robust security measures in a federal environment while guiding IT infrastructure operations and compli...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $165K *

Unlock potential by overseeing retirement plans' administration, compliance, and strategy, ensuring alignment with regulations and improving participant outcomes while collaborating with cross-functio...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$66K - $96K *

Contribute to HR excellence by overseeing compliance and operational processes, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements. Drive efficiency through process documentation and vendor coordination, e...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$103K - $181K *

Transform workflow efficiency by leveraging enterprise data platforms for critical mission support. Collaborate with senior leadership to enhance operations through automation, data governance, and in...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Manage financial oversight and reporting for development projects, partnering with cross-functional teams. Ensure accurate accounting and budget management, driving scalable processes and supporting i...

3 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of SAP project management by leading comprehensive implementations and upgrades. Collaborate across teams to ensure successful project delivery while balancing agile methodologies and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $163K *

Join a team that's implementing UKG Time & Attendance to enhance HR processes, streamline compliance, and improve employee experience within a global aerospace environment, while collaborating with ke...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $163K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of HR technology transformation, driving the successful implementation of UKG Time & Attendance. Apply your expertise to enhance employee experiences and ensure com...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $163K *

Elevate organizational excellence by spearheading impactful UKG Time & Attendance implementations. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance employee experiences while ensuring compliance, accuracy, a...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $110K *

Drive your career forward by taking ownership of accounting processes, managing month-end closes, and fostering client relationships. Join a small, dynamic team where your contributions directly impac...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Transform financial operations by leveraging analytical expertise to drive success through strategic insights, budget management, and performance metrics that directly impact company results and decis...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Transform financial operations by overseeing comprehensive accounting functions, enhancing data-driven decision-making, and driving automation for increased efficiency and accuracy across the organiza...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$86K - $138K *

Join a dynamic team to lead cyber investigations and support mission-critical operations in a collaborative environment focused on national security and innovative problem-solving...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of enterprise communication by enhancing collaboration and accessibility through effective management of digital platforms, strategic content delivery, and user engagement analytics i...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Engage in strategic leadership as a Chief of Staff to drive communication initiatives, align projects cross-functionally, and optimize team performance through data-driven improvements and effective s...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to building and optimizing data infrastructure that transforms raw data into reliable insights. This role bridges the gap between data ingestion and analytics to support decision-making acr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform executive talent acquisition by leading the recruitment process, partnering with senior leadership to develop strategic hiring initiatives, and creating a diverse pipeline for Director and V...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Drive financial insight by developing models and analyses that support strategic decision-making, ensuring alignment between forecasts and business performance across various functions including Sales...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Manage and support day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accuracy in financial records and reporting. Oversee month-end close processes while leading a team to strengthen compliance and controls...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.