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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$66K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team delivering comprehensive HR support in a vibrant distribution center. This role focuses on employee relations, compliance, and strategic guidance, driving a productive and engaging...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$99K - $148K *

Advance HR operational excellence by managing teams for I-9 Compliance, Employment Screening, and more. Drive process improvements, ensure compliance, and foster collaborative relationships with HR pa...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Oversee the financial performance and internal controls of operating companies, ensuring reliable data production and compliance. Lead a team of accounting technicians while maintaining capital and fa...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to effective data management by integrating diverse data sources, enhancing data quality, and fostering stakeholder collaboration to support robust reporting and decision-making processes w...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $216K *

Manage the end-to-end integration of complex systems within air traffic operations, ensuring reliable data flows and accurate configurations. Collaborate across teams to deliver essential support for...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$84K - $128K *

Make your mark at a dynamic agency where you'll manage high-volume contracts, support procurement processes, and enhance operational efficiency. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure complia...

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

$90K - $110K *

Advance your career by leading CMMS initiatives to enhance maintenance operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, provide user training, and ensure data integrity of SAP PM and MM systems wh...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by leading the fund accounting team while driving process improvements and mentoring staff. Your expertise will enhance operations for top-tier clients, ensuring technical excell...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$159K - $212K *

Join a team that's transforming compensation and benefits globally, shaping Total Rewards strategies and governance while driving talent attraction and retention with data-driven insights and collabor...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping payroll operations for a large, multi-state organization. Lead a talented team in ensuring accurate, compliant payroll delivery while driving process improvements and operat...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $140K *

Transform talent acquisition through leading technology solutions and enhancements. As a key team member, you'll configure systems, provide user support, and drive process improvements that elevate re...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$86K - $101K *

Shape the future of change communications by delivering engaging strategies, tools, and narratives to support organizational transformation, fostering relationships across teams and enhancing employee...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$130K - $175K *

Manage the comprehensive payroll operations for a dynamic workforce, ensuring accuracy and compliance across various states. Collaborate with HR and finance teams while leading a small team to enhance...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $135K *

Contribute to innovative training solutions that enhance lawyer and staff proficiency in legal technology. Your expertise will shape our training programs, ensuring adaptability and growth amidst emer...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of finance by optimizing accounting practices, mentoring talent, and ensuring compliance. Lead the month-end close and financial reporting processes as we continu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage complex litigated claims, ensuring effective coverage analysis, communication, and file resolution in a fast-paced, paperless environment. Drive success with your exp...

Today

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $175K *

Join a dynamic Accounting team to manage end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring compliance and accuracy for employees across multiple states. Lead and innovate payroll practices while collaborating a...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $175K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage and oversee comprehensive payroll operations, ensuring timely and accurate processing for multi-state employees while providing support and guidance to direct reports...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $175K *

Lead the charge in managing and executing end-to-end payroll for US employees while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. Oversee payroll operations, mentor team members, and optimiz...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $175K *

Lead the payroll function by overseeing payroll processing and compliance for US employees, ensuring timely and accurate payments while managing a dedicated team and collaborating with cross-functiona...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $175K *

Champion the payroll process with ownership of multi-state payroll for US employees, ensuring accurate and timely compensation while overseeing payroll team operations and compliance with applicable r...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $175K *

Manage payroll processing across multiple states, ensuring timely and accurate employee payments. Oversee audits, compliance, and coordination with HR while supervising direct reports and enhancing pa...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $175K *

Accelerate progress at our firm by overseeing the payroll process for US employees. Manage payroll functions, audit compliance, and mentor team members, ensuring timely and accurate salary disbursemen...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $175K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for multi-state employees. This hands-on role requires strong leadership, expertise in payroll systems, and a keen under...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $175K *

Oversee the complete payroll process to ensure timely and accurate employee payments while managing payroll operations across multiple US states and providing support to HR and finance functions for c...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.