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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$90K - $110K *

Advance solar PV and energy storage projects by shaping the permitting process, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and collaborating with stakeholders across multiple levels to drive pr...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing software implementation projects, ensuring timely, on-budget delivery while upholding quality and stakeholder satisfaction in a fast-paced environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $145K *

Champion effective communication in a fast-paced environment by supporting strategy execution and crafting engagement materials for diverse stakeholders within Navy or DoD transformation initiatives...

5 days ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Shape your career as a key player in product development, owning the full lifecycle from discovery to launch. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align user needs and business goals while drivi...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$59K - $103K *

Contribute to the integrity of global Fixed Assets accounting. Engage with teams to manage the lifecycle from capitalization to audit support, while streamlining processes and ensuring compliance with...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $95K *

Innovate payroll management by overseeing all processes, ensuring compliance and accuracy in the construction sector. Lead a team to enhance operations, manage benefits, and support organizational goa...

3 weeks ago

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

$111K - $160K *

Elevate financial strategy by guiding teams in profitability, analytics, and customer pricing decisions. Ensure operational excellence through robust data analysis and cross-functional collaboration t...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Champion stability and performance in SAP systems while leading technical initiatives, troubleshooting complex issues, and collaborating with teams to enhance SAP landscapes and ensure optimal system...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K *

Shape the future of strategic logistics initiatives through business process reengineering and operational planning support for the Defense Logistics Agency, enhancing efficiencies and driving moderni...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Help us drive financial integrity by providing expert audit support, ensuring compliance and strengthening internal controls through extensive analysis and continuous monitoring. Join a dynamic team f...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$93K - $140K *

Champion the SEC reporting process by preparing key filings, supporting technical accounting analyses, and ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP. Ideal for a detail-oriented accountant with a solid found...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$70K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing procurement processes and driving cost savings. Collaborate with internal teams to analyze spend and negotiate contracts, ensuring supplier performance meets organization...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$92K - $122K *

Lead and elevate financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance while optimizing multi-entity processes and driving automation for a dynamic global organization...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $120K *

Inspire financial success as you provide expert tax services, enhancing client relationships and ensuring compliance. Collaborate in a dynamic team environment to drive impactful solutions tailored to...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $100K *

Elevate project success by overseeing financials, ensuring compliance, and driving efficient collaboration across teams. If you're detail-oriented and thrive in dynamic environments, this role is your...

4 days ago

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

$80K *

Champion project efficiency by managing documentation, vendor relations, and billing. Oversee customer orders and maintain communication on shipments while supporting team initiatives in a dynamic off...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K *

Support and manage the project lifecycle by coordinating with vendors, tracking shipments, and ensuring accurate billing. Provide exceptional service to customers while promoting company processes and...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$73K - $88K *

Transform office operations by managing daily functions, executing onboarding, and supporting recruitment. Build systems to scale while ensuring a positive candidate experience and maintaining a colla...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$500K+*

Help us enhance customer experience as a Technical Support Specialist, ensuring fast resolutions and maintaining essential client relationships. You will play a key role in optimizing our support oper...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $112K *

Lead the charge in financial planning and analysis for Maintenance, ensuring accurate budgeting, forecasting, and insightful reporting across all ADUSA brands to drive operational decisions and enhanc...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $112K *

Unlock potential by delivering insightful financial analysis and reporting. Collaborate closely with Maintenance organizations to drive budgeting, forecasting, and strategic decisions, ensuring top-ti...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $95K *

Shape the future of employment compliance by providing expert guidance on complex employee relations, conducting sensitive investigations, and advising leadership on best practices and legal requireme...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $140K *

Transform HR operations and employee experience across STX Americas. Lead talent acquisition, streamline HR processes, and cultivate a strong office culture while acting as a strategic partner to seni...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $115K *

Champion accuracy in financial reporting by managing complex general ledger activities, ensuring compliance, and supporting audits while collaborating with a dynamic finance team to achieve organizati...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Optimize payroll operations across diverse Canadian locations, ensuring compliance with regulations while mentoring teams and improving processes. Collaborate closely with HR and oversee accurate payr...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.