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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$88K - $123K *

Optimize people analytics through data reporting and dashboard maintenance, ensuring stakeholders receive accurate insights for informed decision-making while leveraging AI resources to enhance work e...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Shape financial operations by overseeing settlement trusts, leading a high-performing team, and establishing compliant accounting processes. Drive improvements in internal controls while ensuring opti...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $125K *

Support your career growth by managing project controls, developing detailed GMPs, and ensuring financial accuracy across operations while collaborating with teams for project success and risk managem...

6 days ago

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

$145K - $175K *

Unlock potential by becoming a key advisor to customers, driving data solutions and strategy. Collaborate with sales and engineering teams while shaping product direction to meet complex analytics and...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$126K - $171K *

Elevate project management excellence by leading complex initiatives, analyzing impacts, and coordinating stakeholder requirements, ultimately driving successful project completion through best practi...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Transform businesses as an FP&A Consultant, designing solutions and fostering growth. Partner with executives to enhance finances, recommend improvements, and drive impactful decisions in a dynamic co...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $115K *

Join a dynamic finance team to drive FP&A, program finance, and pricing strategies while collaborating with multiple stakeholders to enhance financial performance and compliance in the government cont...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Transform the engineering landscape of a critical financial platform by leading a global team of 80+ engineers. Drive modernization, enhance operational resiliency, and ensure high availability while...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring financial accuracy and compliance. In this pivotal role, you'll manage key accounting processes, support audits, and provide insights that drive informed decis...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Contribute to client success by managing technical relationships, resolving issues, and optimizing payment solutions. Leverage technical expertise to deliver exceptional support and facilitate product...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $105K *

Lead the charge in optimizing logistics management applications while applying your expertise to analyze operational challenges and enhance system solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to improve p...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$65K - $108K *

Join a team that's transforming the landscape of eDiscovery by leveraging advanced platforms and collaborative strategies. Support key litigation efforts while ensuring compliance and accuracy in lega...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$56K - $104K *

Empower success by providing reporting support for offshore initiatives, tracking performance metrics, and collaborating with teams to enhance operations in the Employee Health & Benefits area. Drive...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of procurement by managing vendor relationships, executing purchase orders, and leading negotiations. Drive strategic cost savings while ensuring quality and timely delivery within a...

2 weeks ago

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

$240K - $310K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading the transformation and automation of our operations organization, driving strategic initiatives and building a high-performing centralized team to redefine in...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future by delivering actionable insights and operational support to enhance IT functions. Leverage data analytics, manage projects, and improve processes to drive efficiency and engagement a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$93K - $114K *

Elevate your career by providing essential legal support within a dynamic team. This role demands exceptional organization, attention to detail, and communication skills to efficiently manage legal do...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$93K - $114K *

Join a dynamic legal team to provide comprehensive support to attorneys by managing documents, coordinating communications, and ensuring efficient workflows in a fast-paced litigation environment. You...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $103K *

Drive payroll tax compliance by managing multi-state tax setups and reconciliations, collaborating with teams to resolve issues and ensure proper documentation is maintained for accurate reporting and...

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Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Analyze complex financial models and support valuations of commercial real estate investments. Collaborate with senior leadership and teams to evaluate performance metrics while driving innovative str...

1 week ago

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

$180K - $210K *

Join our dynamic team as we seek a Senior Compensation Manager who will develop and implement innovative compensation programs to drive employee engagement and retention in a rapidly evolving environm...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Principal Consultant, driving Workday Payroll, Absence, and Time Tracking support. Leverage your expertise to innovate client solutions, enhance project outcomes, and solidify...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$71K - $100K *

Empower clients by optimizing financial operations through cloud accounting, ensuring seamless transitions with project support, and fostering strong stakeholder relationships for lasting success...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$71K - $100K *

Deliver innovative solutions by leveraging technology and accounting expertise to optimize financial operations and ensure seamless client onboarding and transitions while maintaining project quality...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage tax compliance and strategy. Leverage 7+ years of tax expertise to navigate complex regulations, lead audits, and support financial reporting, ensuring timely and acc...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.