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 financial reporting and month-end processes for corporate entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP while collaborating with internal departments to support business operations and...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $130K *

Shape and execute executive compensation strategies, lead a dynamic team, and deliver impactful results in a fast-paced environment while providing expert advice and streamlining processes to enhance...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$79K - $98K *

Elevate the management of partner compensation and financial accounting. You will prepare and analyze financial data, support tax obligations, and improve internal processes while collaborating with p...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $95K *

Unlock potential by overseeing the monthly accounting cycle, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and preparing financial statements. Support budgeting and mentoring junior staff to drive process improvemen...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's focused on delivering exceptional tax services while managing diverse client engagements, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring compliance. Bring your technical expertise and leaders...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$72K - $103K *

Join our dynamic HR team to enhance employee experiences and foster relationships. Act as a strategic partner in employee relations, performance management, and workforce planning, while supporting co...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $141K *

Support financial performance by leveraging expertise in ASC 842 lease accounting. Collaborate on reporting, compliance, and audits while driving process improvements across teams to enhance operation...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$154K - $168K *

Lead project controls initiatives, managing cost and contract performance across large-scale construction projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to analyze data, optimize budgeting, and support effe...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $150K *

Drive financial operations and compliance as you partner with the CFO, managing key accounting functions and preparing financial reports. Your proactive problem-solving will contribute to the overall...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $129K *

Optimize compensation strategies and drive program implementations while ensuring equity and competitiveness across diverse populations in the organization. Leverage data analysis to support informed...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $87K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing the SPP electric transmission system through model verification and validation. Contribute to power flow and dynamic model development while collaborating wit...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$146K - $234K *

Unlock potential by shaping the strategic integration of Cyber Training Ranges for USCYBERCOM. Collaborate with key military and governmental bodies while managing communications, policies, and alignm...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Accountant, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive financial reporting accuracy and process improvements in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with high visi...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$64K - $103K *

Manage purchasing coordination, supplier interactions, and supply chain optimization. Drive initiatives to enhance supplier performance, execute orders, and support product launches while training tea...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $95K *

Champion project efficiency by providing crucial support and analysis to management and stakeholders, ensuring consistent compliance with contractual obligations and timely delivery of project milesto...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $92K *

Join our team to optimize data processing and compliance for a federal client. Use your strong organizational skills to manage records, ensure accuracy, and support application intake while delivering...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Champion legal operations by managing projects, invoicing, and litigation support, ensuring seamless workflows and vendor collaboration to enhance department efficiency and effectiveness...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $120K *

Manage legal operations and project management, enhancing processes to support litigation. Collaborate cross-functionally and drive technology solutions, ensuring high-quality support within a dynamic...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that champions integrity and analytical excellence to ensure compliant, accurate payroll processing across multiple entities. Collaborate and innovate to drive payroll accuracy while suppo...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$146K - $234K *

Join a vital role overseeing Cyber Training Ranges for USCYBERCOM. Collaborate with military leadership to ensure training readiness, alignment with DoW policies, and effective communication across de...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$84K - $106K *

Empower talent development by crafting dynamic learning experiences that drive organizational change, leveraging data to foster high-performing teams, and collaborating with stakeholders to close perf...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$127K - $139K *

Drive cross-functional collaboration and execution of strategic initiatives across our Technology Division, ensuring clarity and alignment to achieve measurable outcomes and foster a culture of accoun...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $139K *

Champion financial integrity by overseeing audits and coordinating capital asset accounting. Inspire accurate reporting and compliance in a fast-paced environment while supporting financial functions...

Castlegar, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $90K *

Support corporate accounting functions by managing financial statements and budget processes. Collaborate across divisions to ensure accurate reporting and compliance with GAAP while assisting with mo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $110K *

Support the financial health of client companies while managing a talented accounting team. Oversee financial statements, audit processes, and client relationships, positioning yourself for career adv...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.