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 *

Optimize payroll operations by ensuring compliance, accuracy, and timely processing for hotel employees. Collaborate with HR and finance teams while managing systems and records to enhance payroll int...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$102K *

Engage in fiscal expertise as a key partner, managing corporate G&A budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes while ensuring compliance and accuracy in accounting practices across teams...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $115K *

Analyze payroll processes and ensure timely, accurate paychecks. Collaborate with teams, audit data, and train specialists to enhance payroll efficiency and compliance in a fast-paced environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing complex payroll operations across multiple entities, ensuring compliance with union agreements and regulations. Drive operational excellence and scalability of payroll syst...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $95K *

Shape the future of payroll management by leading complex operations across 6 companies, ensuring compliance with union agreements, and driving system improvement to support multi-state payroll for 1...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Oversee the complete payroll function ensuring timely and accurate employee compensation, compliance with regulations, and leading a dedicated team to enhance operational excellence and develop robust...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$116K - $345K *

Transform payroll services as a leader, driving operations, strategy, and growth. Oversee a remote team, enhance client delivery, and innovate processes to ensure compliance and scalability in a fast...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$116K - $345K *

Oversee payroll operations and lead a high-performing team of 10-15 professionals, driving compliance and efficiency while shaping strategic directions for client-oriented payroll services. Embed tech...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$116K - $345K *

Shape payroll strategies and lead a dynamic team to enhance service delivery and scalability. Drive innovation, optimize processes, and foster client relationships to accelerate growth in a fast-paced...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$116K - $345K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming payroll operations. Oversee a skilled team while enhancing client services and driving strategic growth through innovation, technology, and streamlined pro...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$116K - $345K *

Empower payroll operations and lead a team of professionals while driving strategic growth and operational excellence. Shape scalable systems, ensure compliance, and foster client relationships in a d...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$116K - $345K *

Lead the charge in payroll operations, managing a remote team while driving revenue growth and operational excellence. Shape strategic service delivery and optimize processes to enhance client satisfa...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$116K - $345K *

Transform payroll services by leading a dynamic team, optimizing operations, and driving growth through strategic innovations and client-focused solutions. Shape scalable systems that enhance complian...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence in payroll as a strategic leader overseeing multi-client payroll functions. Partner with teams to enhance service delivery and compliance while fostering team development...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $95K *

Tackle complex HR challenges by delivering tailored solutions that align with business goals. Partner with senior leaders to enhance performance management, compliance, and organizational culture whil...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$179K - $220K *

Champion your career by leading Payroll Operations for a major organization. Optimize processes, manage a diverse team, and collaborate across departments to enhance payroll efficiency and compliance...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$73K - $130K *

Transform payroll operations by leading a talented team, developing best-in-class processes, and driving client satisfaction while leveraging automation in a dynamic, evolving environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Manage complex payroll operations by leading audits and compliance initiatives. Engage cross-functionally to enhance payroll systems and processes, while mentoring junior analysts to drive operational...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$57K - $105K *

Partner with us to enhance payroll processes, delivering expert guidance and support to a diverse team while ensuring data integrity and continuous improvement across our operations...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Unlock the potential of HR technology by leading Workday implementations, driving configurations, and enhancing reporting systems to support organizational efficiency and informed decision-making acro...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $180K *

Lead the charge in transforming payroll operations by overseeing multi-state processes, compliance, and team development for an extensive workforce while driving strategic improvements and collaborati...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading payroll operations for North America, ensuring accuracy and compliance in processing for a diverse workforce. Collaborate with teams to enhance efficiency and support compa...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $148K *

Optimize pension plan requirements and calculations while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Lead projects, analyze data, and ensure accurate benefit processing to enhance retirement solutions...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $148K *

Optimize pension benefit solutions by analyzing requirements, translating policies into actionable plans, and validating outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment to e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $148K *

Drive impactful pension solutions as a Product Specialist, documenting plan requirements, defining calculations, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver seamless be...

1 week 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.