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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$101K - $136K *

Join a dynamic team to shape innovative Workday solutions that enhance employee experiences and operational efficiency while collaborating across functions to modernize people technology and optimize...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $137K *

Lead strategic budgeting initiatives for complex projects, enhancing operational efficiency through stakeholder collaboration, budget governance frameworks, and continuous improvement methodologies. D...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$98K - $140K *

Lead the charge in optimizing client service operations and driving team performance. Foster engagement while managing a dedicated team to enhance customer satisfaction and retention in a fast-paced...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's redefining compensation strategies and driving analytical solutions. As a key contributor, you will provide insights that influence our total rewards programs, ensuring competitive...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$90K - $110K *

Transform financial operations as a pivotal Revenue Accountant, managing revenue recognition, compliance, and reporting while driving process improvements and collaboration across teams for optimal ef...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $110K *

Manage financial and program analysis functions, ensuring compliance, analysis integrity, and effective relationships. Lead negotiations and support program planning, reporting, and compliance in a go...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Unlock your potential in a vibrant real estate environment where you’ll manage diverse properties and engage with seasoned professionals to enhance your accounting skills and drive financial accuracy...

1 week ago

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

$112K - $179K *

Tackle complex intelligence challenges by providing advanced cryptologic support and non-kinetic analysis, integrating data to deliver strategic insights. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$59K - $109K *

Unlock your potential in a pivotal role supporting privacy compliance and risk management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data practices while navigating evolving regulations like...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$93K - $107K *

Lead financial analysis and reporting efforts, supporting budget management and compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop forecasts, communicate trends, and ensure adherence to policies whi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$59K - $109K *

Transform your career by supporting privacy compliance initiatives, ensuring alignment with regulations like PIPEDA and Quebec Law 25. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance data practices and driv...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$59K - $109K *

Transform your career by overseeing data privacy compliance and risk management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to regulatory standards while optimizing processes and enha...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $150K *

Drive HR Services and Payroll excellence across North America, ensuring operational efficiency, compliance, and high-quality service delivery while developing top talent and cultivating a culture of a...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$185K *

Transform financial operations by managing government contracts, ensuring compliance, reporting financial information, and facilitating optimal budget strategies. This role drives operational integrit...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Tackle the future of implementation strategy by leading projects that align client demand with delivery capacity, ensuring high-quality outcomes through effective governance and cross-functional colla...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Elevate your career as a strategic partner in underwriting, driving new business growth, and managing broker relationships in the E&S construction market, while influencing product direction and portf...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$96K - $113K *

Transform data into strategic insights! Leverage your SQL and BI skills to implement data solutions, manage datasets, and enhance reporting tools while collaborating with stakeholders to align with bu...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$79K - $100K *

Pioneer recruitment excellence by overseeing the full lifecycle of talent acquisition for engineering roles. Collaborate with a global team, focusing on sourcing, data analysis, and strategic hiring t...

1 week ago

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

$76K - $116K *

Accelerate project success by managing complex aerospace manufacturing initiatives, collaborating with diverse teams, analyzing production challenges, and presenting updates to executives, ensuring qu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Champion the design and development of dynamic, responsive user interfaces using Angular and TypeScript, collaborating with designers and backend teams to enhance user experiences and optimize applica...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as you craft scalable enterprise applications with Java Spring Boot, collaborate across functions, and drive best practices in software development while mentoring junior members a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $92K *

Drive innovative payment solutions by integrating APIs and technical designs to enhance operational efficiency and client experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless impleme...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $92K *

Join a dedicated team that designs and implements cutting-edge integrated payment solutions, ensuring operational integrity and technical success across diverse environments. Drive enhancements and su...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $149K *

Champion your accounting career by joining our dynamic finance team, shaping financial strategies, and collaborating closely across functions to drive operational excellence and support growth within...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $130K *

Unlock financial insights by analyzing and optimizing budgets, forecasts, and reporting structures while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance strategic decision-making processes...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.