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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$80K - $90K *

Elevate showroom operations by driving project success across launches and enhancements. Collaborate with various teams to ensure optimal functionality and brand standards while innovating processes t...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Transform client success by leading and mentoring a dynamic team of consultants and project managers, overseeing project delivery, and implementing best practices to optimize performance and achieve m...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$122K - $184K *

Join a team that's passionate about transforming HR technology. You’ll deliver innovative solutions, facilitate collaboration, and drive customer satisfaction while managing multiple projects to optim...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's committed to financial accuracy while supporting government contracting operations. This role encompasses payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and compliance, ensuring adherence to...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$119K - $149K *

Optimize workforce engagement and performance as a strategic HR partner, guiding managers through employee relations, training, and change management to foster a thriving culture and meet business obj...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $90K *

Manage the production of budgets and revenue forecasts, ensuring compliance and collaboration with partners. Oversee financial statements and budget execution while leading financial operations to sup...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to ensure financial accuracy in a dynamic corporate accounting role, supporting payroll, AP, AR, and compliance within government contracting—transforming data into actionable insights...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $115K *

Explore a dynamic role in tax services, supporting high-net-worth clients with expert tax compliance, planning, and collaboration with financial advisors to achieve their financial goals in a team-dri...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$176K - $282K *

Lead the charge in architecting enterprise-grade solutions for federal civilian clients, designing scalable architectures across key technology domains, and contributing to winning proposals that addr...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Engage with us to optimize tax compliance and accounting processes, overseeing the preparation of income tax returns, executing tax research, and managing external advisor relationships while coaching...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $100K *

Unlock your potential in a dynamic tax role, managing filings and audits across various jurisdictions while collaborating with accounting teams to support financial strategies and compliance...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by managing key customer relationships and leading account strategies to drive satisfaction and business growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and ensure customer needs a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$92K - $164K *

Engage with us to oversee and enhance budgetary activities, ensuring effective financial administration. You'll provide leadership in budget analysis, reporting, and staff management, driving alignmen...

2 days ago

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

$84K - $95K *

Partner with us to enhance energy efficiency programs by managing applications, ensuring compliance, and supporting customer interactions. Drive impact through collaboration while maintaining accurate...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$84K - $95K *

Engage in impactful energy efficiency projects by managing applications and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance processes and communication while supporting program goals and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing regional accounting functions, ensuring compliance and financial accuracy while collaborating with various managers to support project budgets and reporting...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Manage product cost analysis and financial processes to enhance decision-making for stakeholders. Offer insights into production economics while ensuring compliance with financial targets and enhancin...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Engage with clients as a trusted HR advisor, leveraging your expertise to provide tailored solutions and exceptional service, benefiting both their business and your career growth in a dynamic, suppor...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$72K - $95K *

Shape comprehensive financial guidance by counseling participants on diverse investment options, crafting tailored advice, and delivering exceptional customer service to meet their financial objective...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Shape global tax strategies and lead a dynamic team while overseeing compliance with ASC 740. Drive efficiencies in tax accounting, reporting, and mentoring staff to excel in a fast-paced environment...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Champion accuracy and compliance in payroll and corporate credit card operations. Oversee payroll processing, accounting tasks, and employee support while ensuring regulatory adherence and providing a...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $90K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage essential accounting operations, oversee journal entries, reconciliations, and support the month-end close process. Contribute to the integrity of financial data in a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in transforming the accounting function, ensuring efficient processes and strong internal controls while transitioning from outsourced providers to an in-house team during a phase of r...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Drive the implementation and optimization of SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud solutions globally. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance system performance, provide support, and ensure compliance for super...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Manage and oversee project execution, ensuring quality, timeliness, and budget adherence while serving as the primary client liaison and leading a dynamic project team. Drive business development effo...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical 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.