Manager, Payroll
- On-site • Location flexible
- Full Time
- Min. 10 YOE
Payroll Specialist jobs
There are currently 242 Payroll Specialist jobs available on kibo.careers. 67% of current openings are remote roles. The median salary for payroll specialist roles is $104,500.
Latest Payroll Specialist jobs
Payroll Specialist
Remote • New York, NY, USA- Full Time
International Payroll Specialist
Remote • Madrid, Spain- Full Time
- Min. 5 YOE
HR & Payroll Specialist (Polish Payroll)
Remote • Poland- Full Time
- Min. 2 YOE
Global Payroll Executive
Hybrid • Colombo, Sri Lanka- Full Time
- Min. 4 YOE
Payroll Specialist
- Full Time
- Min. 6 YOE
Senior Financial Analyst (Global Payroll)
Hybrid • Toronto, ON, Canada- Full Time
- Min. 7 YOE
Accounting Specialist
- Full Time
- Min. 4 YOE
Payroll Manager
- On-site • Los Angeles, CA, USA
- Full Time
- $90,000 – $95,000/year
- Min. 5 YOE
How much do Payroll Specialist jobs pay?
Compensation range and 12-month salary trend for this role.
Median salary
$104,500
25th percentile
$75,000
75th percentile
$148,349
Salary disclosed
20%
48 listings
12-month salary trend
Median salary has trended upward since Apr 26 (+41%).
Most requested skills for Payroll Specialist jobs
Most common technologies and tools across current postings.
What does a Payroll Specialist do?
A Payroll Specialist is a critical member of any organization, responsible for ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time. This role combines elements of finance, human resources, and administration, requiring a keen eye for detail and a strong understanding of compliance. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the Payroll Specialist profession, from daily duties and required skills to career progression and how to get started in the field.
Payroll Specialist seniority mix
Distribution of opportunities across experience levels.
Mid
117
48% of market
Senior
48
20% of market
Entry
44
18% of market
Lead
13
5% of market
Staff
6
2% of market
Junior
1
0% of market
Payroll Specialist market insights
Summary of demand, work style, and skill signals for this role.
Active jobs
242
Hiring companies
132
Most common work style
Remote
Top skill signal
Excel (28%)
Companies hiring Payroll Specialist
Top employers currently posting openings for this role.
Where to apply for Payroll Specialist jobs
Application workflow guidance tailored to this intent.
- Start with the latest postings to find currently active opportunities.
- Narrow by role fit, seniority, and workplace preferences before applying.
- Prioritize employers with multiple active openings for better response odds.
- Use full search to compare roles side-by-side and apply faster.
FAQ
Answers to common search and application questions.
How strong is demand for Payroll Specialist jobs right now?
We are currently tracking 242 active postings across 132 companies for Payroll Specialist jobs. Start with the highest-volume roles and top hiring companies on this page, then narrow with filters that stay aligned to this search.
What salary range is typical for Payroll Specialist jobs?
Among listings with salary data on this page, typical compensation sits between $75,000 and $148,349, with a midpoint around $104,500. Use seniority and location filters to compare like-for-like roles.
Is hiring momentum improving for Payroll Specialist jobs?
Hiring has cooled for Payroll Specialist jobs: 16 new postings in the last 30 days compared with 225 in the prior 30-day window.
Where should I apply for Payroll Specialist jobs?
Start with the latest Payroll Specialist listings on this page, then use the prefiltered "See all" job search to apply in batches while keeping role intent intact.
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