Welcome to the Payroll Analyst Job Category

A Payroll Analyst is a specialized type of Financial Analyst. They work in businesses of all sizes, managing their employer's payroll. With roles varying from preparing reports for accounting purposes, calculating and processing payments, and working on new payroll policies.

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Payroll Analysts can benefit from having skills like Financial analysis, Payroll Tax, ADP Payroll, and Payroll Processing. Discover updated high paying job listings and exclusive access to jobs from top tier companies nationwide.

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$107K - $161K *

Launch your career as a Senior Payroll Analyst, mastering end-to-end payroll for US and Canadian employees. Collaborate across teams to ensure accuracy, compliance, and operational excellence in a fas...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$76K - $100K *

Advance your finance career by ensuring accurate T&E report compliance. Engage with diverse teams, manage vendor relations, and streamline accounts payable processes while contributing to financial re...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$65K - $105K *

Engage with senior leadership to drive data-driven decision-making, optimizing sales operations through advanced analytics, predictive modeling, and automation. Leverage expertise in SQL and BI tools...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$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

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $104K *

Unlock potential by serving as a key partner in financial reporting, managing equity compensation needs, collaborating across teams, and ensuring accurate reporting aligned with regulatory standards...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$86K - $137K *

Manage complex payroll processes across North America and LATAM, driving automation and improvements while serving as a key advisor. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and enhance payr...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $100K *

Unlock potential by taking ownership of dynamic FP&A processes. This role requires a proactive analyst to build models, deliver insights, and leverage AI tools within a high-growth SaaS context, confi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $90K *

Drive payroll tax compliance through expert research, teamwork, and proactive documentation. Ensure operational integrity while navigating regulations and optimizing tax systems, actively supporting a...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $130K *

Shape compensation programs that attract and retain talent while aligning with business strategy. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure equity, scalability, and market competitiveness in a public c...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $95K *

Champion compensation strategies that drive talent retention and equity. Utilize your expertise to analyze data, conduct market research, and align compensation practices with organizational goals, en...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$93K - $139K *

Unlock your potential as a Business Analyst focusing on Workday Financials, driving financial solutions and managing service requests while collaborating closely with stakeholders to enhance reporting...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $182K *

Join a team that's transforming compensation strategies by delivering expert analysis and innovative solutions in executive pay, incentive design, and broad-based compensation to drive organizational...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $115K *

Lead financial analysis efforts by leveraging data to support strategic initiatives. Collaborate across teams to enhance organizational financial insight and drive informed decision-making through adv...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$72K - $116K *

Optimize payroll tax compliance by managing filings, resolving issues and ensuring accuracy across jurisdictions. Join a dedicated team focused on minimizing financial risks while enhancing payroll pr...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $153K *

Shape the future of Workday configurations as you lead impactful solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to manage payroll, absence, and time tracking processes while ensuring data integrity and seam...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$66K - $104K *

Unlock data insights while troubleshooting complex database issues, enhancing data visualizations, and driving efficiency. Collaborate with experts to support and develop functional data systems and p...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $105K *

Make your mark at a growing operations team where you'll drive compliance decisions, balancing security, user experience, and operational excellence while utilizing AI insights to enhance efficiency a...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $111K *

Elevate your career as a Financial Analyst by preparing financial statements and analyses under various accounting standards. Collaborate on audit responses and driver improvements in financial operat...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$72K - $108K *

Champion a data-driven approach by leading strategic operations projects that optimize processes, enhance insights, and drive revenue growth within a collaborative team focused on solving complex busi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive financial excellence by delivering insights and analyses that empower strategic decision-making across departments. Lead budgeting, forecasting, and revenue analytics to foster growth and optimi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $105K *

Join a team that's driving payroll solutions through dynamic sales leadership. You'll manage a territory-focused team, develop sales strategies, and foster partnerships while achieving monthly product...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $110K *

Advance our financial strategies by leveraging robust analysis and insights. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize budgets, forecasts, and performance metrics, while mentoring junior analysts and...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $110K *

Join a team that's shaping financial strategy through analysis and partnership. Utilize your expertise to drive operational efficiency, forecast performance, and cultivate relationships across departm...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $110K *

Drive financial planning and analysis through data insights, mentorship, and operational initiatives, working closely with leaders to enhance business performance and support decision-making across mu...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Payroll Analyst do?question toggle

    A Payroll Analyst manages an employer's payroll, prepares reports for accounting purposes, calculates and processes payments, and works on new payroll policies.

  • What skills do I need to be a Payroll Analyst?question toggle

    Key skills for a Payroll Analyst include Financial Analysis, Payroll Tax, ADP Payroll, and Payroll Processing.

  • Can I find high paying Payroll Analyst jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Yes, Ladders provides access to jobs paying $100K and up, including roles as a Payroll Analyst.