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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$70K - $95K *

Champion payroll accuracy and continuity by processing full-cycle domestic payroll, managing time tracking, and ensuring compliance. Your keen eye for detail and commitment to confidentiality will dri...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $85K *

Transform the payroll process by ensuring accurate, timely payroll for a global organization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, maintain compliance with regulations, and provide exceptional emp...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining payroll operations. In this role, you'll oversee complex remittance, mentor colleagues, and enhance processes in a fast-paced, multi-state environment, driving accuracy a...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $106K *

Drive organizational success by ensuring accurate payroll processing and compliance. Engage in managing employee inquiries and payroll records, fostering a supportive environment for city employees wi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $105K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team overseeing multi-state and international payroll. Ensure compliance, enhance processes, and collaborate with stakeholders in a fast-paced, technology-driven enviro...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $140K *

Empower financial futures by leading payroll operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in a dynamic fintech environment. Manage domestic and international payroll while supporting the...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $105K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of payroll and compensation in a fast-paced environment. Own end-to-end payroll for a growing organization while collaborating with HR and finance to optimize pro...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$72K - $89K *

Contribute to accurate payroll operations for Canadian employees, ensuring compliance with laws and collective agreements while enhancing systems and team collaboration for operational excellence in a...

Grand Forks, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$72K - $89K *

Manage end-to-end payroll processing and compliance for Canadian employees, ensuring accuracy in data management and timekeeping. Collaborate across teams while addressing inquiries and improving syst...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$72K - $89K *

Unlock potential by driving seamless payroll processing, ensuring compliance, and enhancing data management for Canadian employees while fostering a collaborative team environment and supporting opera...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by managing key aspects of retirement plan administration, supporting audits, and ensuring compliance while collaborating with a dedicated HR Benefits team to enhance overall servi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$68K - $108K *

Help us ensure payroll accuracy and compliance by managing bi-weekly payroll processing, timekeeping, and financial reporting while collaborating with various departments to drive efficiency and uphol...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$62K - $99K *

Shape the future of payroll excellence by ensuring accurate and compliant processing, collaborating with teams, and enhancing financial reporting in a dynamic consulting environment...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$62K - $99K *

Take ownership of precise payroll processing, compliance, and labor reporting in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with HR and Accounting to support accurate financial performance and enhance operati...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$62K - $99K *

Transform payroll operations within our consulting firm by ensuring accurate processing, compliance with regulations, and effective timekeeping. Collaborate with accounting and HR to optimize project...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$62K - $99K *

Optimize payroll processes for accuracy and compliance in a dynamic consulting environment. Collaborate with accounting and HR teams to enhance labor reporting and financial performance across project...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$62K - $99K *

Support accurate payroll processing by ensuring compliance and timely reporting. Collaborate across teams to maintain payroll integrity while enhancing processes and resolving discrepancies. This role...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$62K - $99K *

Join a team that's integral to payroll accuracy and compliance within the Architecture and Engineering consulting sector. Collaborate with Accounting and HR to ensure accurate payroll processing, labo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$62K - $99K *

Elevate payroll accuracy and compliance while collaborating across finance and HR. Drive efficient processing, support project labor reporting, and enhance operational effectiveness within a dynamic c...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$62K - $99K *

Contribute to accurate payroll processing by ensuring compliance and collaboration across HR and Accounting. This role is essential for supporting payroll accuracy, project allocations, and financial...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$62K - $99K *

Manage accurate payroll processing and compliance for a consulting firm, ensuring timely payment, correct labor allocations, and support for financial reporting, while collaborating with HR and Accoun...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$62K - $99K *

Support accurate payroll processing by ensuring compliance and timely reporting in a collaborative environment. Leverage your expertise to enhance payroll functions and drive financial performance wit...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $95K *

Empower your career by managing payroll and benefits for 500+ employees. Ensure compliance and accuracy, develop reports, and enhance operational efficiency while collaborating closely with finance in...

2 weeks ago

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

$70K - $95K *

Contribute to streamlined global payroll processes by managing end-to-end payroll across various countries, ensuring accuracy and compliance while handling statutory filings and complex calculations i...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$1K - $500K+*

Own the U.S. payroll processing for 1,300+ employees while enhancing operational efficiency and compliance in partnership with cross-functional teams. Drive improvements and transition to a new global...

2 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.