Explore Payroll Specialist Jobs

Find Payroll Specialist opportunities that match your experience in payroll processing, compliance, reporting, and employee support. Ladders features vetted professional roles with compensation of $100,000 or more, including senior and leadership-level positions for payroll experts.

What Payroll Specialists Do

Payroll Specialists help ensure employees are paid accurately and on time. Their work may include managing payroll cycles, reviewing time and attendance data, maintaining employee records, resolving pay questions, and preparing payroll reports. Depending on the organization and role level, they may also oversee payroll systems, coordinate with HR and finance teams, and support audits.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for strong attention to detail, discretion with sensitive information, and knowledge of payroll processes and applicable regulations. Experience with payroll platforms, HRIS tools, spreadsheet analysis, tax and benefits deductions, reconciliations, and multi-state or international payroll can be valuable. Senior roles may require team leadership, process improvement, and experience managing complex payroll operations.

Payroll Specialist Career Opportunities

Payroll career paths can lead to senior payroll specialist, payroll analyst, payroll manager, or payroll operations leadership roles. Opportunities vary by industry and organization size, with responsibilities shaped by workforce complexity, systems, and regulatory requirements. Browse current listings to find roles aligned with your background and career goals.

Find $100K+ Payroll Specialist Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, compare positions, and identify openings that fit your payroll expertise and next career step.

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$88K - $105K *

Advance your career by managing client relationships and leading tax planning projects. As a key member of our team, you will prepare and review diverse tax returns while mentoring staff and ensuring...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Strategize tax solutions and oversee client relationships while preparing and reviewing diverse tax returns. Drive compliance and planning initiatives, mentor team members, and participate in business...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$88K - $105K *

Shape tax strategies and manage client relationships while mentoring a dedicated team to provide top-notch compliance solutions, and drive business development efforts within a collaborative environme...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$123K - $153K *

Unlock potential by leading a team of tax professionals who deliver accurate returns and exceptional client service. Mentor staff, network for new business, and navigate complex tax regulations to max...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $100K *

Champion the future of taxation by managing a diverse portfolio of clients, ensuring compliance, maximizing tax benefits, and leading a dynamic team in a supportive environment that fosters profession...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$88K - $105K *

Transform client tax strategies through expert guidance, managing tax return processes, and mentoring a talented team to deliver optimal tax solutions while ensuring compliance with regulations for di...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$112K - $169K *

Solve complex tax challenges as a vital team leader, ensuring client satisfaction and maximizing benefits. Oversee tax return preparation, mentor staff, and engage in business development while naviga...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $100K *

Engage with diverse clients as a Tax Manager, guiding tax processes and solutions. Lead a team in delivering maximum tax benefits and ensuring compliance while fostering client relationships for growt...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$112K - $136K *

Shape the future of client relations as you manage tax processes and lead a team. Leverage your expertise in tax accounting and IRS regulations to optimize client tax benefits and develop solutions th...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$73K - $101K *

Champion HR initiatives that drive talent development and employee engagement. Collaborate with management to enhance workforce planning and culture, ensuring compliance and fostering a positive work...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Transform data privacy management by leading risk assessments and implementing frameworks. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance compliance and operational efficiency while fostering a culture of d...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$93K *

Advance your career by managing the complete billing process, ensuring accuracy and timely completion of financial matters. Join a dynamic environment where attention to detail and independence are vi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic operations team by enhancing workflows, improving customer service, and collaborating across functions to meet market demands while ensuring efficient system processes...

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

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of accounting and compliance within our business unit, including journal entries, reconciliations, and audits. Collaborate cross-functionally while providing strategic financial guidanc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $110K *

Join our team to empower the billing department by managing e-billing processes, ensuring compliance, and facilitating accurate invoice submissions. Collaborate with attorneys and clients to streamlin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $110K *

Champion the e-billing process by ensuring accurate client invoicing and compliance. Collaborate with attorneys and billing teams to set up new matters, resolve invoice issues, and maintain reporting...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to drive excellence in project controls for a landmark infrastructure initiative. Leverage your expertise in scheduling, cost management, and stakeholder coordination to enhance mo...

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

$85K - $100K *

Analyze financial performance and drive strategic insights to enhance profitability. Collaborate with management to develop reporting, forecasting, and budgeting processes, ensuring alignment across d...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$75K - $95K *

Shape the future of communication by collaborating with internal partners to craft impactful messages for diverse audiences, enhancing employee engagement and brand positioning through strategic commu...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in tax management by preparing and reviewing diverse tax returns, enhancing client relations, and mentoring your team to deliver optimal solutions and compliance with ever-evolving reg...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$70K - $100K *

Drive recovery efforts on high-risk accounts while enhancing processes. Collaborate cross-functionally to mitigate losses, ensuring compliance and a positive customer experience. Lead, mentor, and ana...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $195K *

Empower corporate tax strategies by leading a dynamic team in tax compliance, provision preparation, and consulting. Collaborate with diverse clients while fostering a high-quality, fast-paced work en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$88K - $98K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $114K *

Drive financial insights and decision support across global manufacturing plants, enhancing operational performance through data-driven analysis and collaboration with leadership teams in a dynamic en...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Payroll Specialist do?question toggle

    A Payroll Specialist helps process payroll accurately and on schedule, maintains payroll records, reviews time and pay data, addresses employee questions, and may prepare reports or support compliance and audits.

  • What qualifications are common for Payroll Specialist jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often value payroll experience, careful handling of confidential data, familiarity with payroll or HRIS software, strong analytical skills, and knowledge of relevant payroll procedures and regulations.

  • What skills are important for a Payroll Specialist?question toggle

    Attention to detail, accuracy, discretion, organization, communication, and problem-solving are important. Experience with payroll systems, reconciliations, reporting, and complex or multi-state payroll may also be useful.

  • What career paths are available for Payroll Specialists?question toggle

    Payroll Specialists may advance into senior specialist, payroll analyst, payroll manager, or payroll operations leadership positions, depending on their experience and interests.

  • Are there Payroll Specialist jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Yes. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including senior payroll and payroll leadership opportunities. Availability and requirements vary by employer and location.