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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$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving financial accuracy and operational efficiency in the Accounts Payable function. Lead and mentor a skilled team while implementing process improvements and ensuring complianc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$88K - $105K *

Drive quality improvement initiatives to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and enhance market process automation. Collaborate cross-functionally to maintain consistent standards in govern...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring financial integrity and efficiency in government operations. This role involves managing budget support services and financial data across multiple systems to...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $90K *

Provide financial support services, managing budget execution and reconciliation across systems in compliance with government contracts. Ensure accuracy in funding requests and reporting while collabo...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Manage full-cycle payroll operations for union and non-union staff, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Oversee payroll reporting, year-end processing, and the Electrician Apprenticeship Program while l...

Vaughan, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in transforming Revenue Operations at scale. Architect systems and infrastructures that enable forecast accuracy and streamline multi-channel GTM, while partnering with executives to d...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$74K - $85K *

Drive the strategy and execution of paid media campaigns, ensuring alignment with audience acquisition goals. Collaborate with agencies and internal teams to optimize performance and manage budgets ef...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$105K - $140K *

Lead the charge in driving engineering execution and agile delivery by managing complex product backlogs, resolving roadblocks, and facilitating cross-functional collaboration in a dynamic, customer-f...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock transformative solutions as you lead high-impact Workday Payroll initiatives. With total autonomy, you'll architect complex setups and connect cross-functional systems to ensure seamless operat...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $125K *

Lead payroll operations for multiple campuses, ensuring compliance and accurate processing while supervising a dedicated team. Collaborate with Finance and HR to implement operational improvements and...

1 week ago

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

$94K - $111K *

Join our team to enhance total rewards programs by analyzing, administering, and improving compensation plans. Drive strategic insights, ensure compliance, and foster employee engagement in a fast-pac...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Join us to manage global mobility operations, enhancing employee experiences through expert guidance on relocations, U.S. immigration, and compliance while driving innovation in people processes and p...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Lead global mobility initiatives by managing relocation and U.S. immigration processes. Collaborate across teams to enhance employee experiences through compliant, streamlined solutions while innovati...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $160K *

Transform organizational payroll and HR needs by proactively identifying opportunities and delivering tailored HCM solutions. Collaborate with internal teams to enhance client experience and achieve s...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Own and drive the implementation of a comprehensive records management program, enhancing compliance and governance across business units while developing collaborative relationships and providing exp...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Elevate aviation with your expertise in GD&T and manufacturing processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure precision and quality in aircraft design, while driving change management an...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K - $155K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing compensation strategies through analytical insights and data-driven decision making. Elevate compensation programs and foster partnerships across HR to ensure...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Advance your career by overseeing HR generalist functions and enhancing training development, while fostering strong employee relations and effective recruitment strategies to support organizational o...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$105K - $150K *

Lead the charge in strategic compensation initiatives by providing expert analysis and guidance to influence organizational pay structures, ensuring compliance and competitive edge through data-driven...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $100K *

Grow your career with impactful payroll leadership, overseeing end-to-end operations, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance systems and p...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $110K *

Transform tax operations by managing Canadian and US reporting, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and driving client satisfaction through expert analysis and collaboration. Engage with...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$156K - $195K *

Lead the charge in transforming Accounts Payable operations, overseeing end-to-end workflows, team development, and compliance across multiple regions. Drive supplier relationships and optimize procur...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by overseeing the ArcGIS Enterprise platform, ensuring data integrity, performance, and compliance across pipeline and operational workflows. Drive innovation in geospatial solutions...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $150K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional tax compliance and advisory services for mid-market clients. Collaborate with teams to identify tax-saving strategies and enhance client relationships while o...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Innovate tax filing and payments processes by owning integrations across jurisdictions. Collaborate with R&D to automate, reduce manual tasks, and enhance efficiency in payroll solutions for thousands...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.