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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$68K - $102K *

Unlock potential by delivering tax compliance and advisory support to diverse clients, including high-net-worth individuals and trusts. Collaborate with a team to prepare filings and drive innovative...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$74K - $112K *

Execute full-cycle recruiting strategies, partner with stakeholders, and enhance candidate experiences across multiple functions and geographies, ensuring data integrity and compliance in recruiting w...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$92K - $105K *

Grow your career by leading Oracle HCM Payroll Cloud projects while guiding teams and stakeholders. Utilize your expertise to deliver solutions, ensure compliance, and enhance payroll operations, driv...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $124K *

Unlock data-driven insights to enhance workforce management strategies and operational efficiency. Collaborate with teams to transform contact center performance using advanced analytics and reporting...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by becoming a key financial partner in a dynamic plant environment, overseeing accounting functions, managing financial reporting, and supporting operational decision-making to drive...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$78K - $98K *

Transform financial accuracy as a Senior GL Accountant, owning close, reconciliation, and reporting processes while collaborating across teams to drive improvements and mentor junior accountants, fost...

Windsor, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $90K *

Transform organizational effectiveness by managing HR operations, fostering inclusivity, and driving employee engagement initiatives. Serve as a strategic partner to leadership, addressing complex wor...

Today

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

$80K - $95K *

Optimize financial operations by ensuring accurate reporting, maintaining inventory, and assisting with asset management. Collaborate with controllers for budget development and month-end analysis whi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining employee payment solutions. As an Implementation Manager, oversee the deployment of our SaaS product for diverse clients, ensuring successful integrations and fostering s...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $90K *

Join our team to drive full-cycle recruiting, building strong relationships and excellent candidate experiences while managing diverse hiring needs across various functions. Your expertise will enhanc...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Help us ensure accuracy and efficiency in financial records across multiple locations. As a key member of our accounting team, you'll manage general ledgers, support audits, and contribute to process...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Empower your career by managing payroll operations, leading a team, ensuring compliance, and driving process improvements while collaborating with key stakeholders to enhance system functionality and...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's empowering payroll excellence through leadership, compliance, and innovation. Manage operations, ensure accuracy, and drive improvements while collaborating with key stakeholders to...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$72K - $99K *

Drive continuous improvement in plant operations by leading lean practices. Coach teams to enhance efficiency and effectiveness across various functions while fostering a culture of engagement and acc...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion and oversee payroll operations, ensuring compliance and accuracy across multi-layered benefit programs. Collaborate with HR teams to enhance processes while managing end-to-end payroll cycles...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$108K - $130K *

Optimize financial processes by enhancing Workday Financials through integrations, reporting, and configurations. Collaborate with Accounting teams to uphold data integrity and streamline operations...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $135K *

Join a team that drives precision in pension payroll administration, ensuring compliance and operational excellence across diverse defined benefit plans while fostering client partnerships and managin...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$98K - $151K *

Drive impactful financial strategies by leading renewal forecasting and retention analysis for SaaS products, providing actionable insights and fostering collaboration across teams to enhance overall...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $130K *

Lead executive technology support for senior leadership, ensuring seamless meetings and discrete service. Drive productivity and enhance collaboration in a high-stakes environment while managing risks...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Transform global tax operations by driving compliance, refining processes, and coordinating with cross-functional teams. Leverage your ASC 740 expertise while cultivating skills in indirect taxes and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $140K *

Contribute to transformative Salesforce solutions by leading technical architecture, integrating advanced systems, and driving ongoing DevOps initiatives while collaborating with cross-functional team...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $100K *

Oversee complex security assessment investigations, adjudicating cases to ensure compliance with security regulations and guidelines. Collaborate extensively across teams, providing expert analysis an...

4 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading complex financial analyses and grant management, requiring expert-level accounting skills. Drive accurate reporting, billing processes, and audits while working independent...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $130K *

Bring your expertise to shape our recruitment strategy by managing full-cycle hiring for critical roles. Collaborate with hiring managers, optimize processes, and enhance the candidate experience in a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$122K - $165K *

Lead the corporate income tax compliance and ASC 740 tax provision processes in a dynamic FinTech environment, driving growth and scalability while managing federal, state, and local tax filings and o...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 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.