Payroll administrator jobs in the United States

Find payroll administrator jobs across the United States. Choose a place, compare current openings and read the employer’s requirements.

Hiring at a glance

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1,733
Employers
1,117

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payUSD / hour
$26.74Across 490 listings
Average starting payUSD / year
$65,242Across 224 listings
Average starting payUSD / month
$4,859Across 11 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote
4%61 listings
Hybrid
2%41 listings
On-site
8%141 listings

Not specified: 86% (1,490 listings)

Employers hiring include Robert Half (151), JLM Strategic Talent Partners (40), lhh (38).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Payroll administrator jobs in the United States

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  • Payroll Specialist

    Central Piedmont Community College

    Charlotte, NC

    • $3,466.67 to $4,274 USD / month

    The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, maintaining payroll records, and ensuring compliance with labor laws, college policies, and…

  • PAYROLL CLERK

    The GEO Group

    Tacoma, WA

  • Payroll Specialist

    lhh

    Phoenix, AZ

    • $23 to $26 USD / hour

    We are seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage and process payroll for all employees while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. The ideal candidate will have hands-on…

  • 17975 - Sr. Payroll Specialist - GA, AZ - On Site

    Distro

    United States

    …serve over 95,000 businesses and process over $135B in annual payroll. As a "One Employer Solution" headquartered in Chandler, Arizona, Vensure helps thousands of businesses…

  • Administrative Assistant / Payroll Specialist

    City of Westfield (IN)

    Westfield, IN

    • $26.44 to $31.25 USD / hour

    The Administrative Assistant / Payroll Specialist is a civilian, non-sworn 40-hour-per-week employee responsible for providing administrative and clerical support to the command staff of…

  • Union Payroll Specialist

    Boldt

    Appleton, WI

    • $28 to $34 USD / hour

    The Union Payroll Specialist I supports Boldt’s union workforce in the Appleton, WI area by helping ensure time, labor coding, rates, per diem, mileage, and related payroll information are…

  • Payroll Clerk

    Saint Mary's University

    Winona, MN

    • $20 to $24 USD / hour
  • Payroll Administrator

    Robert Half

    Holland, MI

    • $65,000 to $70,000 USD / year

    We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to manage end-to-end payroll operations for a mid-sized employee population in Holland, Michigan. This role is responsible for delivering accurate…

  • Payroll Specialist

    Robert Half

    Riverside, CA

    • $42.75 to $45 USD / hour

    We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a team in Riverside, California on a Contract basis. This position supports accurate bi-weekly payroll operations in a fast-moving…

  • Payroll Specialist

    Regional School District 17

    Higganum, CT

    • $33 to $39 USD / hour

    RSD17 is seeking an experienced payroll professional to ensure the accurate, timely, and compliant processing of the district’s payroll, while maintaining strong records, reconciliations,…

  • Payroll Specialist

    ADP

    El Paso, TX

    ADP is hiring a Payroll Solutions Specialist.

  • Payroll Specialist (Hybrid)

    Red Envelope Consulting

    Indianapolis, IN

    Are you a payroll professional who thrives on accuracy, problem-solving, and delivering an exceptional employee experience? Our client is seeking a Payroll Specialist to support critical…

  • Payroll Specialist

    Jobot

    Gardena, CA

    • $60,000 to $75,000 USD / year

    Payroll Specialist | Gardena, CA | Up to $35/hr | Stable Company, Great W/L Balance

  • Payroll Specialist

    Manpower

    El Monte, CA

    • $27 to $31 USD / hour

    Our client, a leading organization in the healthcare industry, is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join their team. As a Payroll Specialist, you will be part of the Payroll Department…

  • Payroll Specialist

    United Methodist Communities

    Neptune, NJ

    • $72,949 to $82,067 USD / year
  • Facility Recruiter and Payroll Specialist

    Smithfield Manor Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

    Smithfield, NC

    …make a difference? We’re looking for a dedicated Recruiter and Payroll Specialist to join our team. If you’re organized, innovative, and committed to excellence, we want to hear from you!…

  • Payroll Specialist

    Omnia Healthcare Group

    Lincolnwood, IL

    Due to growth, Omnia Healthcare Group is adding a Payroll Specialist to our home office payroll team. The Payroll Specialist position assists employees with timecard reconciliation, payroll…

  • Payroll Specialist/Controller Assitant

    Koehn Construction Services LLC

    Fredonia, KS

    The Payroll Specialist / Controller Assistant is responsible for ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing for the organization, including reviewing timesheets, processing…

  • Anticipated Payroll Clerk

    Grayson County Public Schools

    Independence, VA

    • $18.6 to $26 USD / hour

    Under the direct supervision of the Director of Finance to administer the school district's payroll function, including developing reporting procedures and internal controls; implementing…

  • Payroll Specialist/Admin with Payroll

    AKZAC Global Inc.

    Tampa, FL

    …Drug Free Workplace. Job Description: - Independently process payroll transactions and ensure the accurate and timely payment of employees in accordance with established…

  • Payroll Specialist

    Mankato Area Public Schools

    Mankato, MN

    • $62,830 to $66,950 USD / year

    Mankato Area Public Schools has a position available as Payroll Specialist beginning as soon as possible. This position performs the payroll functions of the school district.

  • HR Payroll Clerk - Draft

    Alsco

    Spokane, WA

    The HR / Payroll Clerk is responsible to the Office Manager for daily processing of branch payroll functions and clerical HR tasks. Performs other duties as required.

  • Payroll Specialist

    Robert Half

    Houston, TX

    • $27.55 to $31.9 USD / hour

    We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support an established payroll team during two upcoming maternity leaves. This position will provide coverage through…

  • Payroll Specialist

    Robert Half

    Howell, NJ

    • $75,000 to $85,000 USD / year

    We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to help manage accurate and timely payroll operations for a complex healthcare workforce in Howell, New Jersey. This role supports both employee and…

  • Payroll Specialist

    Robert Half

    Wayne, PA

    • $28 USD / hour

    We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support a high-volume payroll operation for a six-month contract position based in Wayne, Pennsylvania. This role will manage payroll activities…