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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$120K - $150K *

Take ownership of high-value projects, leveraging your expertise to implement and optimize FactSet's analytics solutions while mentoring junior team members. Collaborate with clients and teams to driv...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive enterprise deployments and optimize client solutions while mentoring junior specialists. Collaborate on complex projects leveraging FactSet tools to enhance user experience and ensure successful...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Engage in high-value projects as a Lead Implementation Specialist, driving successful deployments of FactSet solutions while mentoring junior team members and collaborating with clients to enhance the...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Elevate client experiences by leading complex implementations of advanced analytics solutions. Collaborate with teams to optimize product delivery and mentor junior specialists while driving strategic...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in implementing high-value FactSet solutions, guiding complex client projects while mentoring junior team members. Collaborate with clients to enhance workflows and ensure successful d...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $110K *

Unlock financial excellence by managing all bookkeeping operations, ensuring accurate reporting, and providing insights that drive business success while enhancing internal financial processes and com...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $150K *

Help us drive critical healthcare initiatives with Veterans, ensuring successful planning and execution of transformation programs. This role demands strong organizational skills and collaboration acr...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$59K - $111K *

Collaborate to enhance business processes by standardizing workflows, utilizing technology, and improving efficiencies in a remote environment. Engage with cross-functional teams to facilitate trainin...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive optimization of Finance systems by leveraging Workday Financial Management expertise. Collaborate across departments to enhance financial processes, strengthen integrations, and ensure data inte...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Optimize budget processes to support defense initiatives, ensuring accurate analysis and reporting. Collaborate with stakeholders to manage funds efficiently while providing critical support in a fast...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that shapes the future of government contracting by executing comprehensive accounting operations, guiding staff, and ensuring compliance with regulations while driving process improvement...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$192K - $230K *

Lead the transformation of total rewards programs, driving strategic alignment with organizational goals while overseeing compensation and benefits administration to create a competitive employee valu...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform data into actionable insights as a Senior Risk Data Analyst, enhancing decision-making in payments risk and compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop reporting and automation sol...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $85K *

Transform your career by leading the Accounts Receivable process, enhancing cash flow, and driving operational efficiency. Leverage your expertise to mentor a talented team while collaborating cross-f...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$124K - $166K *

Join our dynamic team to empower sales growth through innovative solutions. As a Solution Engineer, collaborate closely with stakeholders to drive customer success and leverage industry insights for i...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $180K *

Lead the charge in delivering enterprise-wide Workday Financials projects, driving implementation and optimization initiatives while ensuring stakeholder engagement and compliance. Guide cross-functio...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$72K - $95K *

Engage with senior leaders to support governance and DRC activities, coordinating communications and projects while ensuring accuracy. Take ownership of processes and contribute meaningfully to evolvi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Elevate the organization’s data governance by defining policies, overseeing data quality, and ensuring accountability. Build partnerships across teams to create a culture of trust and integrity in dat...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading Data Governance initiatives, establishing data ownership policies, and ensuring enterprise-wide compliance. Drive quality and accountability in data management through s...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in establishing and executing data governance standards across the organization. Drive accountability and influence cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity, security, and quali...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Unlock business potential by managing P&L data, enhancing reporting, and driving strategic insights within the logistics and cost of sales functions, while collaborating across teams to inform senior...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$74K - $124K *

Deliver insightful analysis and support for organizational transformation initiatives. Partner with clients in the national security and law enforcement sectors to enhance operational efficiency and t...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $160K *

Pioneer tax compliance solutions, manage client engagements, including private equity funds. Lead operational tasks, ensure accuracy in tax returns and perform research while mentoring and training ac...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $130K *

Champion partner activation across sales teams, driving revenue growth and execution through collaboration, coaching, and playbook development in a dynamic B2B SaaS environment focused on measurable r...

Etobicoke, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Redefine HR solutions by providing expert support and configures SAP SuccessFactors and HCM. Collaborate on projects to enhance processes while ensuring top-tier service and functionality for users ac...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.