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 *

Champion payroll tax accuracy and compliance while leading a team of analysts. Drive process improvements, manage key projects, and foster strong client relationships to ensure timely resolution of ta...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $150K *

Reimagine wealth management and tax advisory services for high-net-worth clients. Develop client relationships while ensuring regulatory compliance and optimizing tax outcomes through strategic guidan...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $150K *

Lead a team that tackles complex cost control challenges, improving project performance through data-driven insights and expert guidance. Collaborate on large-scale projects, driving efficiencies in p...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $110K *

Join our new Government and Defense team to drive strategy implementation, manage project timelines, coordinate stakeholders, and leverage AI tools for enhanced productivity in a collaborative environ...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$98K - $163K *

Unlock the potential of cloud infrastructure by building a self-service application delivery platform on AWS, implementing robust CI/CD pipelines, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to driv...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$98K - $163K *

Empower innovation by developing a self-service application platform for AWS, utilizing Jenkins and Terraform to automate workflows and enhance security. Collaborate across teams to deliver robust, sc...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team driving efficiency and compliance in accounting processes. Manage monthly reporting, support audits, mentor staff, and collaborate across departments to enhance financial operation...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $133K *

Join a vibrant team delivering impactful tax and advisory services to clients, while mentoring talented staff and driving business growth in a flexible and supportive environment. Shape your career wi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $126K *

Shape the future of tax and business advisory services by delivering exceptional support to clients. As a key advisor, you will enhance client relationships while mentoring team members and driving me...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$88K - $154K *

Unlock potential by leading full-cycle recruitment for highly cleared technical roles. Partner with business leaders to strategize hiring and build strong talent pipelines, focusing on Cyber, Cloud, S...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $130K *

Join a team that empowers talent acquisition by leading full-cycle recruiting, collaborating with senior leaders, and leveraging data-driven strategies to attract top-tier candidates across diverse fu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$81K - $102K *

Partner with us to enhance financial decision-making through insightful analysis, strategic planning, and collaborative reporting. Drive accountability for financial performance in a fast-paced, dynam...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Champion innovative wash development by collaborating across teams to ensure high-quality fabric execution that meets design and production goals efficiently and sustainably...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Join our dynamic Tax Services team to enhance client tax strategies, ensuring compliance and maximizing profits. This role emphasizes client engagement, project management, and technical expertise in...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional legal support and administrative assistance, enhancing workflow for attorneys and paralegals through effective organization and communication skil...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $166K *

Bring your expertise to support vital HR functions, including recruitment, benefits, performance management, and employee relations, while providing bilingual support and fostering a positive workplac...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that drives financial decision-making in manufacturing. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to enhance analytics, compliance, and strategic planning. Engage in leadership growth, and...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $130K *

Contribute to client success by managing technical relationships, resolving issues, and optimizing payment solutions. Leverage technical expertise to deliver exceptional support and facilitate product...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Champion effective solutions as you consult on Workday projects, leading deliverables from discovery to deployment while managing multiple clients and projects across Payroll, Absence, or Time Trackin...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design and optimize cloud-based network systems, ensuring performance and reliability across platforms while automating infrastructure and mentoring junior engineers for continu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Pioneer reliable infrastructure solutions by designing, implementing, and automating systems for optimal performance. Collaborate across teams to enhance system resilience and lead incident response f...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$217K - $326K *

Drive your career with impactful project management, leading large-scale programs that blend infrastructure and software to enhance operations and customer outcomes while collaborating across business...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$67K - $114K *

Manage and coordinate executive-level operations with a focus on enhancing team performance and decision-making. Develop structured processes, facilitate meetings, and support strategic initiatives to...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$105K - $128K *

Engage with our Legal team as an experienced Paralegal, driving labor relations documentation and managing litigation files. Support a high-paced legal operation while collaborating with HR and People...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $95K *

Contribute to comprehensive plant accounting solutions by overseeing financial activities, ensuring compliance, and driving improvements in inventory controls, variance analysis, and reporting while c...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.