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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$80K - $95K *

Drive impactful tax solutions as a Senior Tax Associate, collaborating with a dynamic team. Utilize your expertise in public accounting and advanced tax concepts to enhance client service and ensure c...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$84K - $96K *

Contribute to full-cycle payroll management and benefits administration, ensuring compliance and providing exceptional service to staff. Play a key role in pension administration and collaborate with...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$149K - $182K *

Deliver impactful project cost management by leading teams in budgeting, tracking, and reporting in a collaborative environment. Utilize advanced tools to ensure financial accuracy and optimize projec...

2 weeks ago

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

$89K - $147K *

Drive strategic compensation initiatives by delivering data-driven insights, conducting market analyses, and collaborating with leaders to enhance talent strategies and support organizational goals in...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $103K *

Join a team that's redefining financial reporting systems, collaborating closely with stakeholders to design innovative solutions. Drive modernization efforts utilizing AI and Adaptive Planning while...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $103K *

Accelerate financial reporting innovation while supporting cross-divisional teams. Collaborate on emerging AI initiatives to streamline processes, design reporting solutions, and ensure accuracy in fi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $90K *

Oversee the month-end close process and financial reporting. Collaborate closely with executive leadership to enhance finance operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance in accounting while driving c...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Join a team dedicated to enhancing financial operations by managing cash flow, monitoring transactions, reconciling records, and preparing financial analyses to support strategic decisions and improve...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Drive effective project performance by analyzing data, generating reports, and supporting decision-making throughout the project lifecycle. Collaborate with teams to enhance project controls, ensuring...

1 week ago

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

$85K - $102K *

Join an innovative team to support strategic communications, enhance stakeholder engagement, and execute impactful events for the Command, Control, Communications, and Battle Management Division, cont...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by guiding and coaching managers on people-related strategies. Partner across teams to enhance performance management, employee relations, and organizational health, driving a positiv...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $130K *

Lead the charge in overseeing audit and attestation engagements, delivering high-quality services while managing client relationships and mentoring junior staff to enhance team performance and project...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$74K - $112K *

Transform marketing strategies as you manage proposals, content, and social media, driving growth through research and collaboration. Engage with stakeholders to align initiatives with company goals...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $134K *

Elevate your career by managing U.S. indirect tax compliance and audits. Collaborate across departments to drive process improvements while supporting global initiatives in a dynamic, multi-faceted en...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$124K - $150K *

Oversee payroll management by ensuring efficient payroll processing, compliance with regulations, and audit readiness. Provide leadership to the payroll team, fostering a transparent, trustful culture...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$71K - $118K *

Manage HR initiatives and support employees at all levels. Collaborate on labor relations, performance enhancements, and employee development while resolving workplace issues and recommending effectiv...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$93K - $111K *

Shape the future of finance by leveraging your expertise in Workday Financials to optimize processes, drive analytics, and support strategic initiatives. Collaborate with teams to design solutions tha...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$84K - $108K *

Execute financial strategies to enhance plant performance through cost analysis, budgeting, and risk management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive insights and improvements supporting o...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$84K - $108K *

Drive financial performance by analyzing costs, budgeting, and forecasting. Collaborate cross-functionally to identify cost drivers and provide insights for improved operational decisions and strategi...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Empower client success by managing complex tax engagements. Drive proactive planning and review intricate returns for diverse clients, particularly in real estate. Elevate the firm's reputation throug...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Drive excellence by overseeing payroll and HR operations, ensuring compliance, and fostering a high-performing culture. Be the go-to expert for payroll accuracy and employee engagement, enhancing orga...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $108K *

Transform employee engagement and performance by partnering with management in overseeing HR initiatives, from recruitment to development. Lead a team, mentor junior staff, and enhance the effectivene...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$105K - $135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring seamless payroll and benefits management for a diverse workforce. You'll oversee multi-state payroll compliance, benefits administration, and serve as a key re...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead a high-impact team as the primary contractor liaison, managing operations, staffing, quality, and performance for critical government support services in a fast-paced environment, ensuring excell...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career by leading payroll operations and transformation efforts. Ensure compliance, enhance payroll accuracy, and modernize processes using technology. Collaborate across departments to crea...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.