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 - $95K *

Transform complex international intercompany accounting while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and oversight across global entities. Drive partnerships with treasury and finance teams for efficient liqu...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$169K - $370K *

Transform your career by leading Threat Management services, enhancing security operations, and advising key stakeholders to advance cyber defense capabilities. Join a dynamic team committed to excell...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $170K *

Transform the financial close processes and lead the revamp of the order-to-cash operations while collaborating across teams to enhance efficiency and accuracy within revenue operations. Drive insight...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$87K - $109K *

Take ownership of complex international HR challenges across the Americas. Act as a strategic advisor for EOR services, ensuring compliance while maximizing customer experience in diverse global marke...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of complex accounting operations and lead critical financial processes. Collaborate with teams to ensure accuracy in reconciliations, journal entries, and support audits while driving e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of revenue strategy in this impactful leadership role, driving financial performance through data-driven insights and cross-functional collaboration with top executives to influence t...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Discover the opportunity to enhance mission readiness by facilitating procurement actions, maintaining compliance, and supporting logistical coordination in a federal acquisition environment while col...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in implementing CRM and Order Management systems, analyzing client specifications, and customizing solutions with SQL and Unix while leveraging SAFe Agile principles for project execut...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$117K - $175K *

Empower customers to optimize their HR technology through innovative solutions and exceptional service. Collaborate with teams to enhance customer understanding and satisfaction while managing multipl...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$122K - $184K *

Advance customer success by solving HR technology challenges, delivering innovative Workday solutions, and driving satisfaction through dedicated support. Collaborate with clients and leverage your ex...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$122K - $184K *

Partner with us to help customers overcome HR technology challenges by delivering exceptional support and innovative solutions, ensuring they maximize their Workday investment through a collaborative...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$122K - $184K *

Shape customer success by leveraging your experience in HR technology to drive effective solutions and enhance the value of Workday investments through collaboration, configuration support, and innova...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$117K - $175K *

Join a dynamic team delivering innovative HR technology solutions to enhance customer satisfaction through effective collaboration and technical expertise. Support clients in maximizing their Workday...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$122K - $184K *

Shape the future of HR technology by delivering expert consulting services to maximize customer satisfaction and drive efficient Workday application usage across multiple projects...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $162K *

Unlock data potential by designing and optimizing cutting-edge solutions for diverse clients, collaborating with stakeholders and enhancing your technical consulting expertise in a dynamic environment...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $162K *

Develop innovative data solutions to transform raw data into insights that drive business growth. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance technical skills while delivering exceptional client-facing...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

$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

$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

$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 - $105K *

Unlock data-driven pay strategies and insights by leveraging advanced analytics, modeling, and emerging technologies. Collaborate with stakeholders to inform compensation decisions and enhance organiz...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$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

$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 *

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...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.